Shraddha Kapoor will star as Lavani legend Vithabai Narayangaonkar in Laxman Utekar’s new film, depicting her courageous life, love for Lavani, and defiance against poverty and societal constraints.
Anshu Kashid
Pune | 07 June,2025: After the resounding success of ‘Chhava’, director Laxman Utekar is all set to bring yet another powerful story to the big screen. This time, he turns the spotlight on the life of Maharashtra’s legendary Lavani dancer, Vithabai Narayangaonkar.
Sources reveal that Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor has been roped in for the lead role, portraying Vithabai — a name synonymous with the Lavani art form and resilience against societal odds. Though an official announcement from the makers is awaited, the buzz suggests this could be one of the most challenging and transformative roles of Kapoor’s career.
Based on the acclaimed Marathi novel ‘Tamasha: Vithabai’s Life’, the film will chronicle the dancer’s turbulent journey. Vithabai wasn’t just an artist; she was a symbol of perseverance. Despite battling extreme poverty and facing conservative societal judgments, she preserved and elevated the Lavani tradition.
One of the most inspiring episodes from her life is often retold: while nine months pregnant and performing on stage, Vithabai went into labor. Unfazed, she completed her performance, gave birth backstage, and returned to the stage to finish the show — an act that exemplifies her undying devotion to her art.
With such a compelling real-life narrative, the project is already generating excitement. If the reports hold true, audiences can look forward to witnessing an emotional and visually rich tribute to one of Maharashtra’s greatest cultural icons.
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