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The Archies X review: Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor starrer gets mixed response, netizens say 'couldn't get past 30 minutes'

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By ETV Bharat English Team

Published : Dec 7, 2023, 8:45 PM IST

The highly anticipated film The Archies has been released on Netflix today, and reactions have already poured in. Fans have showered their love on the film and the cast's performance. However, some segments of the audience were left unimpressed by the Zoya Akhtar directorial.

The Archies X review: Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor starrer gets mixed response, netizens say 'Couldn't get past 30 minutes'
The Archies X review: Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor starrer gets mixed response, netizens say 'Couldn't get past 30 minutes'

Hyderabad: Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar's long-awaited film The Archies is finally released and is now streaming on the OTT platform Netflix. The filmmaker has introduced fresh talents such as Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, and Agastya Nanda to the world of Hindi cinema with this exciting project. And now, social media is buzzing with various reactions to this movie.

Soon after the film was released, fans took to their X (formerly known as Twitter) accounts to shower praises on the Zoya Akhtar-directed film, particularly Suhana Khan's outstanding performance and the captivating music.

A fan referred to the flick as 'lovely' while also praising the performances of the actors and the overall atmosphere of the film. The fan was pleased with Agastya and Khushi's brilliant performance, and called Suhana simply 'incredible' not only for her portrayal of the character but also for her dancing skills. The fan tweeted, "A great overall experience #TheArchiesOnNetflix," accompanied by a red heart emoji.

  • What a lovely film #TheArchies is. The atmosphere around the film with the wonderful performances was an absolute delight to watch. Agastya and Khushi were amazing but my God Suhana Khan, I just can't believe how incredible you were. Not only can you act but your dancing, your…

    — ADITYA (@AdiSRKian) December 7, 2023 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Another user expressed admiration for Suhana Khan's exceptional acting prowess demonstrated in the confrontational scene involving Veronica Lodge and Hiram Lodge in The Archies, (followed by emoticons to convey further praise). "We have another heartthrob from the Khan family. Also, this girl is so expressive. Dances, sings, and smiles like a dream," the user wrote.

  • #SuhanaKhan is really flaunting her acting prowess with this one.

    The confrontational scene between Veronica Lodge & Hiram Lodge in #TheArchies is 🤌❤️

    We have another heartthrob from the Khan family ❤️

    Also, this girl is so expressive. Dances, sings and smiles like a dream.😇

    — BRIJWA SRK FAN (@BrijwaSRKman) December 7, 2023 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

One netizen showered praise upon Khushi Kapoor's performance in the movie, alongside Suhana Khan, mentioning that Suhana and Khushi were truly impressive in the film. The user mentioned that Zoya Akhtar has effectively achieved a sense of nostalgia. Although the user wished that the accents were less affected, but was still able to enjoy the film.

A few sections of the audience, however, were left unimpressed by the movie. One user expressed dissatisfaction stating, "#TheArchies is BORING. Couldn’t get past 30 minutes. Decent acting by the newcomers but were let down by the bad direction and very poor writing."

  • #TheArchies is BORING. Couldn’t get past 30 minutes. Decent acting by the newcomers but were let down by the bad direction and very poor writing

    — Ashwin (@AN6345) December 7, 2023 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Another user tweeted, "Light movie. Great production design. Nicely blended Indian POVs with #TheArchies comics, without losing the essence of it. But all the newbie actors including Suhana were only okayish. Over-acted at places. Unlike other Zoya movies, strictly 1 time watch. #TheArchiesOnNetflix."

  • Light movie. Great production design. Nicely blended Indian POVs with #TheArchies comics, without losing the essence of it. But all the newbie actors including Suhana were only okayish. Over-acted at places. Unlike other Zoya movies, strictly 1 time watch.#TheArchiesOnNetflix

    — Puneet Maheshwari (@puneet2892) December 7, 2023 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

The Archies showcases the talents of Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Dot, Mihir Ahuja, Vedang Raina, and Yuvraj Menda. This musical takes the audience into the fictional hilly town of Riverdale, capturing the coming-of-age tales of Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, Reggie, Ethel, and Dilton. The film was released on Netflix on December 7, 2023.

Also read:

  1. AskSRK session: Shah Rukh Khan on how he feels about daughter Suhana's debut; responds to acid attack survivor's request
  2. 'So beautifully crafted': Katrina Kaif, Karan Johar, review Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda and Khushi Kapoor's debut film The Archies
  3. Watch: Aishwarya Rai pulls Agastya Nanda's leg at The Archies screening; teases him to 'get used to' posing for shutterbugs

Hyderabad: Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar's long-awaited film The Archies is finally released and is now streaming on the OTT platform Netflix. The filmmaker has introduced fresh talents such as Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, and Agastya Nanda to the world of Hindi cinema with this exciting project. And now, social media is buzzing with various reactions to this movie.

Soon after the film was released, fans took to their X (formerly known as Twitter) accounts to shower praises on the Zoya Akhtar-directed film, particularly Suhana Khan's outstanding performance and the captivating music.

A fan referred to the flick as 'lovely' while also praising the performances of the actors and the overall atmosphere of the film. The fan was pleased with Agastya and Khushi's brilliant performance, and called Suhana simply 'incredible' not only for her portrayal of the character but also for her dancing skills. The fan tweeted, "A great overall experience #TheArchiesOnNetflix," accompanied by a red heart emoji.

  • What a lovely film #TheArchies is. The atmosphere around the film with the wonderful performances was an absolute delight to watch. Agastya and Khushi were amazing but my God Suhana Khan, I just can't believe how incredible you were. Not only can you act but your dancing, your…

    — ADITYA (@AdiSRKian) December 7, 2023 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Another user expressed admiration for Suhana Khan's exceptional acting prowess demonstrated in the confrontational scene involving Veronica Lodge and Hiram Lodge in The Archies, (followed by emoticons to convey further praise). "We have another heartthrob from the Khan family. Also, this girl is so expressive. Dances, sings, and smiles like a dream," the user wrote.

  • #SuhanaKhan is really flaunting her acting prowess with this one.

    The confrontational scene between Veronica Lodge & Hiram Lodge in #TheArchies is 🤌❤️

    We have another heartthrob from the Khan family ❤️

    Also, this girl is so expressive. Dances, sings and smiles like a dream.😇

    — BRIJWA SRK FAN (@BrijwaSRKman) December 7, 2023 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

One netizen showered praise upon Khushi Kapoor's performance in the movie, alongside Suhana Khan, mentioning that Suhana and Khushi were truly impressive in the film. The user mentioned that Zoya Akhtar has effectively achieved a sense of nostalgia. Although the user wished that the accents were less affected, but was still able to enjoy the film.

A few sections of the audience, however, were left unimpressed by the movie. One user expressed dissatisfaction stating, "#TheArchies is BORING. Couldn’t get past 30 minutes. Decent acting by the newcomers but were let down by the bad direction and very poor writing."

  • #TheArchies is BORING. Couldn’t get past 30 minutes. Decent acting by the newcomers but were let down by the bad direction and very poor writing

    — Ashwin (@AN6345) December 7, 2023 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Another user tweeted, "Light movie. Great production design. Nicely blended Indian POVs with #TheArchies comics, without losing the essence of it. But all the newbie actors including Suhana were only okayish. Over-acted at places. Unlike other Zoya movies, strictly 1 time watch. #TheArchiesOnNetflix."

  • Light movie. Great production design. Nicely blended Indian POVs with #TheArchies comics, without losing the essence of it. But all the newbie actors including Suhana were only okayish. Over-acted at places. Unlike other Zoya movies, strictly 1 time watch.#TheArchiesOnNetflix

    — Puneet Maheshwari (@puneet2892) December 7, 2023 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

The Archies showcases the talents of Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Dot, Mihir Ahuja, Vedang Raina, and Yuvraj Menda. This musical takes the audience into the fictional hilly town of Riverdale, capturing the coming-of-age tales of Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, Reggie, Ethel, and Dilton. The film was released on Netflix on December 7, 2023.

Also read:

  1. AskSRK session: Shah Rukh Khan on how he feels about daughter Suhana's debut; responds to acid attack survivor's request
  2. 'So beautifully crafted': Katrina Kaif, Karan Johar, review Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda and Khushi Kapoor's debut film The Archies
  3. Watch: Aishwarya Rai pulls Agastya Nanda's leg at The Archies screening; teases him to 'get used to' posing for shutterbugs

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