Khushi Kapoor made her Bollywood debut with Zoya Akhtar's teen musical The Archies, in which she played the character of Betty Cooper in this Indian rendition of the beloved comic series. In a recent interview, Janhvi Kapoor expressed admiration for Khushi's performance in the movie. Additionally, she advised the debutante to brace herself for criticism while remaining true to herself amid any negativity. ALSO READ: The Archies Movie Review: Suhana Khan Shines In Zoya Akhtar's Netflix Adaptation! Film's Classy Production Design Stands Out As The Winner
During an interview with Aaj Tak, Janhvi shared her thoughts on the newly released Netflix film revealing that she watched her sister's performance and found her portrayal to be sincere. Reflecting on her own experiences, she advised her to be prepared for all the criticism and hate coming her way and motivated by further suggesting not to lose sight of her authenticity amidst any negativity. The Gunjan Saxena star expressed a wish that someone had advised her similarly, emphasizing the importance of focusing on those who appreciate and value oneself rather than dwelling on criticism. ALSO READ: The Archies: Zoya Akhtar Impresses Netizens With Her Latest Release! Internet Calls It One Of The Best Films Of The Year
Drawing from personal experience, she remarked on the challenge of trusting compliments compared to criticisms, highlighting the ease of believing negativity over positivity. Reflecting on herself and her sister, she admitted to moments of self-doubt and emphasized to Khushi the importance of retaining authenticity amidst any criticism, urging her not to lose herself in the process.
The Archies is a poignant musical movie that delves into the intricate facets of adolescence, narrating the tales of Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, Reggie, Ethel, and Dilton as they navigate friendship, love, liberation, and the challenges of rebellion. Khushi portrayed the character of Betty, Agastya Nanda embodied Archie Andrews, and Suhana Khan depicted Veronica Lodge. The film also featured Yuvraj Menda, Dot, Vedang Raina, and Mihir Ahuja in significant roles. Helmed by Zoya Akhtar, the movie debuted on Netflix on December 7, 2023. It garnered mixed reviews from both critics and audiences.
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