Netflix has announced its upcoming dark comedy toasterA film that turns an everyday object into the center of an increasingly chaotic series of events. Set to premiere on April 15, 2026, the film promises a quirky and unexpected story that begins with a seemingly ordinary situation – a wedding gift that refuses to be forgotten long after the wedding has come to an end.
Rajkummar Rao, Sanya Malhotra starrer Toaster gets a release date; Netflix will present a unique dark comedy on April 15
Directed by Vivek Das Chaudhary, toaster This is an important milestone for Patralekhaa, who is venturing into production with her banner Kampa Films. The project brings together Rajkummar Rao and Sanya Malhotra in the lead roles, supported by a vibrant ensemble that includes Archana Puran Singh, Abhishek Banerjee, Farah Khan, Upendra Limaye, Vinod Rawat, Jeetendra Joshi and Seema Pahwa.
The film also marks Rajkummar Rao’s return to the comedy genre, where he has previously won audience appreciation for his comic timing. with toasterHe is set to headline a story that blends relatable situations with increasing absurdity and dark humor.
Speaking about stepping into production, Patralekha said, “Stepping into production with Kampa Film has been an incredibly meaningful milestone for us, and starting this journey with Netflix – which has consistently supported distinctive and unconventional stories – makes it even more special. toaster It immediately stood out because it found humor in the most unexpected places, and the moment we read it, we knew this was a story we wanted to bring to life. Being our first film, this experience has become even more personal for us. It has been truly exciting to have such an amazing cast come together for this journey, and we can’t wait for audiences to join us on this entertaining and unpredictable ride.
Sharing details about the film, Ruchika Kapoor Shaikh, Director of Original Films at Netflix India, said, “toaster is a quirky dark comedy that begins with an ordinary miser whose life is completely ruined by his desire to get his toaster back. This is the kind of inventive storytelling we love to champion at Netflix. With Vivek Das Choudhary making his directorial debut and Patralekha and Raj stepping into the producer role for the first time with Kampa Films, this project reflects our continued focus on championing emerging talent behind the camera while bringing an exciting burst of fresh creative energy. It all comes alive with two phenomenal and much-loved actors, Rajkummar Rao and Sanya Malhotra, leading this family entertainer with a vibrant ensemble. Toaster adds a wonderful fun note to the diverse mix of stories that we are bringing to the audiences this year – an entertaining comedy based on relatable situations, dark humor and delightfully escalating chaos.
Backed by a strong creative team, the film’s story and screenplay is written by Parveez Shaikh, with additional screenplay credits given to Akshat Ghildiyal and Anagh Mukherjee. The dialogues are written by Akshat Ghildiyal, while Tarun Bali is the executive producer.
With its eccentric characters, crazy twists and an unusual premise, toaster It aims to provide a chaotic yet engaging viewing experience when it premieres exclusively on Netflix on April 15, 2026.
