Mumbai, November 25, 2023: Netflix’s ‘The Archies’ created a resounding buzz with the release of its trailer and hit songs like Sunoh, Va Va Voom, and In Raahon Mein. The anticipation reached new heights with the star-studded music album launch, becoming a sensational event attended by industry luminaries, media, and influencers.
The ensemble cast, including Dot (Aditi), Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Mihir Ahuja, Suhana Khan, Vedang Raina, and Yuvraj Menda, joined filmmakers Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, along with the music maestros Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, Ankur Tewari, Tejas, and Shivam Mahadevan, to unveil the 16-track album.
The gala commenced with insights from Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti, and the music team, followed by a mesmerizing dance by the cast to the beats of ‘Va Va Voom.’ Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda, and Khushi Kapoor showcased their moves to ‘Asymmetrical’ by Dot. Ankur Tewari and Tejas mesmerized the audience with performances of ‘Choona Aasman’ and ‘Sunoh.’ The night reached its crescendo as the entire cast united for a lively rendition of ‘Plum Pudding,’ leaving the audience yearning for more.
The highlight, ‘Dhishoom Dhishoom,’ featuring Dot, Suhana Khan, and Khushi Kapoor on roller skates, garnered thunderous applause, becoming the talk of the town.
The 16-track album boasts iconic songs like ‘Sunoh,’ ‘Va Va Voom,’ ‘In Raahon Mein,’ ‘Dear Diary,’ ‘Jab Tum Na Theen,’ ‘Dhishoom Dhishoom,’ ‘Lonely July,’ ‘Everything is Politics,’ ‘Plum Pudding,’ ‘Yeh Saari Aawazein,’ ‘Choona Aasmaan,’ and ‘Asymmetrical.’
Director Zoya Akhtar expressed her excitement, stating, “The Archies’ album, with its unique blend of comic book narrative, ’60s era vibes, and Young adult tone, is a musical journey that makes me smile. The collaboration with Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, Ankur Tewari, Dot, Arijit Singh, and Tejas is beyond my dreams.”
Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy shared, “Creating something refreshing with ‘The Archies’ music was our goal. The ’60s music, combined with a talented team, makes ‘Plum Pudding’ our personal favorite.”
Ankur Tewari added, “Working on this album with a ’60s vibe and collaborating with legends like Javed Akhtar, Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, and Dot has been enriching.”
‘The Archies’ album, featuring collaborations with Javed Akhtar, Dot, Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, Arijit Singh, Ankur Tewari, and The Islanders, is now available on streaming platforms and Sony Music’s YouTube channel.
This coming-of-age tale set in the 1960s, a collaboration between Netflix India, Tiger Baby, Archie Comics, and Graphic India, releases worldwide on Netflix on December 7, 2023.
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