New Delhi: The premiere of The Archies, helmed by Zoya Akhtar, is rapidly approaching. Many fresh faces are making their Bollywood debuts in the film, which is based on the successful comic book series; they include Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda, and Khushi Kapoor. The first-ever cinematic adaptation of the comics, the movie has been one of the most talked-about releases of 2023.
In the film, Archie and the gang navigate love, friendship, and Riverdale’s fate.
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Storyline
The Archies is a coming-of-age film that follows the lives of Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, Reggie, Ethel, and Dilton as they navigate a fictitious town named Riverdale in 1960s India. The Archies examines themes of love, sorrow, rebellion, and friendship from the perspective of the distinct Anglo-Indian community.
Starring as the titular character Archie, Agastya aspires to achieve stardom in the music business and is very enthusiastic about music. The character Suhana plays, Veronica, the richest girl in the group.
Betty is self-reliant, generous, and unyielding. Among the group, Reggie is known for his wisecracking jokes. He is egotistical, perceptive, and emotionally reserved; nonetheless, he does not always show his emotions in public. As a foodie with an eclectic taste in hats, Jughead is quite the character. With boundless ambition, Ethel has emerged as Riverdale’s most promising young hairdresser. Dilton is the most well-read and fashionable teen in Riverdale, and he never stops learning.
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Beyond this, the story shows how the protagonists and their friends handle friendship, love, and life in general.
Their peaceful life takes a dramatic turn when Veronica’s father begins to dictate his company expansion plans. Veronica, along with Archie, Jughead, Reggie, Ethel, and Betty, is prepared to do whatever it takes to save Riverdale and its famous park.
When and Where to Watch?
The Archies is all set to premiere on Netflix on December 7, 2023. The coming-of-age musical will cheer you up with its messages of individuality, friendship, and love.