Shraddha Kapoor turned emotional while remembering her grandmother at the trailer launch of ‘Eetha’ on Friday. The actor plays Tamasha, and Lavani artiste Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar plays in the film, which pays tribute to the folk artists of Maharashtra. She said her first thought after hearing the story was about how proud her grandmother would have felt.
Shraddha Kapoor’s first thought on hearing the story
Speaking to the media, as per ANI, Shraddha Kapoor shared how deeply the film connects with her. “When I first heard the story, the first thought that came to my mind was that my grandmother would be very proud of me for being a part of this film. The kind of woman she was – she had witnessed a lot of struggles, so I know she would be very proud.”
A film about the struggles of artists
Coming from a family of artists, Shraddha Kapoor feels working on ‘Eetha’ is among the proudest moments of her career. According to her, the film highlights the struggles of artists, which often get lost behind the glamour of fame.She also spoke about her Maharashtrian roots. “I am half Maharashtrian, so naturally, she would be proud to see me portraying a Marathi character. She would also be proud that I am part of a film that talks about artists and their journeys. Even though the story is rooted in Marathi culture, its essence is universal,” said Shraddha Kapoor.
An artistic family and a shared journey
The actor added, “My aunt, my father and I are all artists, and our films often revolve around artists and the struggles they go through. So, I believe my grandmother would be very proud of me for being a part of this film.”At the event, Shraddha Kapoor also spoke about the tough preparation needed to step into the shoes of the folk performer and understand the world of Lavani.
Cast, crew and release date
‘Eetha’ is directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Laxman Utekar. It is presented by Maddock Films and Kathputli Creations. The film is set to release in theatres on December 4, 2026.