We took themes that matter to Gen Z and mixed them with nostalgia: Zoya Akhtar on 'The Archies'
PTI / Dec 05, 2023, 16:51 (IST)
"The Archies" is an Indian adaptation of the much-loved American comic series set in the fictional town of Riverdale. The film is rooted in reality but very dreamlike, mixing nostalgia with Gen Z themes. It is set in a 1960s hill town within the Anglo-Indian community, where Archie, Veronica, Betty, Reggie, Dilton, Jughead, and Big Ethel come to life. The story revolves around a group of teens who unite to save a park from being destroyed. The film was shot in Ooty and features a young cast of star kids including Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, and Agastya Nanda. Zoya Akhtar, the director, aims to create entertaining stories that engage the audience and put some goodness out into the world. She values the platform given to her and tells stories that matter. Zoya, along with writer-director Reema Kagti, has had a successful year with multiple projects on OTT platforms. She believes in working with family and friends as it gives her a sense of being home. Javed Akhtar, Zoya's father, has collaborated with her on many projects, including "The Archies", providing lyrics for the film. Zoya respects his experience and values his input during their collaborative process.