Mumbai: Bollywood is set to witness a significant cultural moment with the release of Chhathi Maiya, the latest song from the upcoming folklore fantasy adventure The Vvaan. Dedicated to Chhathi Maiya, the revered goddess worshipped during Chhath Puja, the song brings the festival’s traditions, devotion and cultural grandeur to the mainstream Hindi screen.
Featuring Tamannaah Bhatia prominently, the song has been sung and composed by Vishal Mishra, with lyrics by Kaushal Kishore. Choreographed by veteran dance director Chinni Prakash, Chhathi Maiya seeks to capture the emotional and spiritual dimensions of one of the most important festivals celebrated across Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand.
The song also gives audiences a deeper glimpse into the folklore-driven world of The Vvaan, which stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah in the lead roles.
Tamannaah calls song a historic moment
Tamannaah Bhatia has expressed her pride at being part of a song that celebrates Chhath Puja and the cultural identity associated with Bihar and Patna.
For the actor, the song represents more than a promotional track. It offers an opportunity to bring a deeply rooted tradition to audiences across India through mainstream Hindi cinema.
“It feels surreal to be a part of The Vvaan and bring to life the pride of Bihar and Patna by celebrating Chhath for the first time on the big screen of Indian Film Industry through ‘Chhathi Maiya’ song,” Tamannaah said.
She added that the team hopes the song conveys the same spiritual and devotional emotions that they experienced while creating it.
According to the actor, the intention behind the song is to showcase Bihari pride to a wider audience while retaining the faith and emotional significance associated with the festival.
Vishal Mishra calls it a cultural milestone
For composer and singer Vishal Mishra, the song is also a personal and cultural milestone. He described the opportunity to bring the traditions of Chhath to Hindi cinema as an honour and a blessing.
Mishra said the festival is deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand and expressed hope that the song would help take the beauty of this heritage to audiences around the world.
The composer also described Chhathi Maiya as an offering from the team to the people whose culture and faith inspire the song.
Released under the Zee Music label, the track has been positioned as a devotional anthem while also connecting directly with the folklore fantasy universe of The Vvaan.
Chinni Prakash brings devotional imagery to life
The visual presentation of Chhathi Maiya has been entrusted to Chinni Prakash, one of Indian cinema’s most recognised choreographers. The song features Tamannaah in a performance that aims to reflect the devotion, emotional intensity and spiritual character associated with Chhath Puja.
Rather than functioning solely as a conventional dance number, the song is designed to contribute to the film’s larger storytelling. Tamannaah’s performance becomes a visual representation of the faith and traditions that are central to the world created by the filmmakers.
The festival itself is known for its elaborate rituals, devotion to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, and strong community participation. By incorporating these cultural elements into the film, The Vvaan seeks to give its fantasy setting a distinctly Indian identity.
Song expands The Vvaan’s spiritual world
Chhathi Maiya follows the earlier romantic track Samjho Na and marks a shift towards the spiritual and folkloric side of the film.
While Samjho Na introduced audiences to the romantic dimension of the story, the new song offers clues about the mystical elements that form an important part of the narrative. It also highlights the role of the Van Devi, a central figure in the folklore-inspired fantasy world of The Vvaan.
The song is therefore expected to play an important role in the film’s promotional campaign. By presenting the film through devotional imagery and traditional cultural motifs, the makers are attempting to establish its folklore fantasy adventure setting ahead of its theatrical release.
Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah lead the film
The Vvaan brings together Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia as its lead actors. The film is backed by Balaji Motion Pictures in association with TVF and 11.11 Production.
Arunabh Kumar, known for his work with TVF, has written the film, while Deepak Mishra has directed it. Manu Anand serves as the director of photography and Visual Director.
The project aims to combine several genres and storytelling elements, including adventure, mystery, humour, romance and Indian folklore. The makers have positioned it as a family entertainer with a large-scale fantasy world at its centre.
The film is also expanding beyond the traditional movie format with a companion comic book titled The Legend of Vvaan. The comic is intended to further develop the mythology and universe introduced in the film.
A folklore fantasy adventure with a cultural identity
The inclusion of Chhathi Maiya reflects the filmmakers’ attempt to make Indian cultural traditions an integral part of The Vvaan. Instead of using folklore merely as a backdrop, the film appears to be building its narrative and visual identity around mythology, regional traditions and fantasy.
The song’s devotional character could also help the film connect with audiences familiar with Chhath Puja while introducing the festival’s cultural significance to viewers elsewhere.
With Tamannaah at the centre of the song and Vishal Mishra providing both the vocals and composition, the track combines devotional music with the scale of a mainstream Hindi film production.
The Vvaan is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on September 25, 2026. With its mix of folklore, adventure, mystery, humour, romance and music, the film is aiming to create an immersive fantasy experience for family audiences.