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Shraddha Kapoor's 'Eetha' trailer revives Tamasha legend Vithabai Narayangaonkar

Laxman Utekar's biopic trailer, out October 30, traces the triumphs and hardships of the celebrated Lavani performer ahead of its December 4 release.

What to know

  • Eetha is a biopic of Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar, a celebrated Tamasha and Lavani performer from Maharashtra who died in 2002.
  • The trailer, released October 30, 2026, portrays both her stage triumphs and personal hardships, including an abusive marriage and financial struggles late in life.
  • Directed by Laxman Utekar and starring Shraddha Kapoor alongside Randeep Hooda and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, the film releases in theatres on December 4, 2026.

“Eeetha is the story of an artist who became a legacy. We have brought together authenticity, emotion and scale to create a cinematic experience that audiences can truly immerse themselves in.”

Laxman Utekar, director · The Hindu ↗ · Oct 29

Shraddha Kapoor Lead actorLaxman Utekar DirectorVithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar Real-life subject of the filmRandeep Hooda Co-starDinesh Vijan Producer (Maddock Films)

Shraddha Kapoor's 'Eetha' trailer revives Tamasha legend Vithabai Narayangaonkar
The Hindu

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    Shraddha Kapoor gets emotional at the trailer launch

    At the trailer launch event, Kapoor spoke emotionally about the role, saying her grandmother would be proud of her performance as Vithabai.

    “My grandmother would be very proud of me…”
    — Shraddha Kapoor
    1. 1 outlet first by The Times of India, 13d ago · read ↗

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    Fans praise Kapoor's performance as 'National Award-worthy'

    Coverage picked up fan reactions online calling Kapoor's turn as Vithabai award-worthy following the trailer's release.

    1. 1 outlet first by Telegraph India, 13d ago · read ↗

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    Shraddha Kapoor and Laxman Utekar issue statements on the film

    Kapoor and director Utekar described the biopic's themes and ambitions in statements accompanying the trailer; the film, produced by Dinesh Vijan and Utekar under Maddock Films and Kathputli Creations, is set to release in theatres on December 4.

    “It’s a story about a woman whose art, courage and individuality make her unforgettable.”
    — Shraddha Kapoor
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    Makers release the 'Eetha' trailer

    Laxman Utekar's biopic trailer shows Shraddha Kapoor as Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar, moving between her celebrated stage performances and personal tragedies, with Randeep Hooda and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub in supporting roles.

    “Pade-pade mari toh bechari kahlaungi, par nachte hue mari toh misal ban jaungi (If I die lying down, I will be called helpless. But if I die while dancing, I will become an example).”
    — Vithabai (Shraddha Kapoor), in the trailer
    1. first by The Hindu, 13d ago

    2. first by Scroll.in, 13d ago

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  1. first by News18, 13d ago · also Rediff, The News Mill

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