Shraddha Kapoor Unveils Eetha Trailer, Prioritizes Quality Over Records
- Shraddha Kapoor's new film Eetha held its trailer launch on October 30, 2026.
- The film is inspired by the life of folk performer Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar.
- Kapoor emphasizes that she prioritizes quality storytelling over breaking box office records.
- The film is directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan.
- Eetha is scheduled to hit theaters on December 4, 2026.
The trailer for the film Eetha, directed by Laxman Utekar, was unveiled on Friday, 30 October 2026, at the Plaza Cinema in Dadar, Mumbai. Shraddha Kapoor became emotional during the event while recalling her grandmother.
She told reporters that her immediate reaction to hearing the story was thinking about how proud her grandmother would be. She said, "My grandmother would be very proud of me for being a part of this film".
Kapoor's artistic philosophy on film selection
Shraddha Kapoor stated she is proud to be part of the film Eetha. She explained that she does not aim to break box-office records.
She said her focus remains on the film's quality. This commitment to quality storytelling is why she sometimes makes only one film in two years.
Kapoor noted that she does not categorize films as either women-oriented or men-oriented. She emphasized that the industry needs good stories and that a film's success is incidental and beyond anyone's control.
Preparation for the role of a Lavani dancer
Shraddha Kapoor plays the role of a Lavani dancer in the film Eetha. The actor discussed the demanding preparation needed to embody a folk performer and grasp the Lavani tradition.
Director Laxman Utekar organized a week-long workshop with veteran dancer Shakuntala Nagarkar to help the team understand the aadaye and nazakat of the dance form.
Kapoor said she met very interesting people and entered a completely different cultural world during the process. She suffered a muscle tear while dancing on set, which halted shooting before she could resume. The film also features the character Tamasha and pays tribute to Maharashtra’s folk artists.
Inspiration from the life of Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar
The film Eetha is loosely based on the life of Maharashtra folk performer Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar. Shraddha Kapoor will portray the queen of tamasha in this project.
Director Laxman Utekar clarified that the film is not a direct biopic of Vithabai. It takes its inspiration from events recorded in the book Tamasha: Vithabaichya Ayushyache.
Kapoor said the film’s scope extends far beyond a single artiste’s story and encompasses all Tamasha artists. She noted that she is half-Maharashtrian and is proud to portray a Marathi character. Kapoor explained the film’s essence is universal despite its Marathi cultural roots.
The actor said she comes from a family of artists and the film highlights the struggles of artists that often get lost behind fame. Kapoor mentioned her aunt and father are artists, and their films frequently revolve around the challenges artists face. She added that her grandmother would be proud of this work.
Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar was born in Pandharpur in 1935 and came from a family of folk performers. She began performing at a young age and became a prominent name in the Tamasha and Lavani traditions.
The trailer for the film has been released and fans are impressed by Kapoor's transformation into the legendary dance artiste.
Production team and ensemble cast
Director Laxman Utekar and producer Dinesh Vijan lead the production of the film. Maddock Films and Kathputli Creations present the project.
Shraddha Kapoor collaborates with Maddock Films again for Eetha following the success of the Stree franchise.
The ensemble cast features Randeep Hooda, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Nana Patekar, and Siddharth Jadhav.
Anant Joshi, Akshara Singh, and Ulka Gupta also appear in the project.
Music and visual elements
Ajay-Atul composed the music for the film.
The first look of Randeep Hooda as a merchant was also released. Fans responded to the reveal by saying, "The chem".
Theatrical release scheduled for December 4, 2026
Eetha is slated to hit theatres on December 4, 2026.
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