Mumbai: Salman Khan has extended his support to Shraddha Kapoor’s upcoming film ‘Eetha’, despite it being set for a box office clash with his own film ‘Maatrubhumi’.
After several delays, Salman Khan’s ‘Maatrubhumi’, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, is finally scheduled to hit theatres on December 4, 2026.
The film will compete with Shraddha Kapoor-starrer ‘Eetha’, which is also slated for release on the same day.
Ahead of the box office face-off, Salman gave ‘Eetha’ a shoutout and wished the team luck.
On Thursday, November 12, the superstar took to his Instagram Stories to share the film’s poster along with a link to its trailer, tagging Shraddha Kapoor and production house Maddock Films.
“All the best for Eetha,” he wrote. The gesture caught attention, given that both films are scheduled to arrive in theatres on December 4.
Maddock Films also reshared the actor’s Story, expressing gratitude for his support.
“Thank you for the love and support, Salman sir,” the production house wrote.
Starring Shraddha Kapoor in the lead role, ‘Eetha’ revolves around the life of Vithabai Narayangaonkar, an iconic figure in Maharashtra’s Tamasha and Lavani traditions.
The film traces her journey as a performer and her contribution to the state’s rich folk-art heritage.
The film also features Randeep Hooda, Nana Patekar and Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub.
Directed by Laxman Utekar, it is jointly produced by Dinesh Vijan, Laxman Utekar and Karishma Sharma under Maddock Films and Kathputli Creations.
Salman Khan is also gearing up for the release of ‘Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace’, directed by Apoorva Lakhia and produced by Salma Khan under Salman Khan Films.
The film stars Chitrangda Singh, Mukesh Rishi, Prashant Tamang, Ankur Bhatia, Zeyn Shaw and Abhilash Chaudhary, among others.
Speaking about the film, Salman said it goes beyond the battlefield to explore the human cost of war, sacrifice and the importance of peace.
Both ‘Eetha’ and ‘Maatrubhumi’ are scheduled to release on December 4, 2026.