Shraddha Kapoor's 'Eetha' teaser out
Mumbai, June 25
The official teaser of the upcoming biographical drama 'Eetha', starring Shraddha Kapoor, has been released, offering a powerful and emotionally charged glimpse into the life of legendary Maharashtrian folk artist Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar.
The teaser presents a dramatic and intense portrayal of Eetha's life, centring on a defining backstage moment.
In one of the most striking sequences, a heavily pregnant Eetha, played by Shraddha Kapoor, is shown going into labour during a performance setup.
After giving birth, she cuts the umbilical cord herself and immediately returns to the stage to perform.
The narrative highlights the character's resilience and devotion to her art form, even in life-threatening circumstances.
A line from the teaser has gone viral across social media platforms in which Shraddha Kapoor, in the character of Eetha, says, "Padi padi mari toh bechari kehlaungi, naachte hue mari toh misaal ban jaaungi." ("If I die lying down, I will be called a helpless woman. But if I die while dancing, I will become an example.")
Directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films, 'Eetha' is a biographical drama based on the life and legacy of Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar, one of Maharashtra's most celebrated and performers.
The film has been building anticipation even before its official digital release, after an early glimpse was attached to theatrical screenings of 'Cocktail 2' on June 19.
Although not formally released online at that time, phone-recorded clips from cinema halls circulated on social media, generating strong discussion among audiences.
Alongside Shraddha Kapoor, the film features an ensemble cast including Randeep Hooda, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Nana Patekar, and Siddharth Jadhav in pivotal roles.
The music and background score are composed by the acclaimed duo Ajay-Atul, adding to the film's emotional and cultural tone.
'Eetha' is scheduled for a theatrical release on August 28, 2026.
— ANI
Reader Comments
That dialogue "padi padi mari toh bechari kehlaungi" is pure goosebumps! Shraddha has really pushed herself for this role. Hope the film does justice to her legacy. 🙏
The umbilical cord scene is intense but doesn't it glorify ignoring basic health during pregnancy? I get the artistic liberty but we need to be careful. Otherwise, the visual treatment looks promising.
Bay area here! Can't believe this is only hitting theatres in 2026! The teaser makes me want to book a ticket to Mumbai right now. And that Ajay-Atul soundtrack? 🔥 Will definitely stream it when available.
Great to see mainstream Bollywood giving space to regional folk icons. This is what we need - stories from the grassroots. Hope the film doesn't whitewash the struggles of Maharashtra's performing communities.
Loving the cultural representation! 🇮🇳 As someone who studied Indian performing arts, this is exactly the kind of cinema that matters. The teaser captures her sacrifice beautifully. Kudos to Laxman Utekar.
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