Ahead of actor Yash’s 40th birthday on January 8, fans in Bengaluru have transformed the Bengaluru Metro into an emotional tribute by putting up specially designed birthday posters in trains. The gesture follows a series of hoardings put up across the city a day earlier, reflecting the deep appreciation for the actor in his hometown as the celebrations build up to the milestone.

In a video going viral, fans are seen fixing posters on a metro train. The visuals include custom-designed images of Yash, stills from his upcoming film toxicAnd personal photos. Some of the posters also show Yash with his close friends, accompanied by a Kannada message that translates to, “With best wishes from Yash’s friends.”

creator of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups Sharing the video on X, he wrote, “For the first time, Bengaluru Metro becomes a birthday tribute! #RockingStarYash fans take over the metro ahead of the birthday.”

Since its announcement, toxic With the focus on Yash’s new screen persona, significant discussion has been generated. “Yash turning 40 is a huge moment for his fans, and the team felt there couldn’t be a better opportunity to introduce him to the world.” toxic“said a source close to the film. Fans are also eagerly waiting for the teaser, which is expected to release on Yash’s birthday.

Directed by Geetu Mohandas, toxic It features Yash in the role of a stylish gangster, marking a marked departure from his previous characters. Earlier on the same day, the makers released the first-look poster of Rukmini Vasanth as Melissa, following the first character reveals of Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, Nayanthara and Tara Sutaria.