12th June 2023,Mumbai: Suhana Khan, the daughter of Bollywood power couple Shah Rukh and Gauri Khan, recently unveiled a mesmerizing poster for her highly anticipated directorial debut, The Archies. Directed by the talented Zoya Akhtar, the film is an authorized Indian adaptation of the beloved Archie Comics series.
In an exciting social media reveal on Monday, a brand-new poster showcasing the cast of The Archies was released, generating immense buzz among fans. Among the talented actors featured in the poster are Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, and Agastya Nanda, who will bring the iconic characters to life under Zoya Akhtar’s direction.
Prior to the poster launch, Netflix India and Archies’ official Twitter account also created excitement by sharing intriguing teasers. Netflix posted a captivating flyer on a plane urging fans to “Follow @archiesoninstagram,” while another poster welcomed everyone to the enchanting world of Riverdale.
Suhana Khan’s acting debut will take place in The Archies, following in the footsteps of her illustrious parents. Meanwhile, her brother Aryan Khan is set to make his directorial debut with the series Stardom, produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, which is owned by Shah Rukh and Gauri Khan. As for Suhana, her screen debut in The Archies will mark an exciting milestone in her career.
Joining the talented cast is Khushi Kapoor, the younger daughter of the late Sridevi and renowned producer Boney Kapoor. Khushi’s acting prowess will be on full display in The Archies, as she embraces this new chapter in her journey. Additionally, Agastya Nanda, the maternal grandson of Bollywood legends Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan, and son of Shweta Bachchan and Nikhil Nanda, will also make his presence felt in Zoya Akhtar’s film. Agastya has already signed on to star in the military drama Ikkis, produced and directed by Dinesh Vijan, alongside veteran actor Dharmendra.
The Archies Is being produced by Tiger Baby Films, co-owned by Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti. The production company has been making waves in the industry, recently achieving success with their OTT movie, Dahaad, a cop series on Amazon Prime Video India. Their acclaimed series, Made in Heaven, is currently in post-production and will soon be available for streaming. Moreover, Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti have collaborated on Jee Le Zaraa, a road movie starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Alia Bhatt, and Katrina Kaif, which is expected to commence production next year. This project marks Farhan Akhtar’s directorial comeback after a hiatus of 13 years.
With Suhana Khan’s directorial debut, a talented ensemble cast, and the expertise of Zoya Akhtar at the helm, The Archies promises to be an enthralling cinematic experience that will captivate audiences and bring the beloved characters of Archie Comics to life like never before.
by Kashvi Gala