Shraddha Kapoor turned nostalgic and deeply emotional during the trailer launch of her upcoming film ‘Eetha’ this past Friday. Stepping into the shoes of the iconic Tamasha and Lavani artist Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar, the actress shared that the project holds a deeply personal space in her heart. Addressing the media, Shraddha revealed that her immediate reaction upon hearing the script was a profound sense of pride, knowing how much her grandmother would have appreciated her portrayal of such a resilient woman.
Reflecting on her heritage, the actress noted that her connection to the story goes beyond just a professional commitment. Being half-Maharashtrian, she feels a natural affinity toward the cultural roots of the film. She emphasized that while the narrative is firmly planted in Marathi soil, the essence of the struggle faced by folk artists is a universal story. For Shraddha, this project stands out as one of the proudest moments in her career, as it sheds light on the often-overlooked hardships that artists endure behind the scenes of fame.
Coming from a family of performers, including her father Shakti Kapoor and her aunt, Shraddha explained that the theme of artistic struggle is something that resonates with her entire lineage. She spent significant time preparing for the role, undergoing rigorous training to master the nuances of Lavani and the life of a folk performer. Directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Laxman Utekar under the banners of Maddock Films and Kathputli Creations, ‘Eetha’ is slated to hit the silver screen on December 4, 2026.