Amid Criticism Over Her Acting In The Archies, Khushi Kapoor Reportedly Bags A Karan Johar Film

With Zoya Akhtar's The Archies, Khushi Kapoor made her screen debut not too long ago. The reception to the movie was not unanimous; although some enjoyed the overall mood, others saw too much "unnatural" acting on the part of the actors.

Viewers specifically commented on how Khushi was a misfit.

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One wrote, ¡°Khushi Kapoor can't say a line without laughing. She gets a chance and she goessl "khee-khee-he-he".

Another went on to add, ¡°Watching The Archies and tbh as newcomers all the new actors are pretty okay-ish incl. Suhana but then there¡¯s Khushi Kapoor, horrible acting, flat expressions. Watching her scenes is a torture! ¡°

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While there are still unfavorable reviews pouring in, reports suggest that Khushi has bagged Karan Johar's upcoming OTT project.

According to reports, Khushi Kapoor and Ibrahim Khan will collaborate on Karan Johar's upcoming project. The movie will be directed by Shauna Gautam. Ibrahim and Khushi will work together on Karan Johar's peoduction, which will carry on his reputation of discovering fresh talent in the Hindi film business. The movie is rumored to have an OTT release instead of theatres.

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"It¡¯s being planned as a direct-to-digital project to be produced by his digital wing, Dharmatics. The film will go on floors next year and will be directed by Shauna Gautam. The makers are in talks with a leading OTT player for streaming rights", a source told Pinkvilla.

However, the title of the film is not yet decided. The source added, "It¡¯s one of those romantic comedies that Hindi Cinema is known for. However, Karan and co. feel that the palette of narrative fits better for the OTT than the big screen. It¡¯s planned and will be executed as an OTT original."

Producer Karan Johar is also getting ready to bring Ibrahim Ali Khan and Kajol and Prithviraj Sukumaran to the big screen in "Sarzameen."

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What Is The Archies About?

A fictional 1960s Indian town called Riverdale serves as the setting for the coming-of-age film The Archies, which revolves around the lives of Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, Reggie, Ethel, and Dilton¡ªthe town's most beloved group of young people. Using the distinct viewpoint of the Anglo-Indian community, The Archies explores issues like love, friendship, heartbreak, freedom, and rebellion.

You can stream The Archies on Netflix.

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