Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan recently shared the poster of his daughter Suhana's debut film, "The Archies," which will be released on Netflix. Directed by Zoya Akhtar, this live-action musical will mark the launch of Khushi Kapoor, daughter of the late Sridevi and film producer Boney Kapoor, as well as Agastya Nanda, grandson of megastar Amitabh Bachchan.

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Meet the next generation of Bollywood in Zoya Akhtar’s ‘The Archies’

Expressing his excitement, Shah Rukh Khan took to Twitter to extend his best wishes to the film's team. He fondly recalled his love for the "Archie" comics during his youth and expressed his hope that the character of Big Moose, a talented athlete but poor student at the fictional Riverdale High School, would be part of the upcoming film.

I remember when I was young ( millions of years ago ) would book my Archie's Digest in advance to rent. Nostalgia. I hope Big Moose is also in the film! All the best to the whole cast and love. pic.twitter.com/KBnWEGx4BV

— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) June 12, 2023

Set in the 1960s, "The Archies," is an adaptation of the globally beloved "Archie" comics and revolves around the teenage gang of Archie, Betty, Dilton, Ether, Jughead, Reggie, and Veronica. Netflix has partnered with Archie Comics for this coming-of-age story, aiming to introduce the iconic characters to a new generation in India.

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Zoya Aktar’s ‘The Archies’ finishes shooting

In addition to Suhana Khan playing Veronica, Khushi Kapoor as Betty, and Agastya Nanda in the titular lead role, the film features Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Vedang Raina, and Yuvraj Menda portraying other essential gang members like Reggie, Jughead, Dilton, and Ethel.

This musical experience promises to be filled with youthful rebellion, friendships, first loves, and aims to appeal to audiences of all generations.