A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups
Rocking Star
Kannada Cinema · Global Icon · Daddy Is Home
A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups
The most anticipated film of 2026. Rocking Star Yash returns as a character of unparalleled intensity — raw, visceral, and unforgettable. Daddy is home.
Directed by Geetu Mohandas. Produced by KVN Productions & Monster Mind Creations. A cinematic spectacle shot across multiple countries.
Born on January 8, 1986 in Hassan, Karnataka, Naveen Kumar Gowda — known to the world as Yash — began his journey in theatre and Kannada television. His raw charisma and intense screen presence built a loyal fan army across Sandalwood within years of his film debut.
His role as Rocky Bhai in the KGF franchise transcended language barriers and made him a pan-India icon. KGF: Chapter 2 grossed over ₹1,200 crore worldwide — the highest ever for a Kannada film. Now in Toxic, he embarks on a darker, more complex journey unlike anything before.
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