Huma Qureshi recently opened up about a memorable experience from the sets of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, revealing how her co-star Kiara Advani inspired her while filming a challenging rain sequence. Huma shared the anecdote during the film’s pre-release event in Chennai, where she praised Kiara for her dedication to work while she was six months pregnant.
Huma Qureshi heaps praise for Kiara Advani
Huma began by assuring the audience that her story did not reveal any details about the film. “Guys, I have to say a few things about Kiara; it’s not a spoiler,” she said before recalling a particular sequence that required the actors to shoot extensively in the rain.
The actress explained that the filming conditions were difficult for her. “There was a scene where we were a part of, there was a lot of rain involved,” Huma said. She revealed that she developed a terrible headache while shooting the sequence and found herself wanting to complain about the conditions.
However, looking at Kiara changed her perspective. Huma recalled that Kiara was around six months pregnant at the time and still remained committed to the shoot despite being drenched in rain.
#HumaQureshi about #KiaraAdvani- I want to say something about Kiara. There was a scene we were both part of, and there was so much rain that I had a terrible headache.- Whenever I thought about complaining, I would look at Kiara. She was six months pregnant, yet she stood…
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“And we were getting drenched in the rain and I had a terrible headache,” Huma said, explaining how she felt whenever she thought about complaining. She then looked at Kiara and reminded herself of what her co-star was managing while pregnant.
“Every single time I wanted to complain I would look at her,” Huma said. She added that Kiara was “six months” pregnant and was still standing through the difficult sequence.
Huma was particularly impressed by Kiara’s strength and professionalism. “And she was just standing there doing that scene. Standing like a rock,” she recalled.
The experience left a lasting impression on Huma, who said watching Kiara continue with the shoot despite the demanding conditions motivated her to push through her own discomfort.
“Just looking at her I was like, ‘Oh my god, that is so inspiring,’” Huma said while praising her co-star. She concluded her heartfelt tribute with, “I love you loads.”
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The story offered a glimpse into the camaraderie between the two actresses and highlighted Huma’s admiration for Kiara’s commitment during the making of Toxic. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film stars Yash in the lead, with Kiara, Huma, Nayanthara and Rukmini Vasanth in key roles. The team gathered in Chennai for the film’s pre-release event on August 24, ahead of its worldwide release on August 26.
Huma’s anecdote has since drawn attention online, particularly for the way she described Kiara as a source of inspiration while filming under challenging circumstances.
