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Shraddha Kapoor's Lavani Roots & New Film 'Eetha'
30 Oct
Summary
- Kapoor connects with Maharashtrian roots through the film.
- The movie explores Marathi tamasha and lavani dance forms.
- Randeep Hooda plays a unique 'eye candy' pehelwan role.
Actress Shraddha Kapoor shared her enthusiasm for 'Eetha,' a film delving into Marathi tamasha and lavani dance traditions. She highlighted that her pursuit of strong narratives guides her career, leading to select projects like 'Eetha,' which also allows her to reconnect with her Maharashtrian ancestry. This film reunites her with producer Dinesh Vijan, following their successful collaborations on 'Stree' and 'Stree 2'.
Inspired by the life of Vithabai Narayangaonkar, 'Eetha' chronicles a woman's journey against societal constraints. Director Laxman Utekar emphasized that the movie celebrates the lives of all folk artists, drawing from the book 'Tamasha Vithabai Cha Ayushyacha.' Kapoor credited Utekar for her preparation, even after sustaining a leg injury during filming.
Dinesh Vijan praised Kapoor's dedication and anticipates 'Eetha' will mark a new artistic phase for her. He humorously noted Randeep Hooda's role as a 'sexy pehelwan,' describing him as the film's 'eye candy.' Hooda himself spoke of the film's core message of resilience, portraying the protagonist as a warrior who embraces life's challenges.
The musical drama, featuring supporting roles from Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub and Siddharth Jadhav, boasts music by Ajay-Atul. 'Eetha' is scheduled for theatrical release on December 4.
