The much-anticipated gangster saga,
‘Toxic’
, led by
Yash
, has encountered a setback as
Kareena Kapoor
bids adieu to the project due to scheduling conflicts.
Initial reports hinted at Kareena Kapoor’s pivotal role as Yash’s sister in ‘Toxic’, sparking excitement among fans. However, recent developments by Pinkvilla reveal that the actress and the film’s team have amicably parted ways due to her tight work schedule.
Despite efforts to manage conflicting dates, Kareena has reportedly opted to step out of the project.
The report further shed light on the significance of Kareena Kapoor’s role, as her sister character was crucial to the story structure. With Kareena Kapoor’s exit, the makers are actively seeking a replacement with a significant pan-India presence to fulfill the character’s demands.
While discussions are underway to finalize the casting, it’s reported that Toxic features Kiara Advani as the female lead opposite Yash, marking the actor’s maiden collaboration with acclaimed director Geethu Mohandas. Currently in production, the film is slated to grace the big screen on April 10, 2025.
Following the magnificent success of ‘KGF’ and its sequel, ‘KGF 2’, Yash’s upcoming ventures include the Geetu Mohandas-directed ‘Toxic’ and the Nitesh Tiwari-helmed ‘Ramayana’, alongside
Ranbir Kapoor
and
Sai Pallavi
.
Kareena Kapoor exits Yash starrer ‘Toxic’ due to THIS reason
