Yash can't stop humming DSP's 'Dekho Dekho Gabbar Singh' amid Toxic promotions
Synopsis
Amid a blockbuster-scale promotional blitz for 'Toxic', Yash revealed he cannot stop humming two DSP classics — 'Dekho Dekho Gabbar Singh' and 'Aakaleste Annam Pedta'. The candid moment, paired with his effusive praise for co-star Kiara Advani, has amplified buzz around the pan-India period gangster drama ahead of its 26 August worldwide release.
Key Takeaways
Yash named Devi Sri Prasad (DSP) 's 'Dekho Dekho Gabbar Singh' and 'Aakaleste Annam Pedta' as his most-hummed Telugu songs.
Yash described DSP as 'a dear friend' and said he 'really likes' all of the composer's songs.
At the 'Toxic' pre-release event in Hyderabad , Yash praised co-star Kiara Advani , saying India will 'fall in love with her again' after seeing her as Nadia . 'Toxic' , directed by Geetu Mohandas , is set for a worldwide theatrical release on 26 August .
The film was shot simultaneously in English and Kannada , with dubbed versions in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam.
Actor Yash, currently in the thick of promotions for his highly anticipated period gangster drama 'Toxic', recently revealed which Telugu songs he finds himself humming the most — and the answer points squarely to one composer: Devi Sri Prasad, widely known as Rockstar DSP.
Yash's Musical Confession
When asked to name his favourite Telugu tracks, the 'KGF' star did not hesitate. Yash said, 'I love that Dekho Dekho Gabbar Singh. I like one more song. Aakaleste Annam Pedta.' He then added, 'All the DSP songs. He is a dear friend. All his songs I really like.'
The candid admission underscores the well-documented personal and professional warmth between Yash and Rockstar DSP, who are known to share a close bond beyond the film industry's usual professional courtesies.
High Praise for Co-star Kiara Advani
Yash's generosity with praise has extended to his 'Toxic' co-star Kiara Advani, who plays the character Nadia in the film. Addressing the grand pre-release event of 'Toxic' in Hyderabad, Yash described Advani as both an outstanding actor and a remarkable collaborator.
He said, 'What an amazing actor, what an amazing co-star! She is somebody who is very simple, very pure, and a fantastic actor. But whatever you have seen, Kiara, till today, I think from the 26th onwards, you're going to witness something much more than that. India will fall in love with her again and also at another level. Thank you so much, Kiara, for being a part of this.'
Yash claimed that Advani's portrayal of Nadia would leave audiences 'falling in love with her again' — a significant endorsement from the film's lead.
About Toxic: Cast, Crew, and Release
Directed by Geetu Mohandas, 'Toxic' features an ensemble cast that includes Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, Akshay Oberoi, and Sudev Nair in pivotal roles. The film is jointly produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations.
Notably, the film has been shot simultaneously in English and Kannada, with dubbed versions in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam also set for release. It is slated for a worldwide theatrical debut on 26 August.
What to Watch
With 'Toxic' arriving in cinemas on 26 August, audience and critical attention will be on whether the pan-India period gangster drama can replicate — or surpass — the cultural footprint of Yash's 'KGF' franchise. The multi-language release strategy signals a deliberate push for maximum national reach from day one.
Point of View
Relationship-forward promotional style that has become his signature. In an industry where stars routinely offer guarded, PR-polished responses, Yash's name-specific praise for both DSP and Kiara Advani generates organic goodwill and social traction at minimal cost. The real question heading into 26 August is whether 'Toxic' can translate that goodwill into box-office numbers that justify its pan-India, multi-language ambition — a bar that the 'KGF' legacy has set uncomfortably high.
NationPress
24 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Which DSP songs does Yash love humming the most?
Yash said he loves humming 'Dekho Dekho Gabbar Singh' and 'Aakaleste Annam Pedta' by composer Devi Sri Prasad, popularly known as Rockstar DSP. He added that he likes all of DSP's songs and considers him a dear friend.
What is 'Toxic' and when does it release?
'Toxic' is a period gangster drama directed by Geetu Mohandas and starring Yash in the lead role. It is set for a worldwide theatrical release on 26 August, shot simultaneously in English and Kannada with dubbed versions in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam.
Who are Kiara Advani's role and co-stars in 'Toxic'?
Kiara Advani plays a character named Nadia in 'Toxic'. The film also features Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, Akshay Oberoi, and Sudev Nair in pivotal roles.
Who is producing 'Toxic'?
'Toxic' is jointly produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations. It is directed by Geetu Mohandas.
What did Yash say about Kiara Advani at the Toxic pre-release event?
At the grand pre-release event in Hyderabad, Yash called Kiara Advani 'an amazing actor' and 'an amazing co-star', predicting that audiences will 'fall in love with her again' after watching her performance as Nadia from 26 August onwards.
