The Archies’ star Mihir Ahuja on why fitting in with Agastya Nanda and Suhana Khan was easy: 'They've grown up around films'

Zoya Akhtar's 'The Archies' may have received mixed reviews from the audiences, but there is a charm to the overall setting, that one can't ignore.Actor Mihir Ahuja has now shared pleasant memories of working in Zoya Akhtar’s 'The Archies'. The young performer featured alongside star kids Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor and Agastya Nanda in the teen musical. He revealed that blending with his co-stars was surprisingly smooth. Mihir credited his open mindset for making the experience enjoyable. Mihir Ahuja entered the project without any preconceived notions. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, he explained his simple strategy. He said, “It wasn’t difficult at all. Whenever I do any project, I come in with an empty slate, a clean slate. I learnt a lot from all of them, Suhana, Agastya, Khushi."Mihir appreciated the natural exposure his co-stars brought to the set. He noted, “They have grown up around films, so they had a certain learning which I got to learn from as well. We really had a blast shooting for the film." He found their comfort with cinema both inspiring and helpful during the shoot.The film brought together a fresh ensemble cast for the first time. Suhana Khan played Veronica, Khushi Kapoor portrayed Betty, and Agastya Nanda took on the role of Archie. Mihir Ahuja essayed the character of Jughead. Despite different backgrounds, the young actors shared a fun and collaborative environment. The team created a light-hearted atmosphere while shooting the 1960s Riverdale setting.On the professional front, Ahuja was seen in 'Maa Ka Sum' with Mona Singh that released on Amazon Prime Video on April 3, 2026.