Here's why Khushi Kapoor was the right choice for playing the character of Betty Cooper in Netflix's 'The Archies'

Khushi Kapoor, who made her debut in Zoya Akhtar’s The Archies, has come out as a rising star for her effortless portrayal of Betty Cooper.

Her performance was heartfelt and breezy, with critics and audiences describing her as the quintessential Betty. Khushi effortlessly showcases Betty’s inherent innocence, allowing it to shine through authentically. Her performance is a testament to her natural ability to capture the raw emotions and genuine friendships that define Betty Cooper’s character.

What sets Khushi apart is not just her on-screen talent but the genuine connection she expresses to Betty’s character off-screen. Khushi stands out with the closest resemblance and relatability to Betty Cooper. The nuanced authenticity she brings to the character makes Betty come alive on screen, capturing the hearts of audiences worldwide as The Archies takes over Netflix.

Khushi’s tribute to mother Sridevi

The much-anticipated premiere of ‘The Archies‘ at NMACC in Mumbai witnessed a touch of nostalgia as Khushi graced the event in a gown that was worn the ever-stylish Sridevi back in 2013. Khushi Kapoor, making a mark with her distinct sense of fashion, had chosen to pay a tribute to her mother, Sridevi in an iconic ensemble.

The chosen gown, with its intricate crystals, was a showstopper when Sridevi wore it at the 2013 IIFA red carpet. Now, it took center stage once again as Khushi stepped into the world of Bollywood. A source close to Khushi Kapoor revealed, “Khushi is extremely happy to pay a tribute to her mother as she wears such an iconic gown which was once worn by her mother. She is also wearing Sridevi’s jewellery for the red carpet. This is a very special day and for Khushi it’s particularly an emotional debut.”

Khushi Kapoor (who plays Betty) spoke about the world of Riverdale and what it’s all about in a recent interview. “Reading the script and coming to the sets was a really surreal experience. It was like a comic book coming to life, it was colorful, it was vibrant, and you’ll see that when you watch the film.,” Khushi said. On creating her character of Betty, she revealed, “We all were cast because there were a lot of similarities between the characters and us, so it was great to work with Zoya and find different layers of our characters,” said the debutant.