Who was Vithabai Narayangaonkar, the legend behind Shraddha Kapoor’s Itha?
The leaked teaser of actress Shraddha Kapoor’s Eetha focuses on folk icon Vithabai Narayangaonkar. Glimpses of her return to the stage after the birth of her child have revived interest in her patience, legacy and fame.
Teaser of actress Shraddha Kapoor’s upcoming film eta It was leaked online on Friday, bringing attention to the woman at the center of the story – renowned Marathi folk artist Vithabai Bhau Mang Narayangaonkar. The teaser, which was shown in theaters along with cocktail 2has received strong reactions from fans, many of whom praised Kapoor’s screen presence and the film’s visual treatment.
The glimpse shows the 39-year-old actor playing the role of Vithabai during the dramatic phase of her life. She is preparing to return to the stage after childbirth with a nine-month-old baby bump. The sequence has sparked discussion on social media and also rekindled interest in Vithabai, who is widely remembered as “Tamasha Samardini” or the queen of tamasha.
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Vithabai Narayangaonkar was one of the most famous names in Marathi folk theatre. A renowned Tamasha and Lavani artiste, he was celebrated for his dancing, singing and contribution to the folk culture of Maharashtra. She came from a family of folk artists and spent her life performing, making her one of the most respected figures in Marathi folk art.
She was known not only for her presence on stage but also for her passion and resilience. Vithabai continued to keep the traditional art alive despite personal struggles and difficulties. His work earned him great recognition, including a Presidential Award for his contribution to Tamasha.
Story behind the teaser
One of the most remembered stories about Vithabai is that she continued performing even in the late stages of her pregnancy and gave birth to her child backstage. Over the years, that episode became a symbol of his dedication to his art.
The teaser recreates the moment, showing Kapoor in costume backstage with her nine-month-old baby bump during a crucial moment before delivery. It then shows her giving birth backstage and preparing to return to performing in a few minutes.
The scene has rapidly gained attention online for its dramatic treatment and storytelling.
More information about the upcoming film
Kapoor, who was last seen in the 2024 film woman 2see you next time etaDirected by Laxman Utekar. The film also stars Randeep Hooda, Nana Patekar, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub and Siddharth Jadhav.
eta It is scheduled to be released in theaters on August 28.