Sharda Sinha’s Chhath Song in ‘The Vvaan’ Moves Audiences to Tears
Moviegoers across India witnessed an overwhelmingly emotional cinematic moment as the legendary voice of the late Padma Bhushan awardee Sharda Sinha echoed across cinema halls in the newly released mythological drama, The Vvaan. Directed as an atmospheric folk narrative starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia, the film made its theatrical debut yesterday to strong public anticipation. While the broader storyline weaves a spiritual quest around the revered Van Devi temple and regional folklore, the defining highlight stirring audiences in theaters is the special acoustic inclusion of Sinha's iconic vocals. The creative team integrated the timeless melody to pay homage to the legendary folk icon, whose vocal heritage remains inextricably woven into the spiritual tapestry of Eastern India and the global Bhojpuri-Maithili diaspora.
Decade-Old Anthem "Pahile Pahil Chhathi Maiya" Sparks Emotional Reactions
The cinematic sequence incorporates Sharda Sinha’s beloved 2016 devotional masterpiece, "Pahile Pahil Chhathi Maiya," perfectly underscoring a pivotal segment depicting community preparations for the sacred Chhath Puja festival. The resonant, rustic warmth of her classical intonation triggered spontaneous emotional reactions among audiences, with viewers taking to social platforms like X and Instagram to share clips and express how the moment brought tears to their eyes. The decade-old track, widely regarded as the ultimate musical hallmark of the solar festival, has experienced an immediate algorithmic resurgence, trending rapidly across digital audio streaming platforms, YouTube, and short-video reels within hours of the film's nationwide screening.
Stellar Ensemble and Promising Day-One Box Office Momentum
Beyond its musical and devotional pull, The Vvaan showcases an expansive ensemble cast featuring powerhouse performances by Shweta Tiwari, Anup Soni, Maniesh Paul, and comedian-actor Sunil Grover alongside leads Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia. The narrative explores divine reverence, ancestral traditions, and the cultural magnitude of Chhathi Maiya. Despite drawing polarized opinions from film critics regarding pacing, early box-office analytics from trade tracker Sacnilk indicate solid theatrical footfalls. The film registered a robust opening day collection of ₹8 crore net at the domestic box office, positioning the spiritual drama for sustained weekend growth fueled primarily by word-of-mouth acclaim in single screens and multiplex circuits across northern and eastern territories.
