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The Archies, a film set in 1960s India, has been released on Netflix. The film features seven young actors and has received positive reviews, with NDTV's Arun Singh giving it seven stars in his emoji review. The film is directed by Zoya Akhtar and is being compared to the popular TV series Riverdale.
The Archies movie, directed by Zoya Akhtar and featuring Agastya Nanda, Suhana Khan, and Khushi Kapoor, fails to capture the charm of the beloved comic book characters. While the young cast is not terrible, the writing lacks the perky energy needed to bring the story to life. The film's production values are top-notch, but overall, it falls flat and is deemed a bland bauble.
"The Archies" is a Bollywood-tinged extravaganza directed by Zoya Akhtar, which transplants the all-American comic book town of Riverdale to India. Set in 1964, the film follows Archie Andrews as he navigates his usual romantic entanglements with Betty and Veronica, while also facing the threat of a corporate takeover. With lavish production design, energetic musical numbers, and moments of absurdity, the film is an extravagant stunt that manages to hold interest through its familiar characters' transformation into anticapitalist activists.
"The Archies" is a Bollywood-tinged film directed by Zoya Akhtar that transports the all-American comic book town of Riverdale to India. Set in 1964, the movie follows Archie Andrews as he navigates his relationships with Betty and Veronica while facing the threat of a corporate takeover. The film is an extravagant and fanciful reimagining, filled with soda shops, chaste dates, and athletic musical numbers. While it may be rote at times, the plot takes an interesting turn as Archie transforms into an anticapitalist activist. The cast delivers energetic performances, and the film dazzles with its production design and cinematography.
'The Archies' is a teen musical comedy film based on the fictional music band from Archie Comics, featuring Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, and Agastya Nanda in lead roles. Directed by Zoya Akhtar, the movie is set in 1960s India and follows Archie Andrews and his friends as they navigate romance, friendship, and the future of Riverdale. The film premiered at the 54th International Film Festival of India and will be released on Netflix on December 7, 2023.
Bollywood celebrities, including the Bachchans, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, the Kapoors, and Aditya Roy Kapur and Ananya Panday, attended the star-studded screening of Zoya Akhtar's The Archies. Netflix India shared photos from the event, showcasing the presence of multiple generations of actors and their support for the film. The Hindi adaptation of The Archie comics, directed by Zoya Akhtar and co-produced by Tiger Baby and Graphic India, will be released on Netflix on December 7.
Aishwarya Rai showed love for Amitabh Bachchan's grandson, Agastya Nanda, at the premiere of Zoya Akhtar's film 'The Archies'. The entire Bachchan family, including Amitabh, Jaya, Shweta, Navya, Aishwarya, Abhishek, and Aaradhya, attended the event. Aishwarya posed with Agastya and also called him to pose with Abhishek, Aaradhya, and herself. Zoya Akhtar revealed that Agastya was the final actor to be cast in the film and addressed the issue of nepotism, emphasizing that her focus is on choosing the best actors through auditions.
Suhana Khan, along with other star kids, makes her debut in Zoya Akhtar's The Archies, a music video that introduces the world of Zoya's interpretation of Riverdale. The song "Sunoh" showcases the characters going about their daily lives in an idyllic setting. Suhana Khan shared her nervousness and sense of responsibility on her first day of shooting, while Zoya Akhtar mentioned the boot camp she organized for the newcomers. The Archies is set to premiere on Netflix on December 7.
Alia Bhatt posed with Zoya Akhtar and The Archies team during Netflix's Tudum event in Brazil, and fans are thrilled about the pictures shared on social media.
The trailer for the highly anticipated Bollywood film "The Archies" has been released, featuring debut performances from star kids like Suhana Khan, daughter of Shah Rukh Khan. Director Zoya Akhtar takes a creative approach with the trailer, showcasing playful energy and emotional depth in the fictional hillside town of Riverdale in 1964. Despite Suhana's character arc not being established, the film promises an energetic and emotionally charged experience with vibrant costumes, retro sets, and a melodious background score. "The Archies" will be released straight on Netflix.
Netflix has released a teaser for "The Archies," a coming-of-age, live-action musical set in 1960s India based on the Archie comics. The film features young actors Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda, and Vedang Raina, as well as Bollywood royalty Khushi Kapoor, Suhana Khan, and Agastya Nanda. Directed by Zoya Akhtar and produced by Tiger Baby and Graphic India, "The Archies" is set in the quaint town of Riverdale and promises rock 'n roll and teenage fun.
Netflix has released a teaser for "The Archies," a coming-of-age, live-action musical set in 1960s India based on the Archie comics. The film features young actors Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda, and Vedang Raina, as well as Bollywood royalty Khushi Kapoor, Suhana Khan, and Agastya Nanda. Directed by Zoya Akhtar and produced by Tiger Baby and Graphic India, "The Archies" is set in Riverdale, a hill station in 1964, and promises rock 'n roll and teenage fun.
The trailer for the upcoming Amazon series Dahaad has been released, starring Sonakshi Sinha as a cop chasing a serial killer played by Vijay Varma. The show, co-created by Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, has been described as a "riveting game of cat and mouse" and premiered at Berlinale 2023. Dahaad starts streaming on May 12 and also stars Gulshan Devaiah and Sohum Shah.