This story is from November 26, 2023

‘The Archies’ stars Suhana Khan and Agastya Nanda trolled for their dance video, netizens say they look 'so nervous'

Suhana Khan and Agastya Nanda, star kids making their Bollywood journey under Zoya Akhtar's direction, faced online backlash and criticism for their joint dance routine that drew attention to the nepotism debate. The social media frenzy highlighted the privilege of the duo and questioned their grasp of traditional Indian art forms. Comments on Twitter focused on Suhana's demeanor and called for a representation of Indian classical dances instead of a foreign routine. Despite the criticism, the ensemble's acting prowess in 'The Archies' trailer received praise, raising expectations for the film's release on December 7.
‘The Archies’ stars Suhana Khan and Agastya Nanda trolled for their dance video, netizens say they look 'so nervous'
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Amidst the promotional whirlwind for their upcoming debut in "The Archies," star kids Suhana Khan and Agastya Nanda found themselves entangled in a storm of online criticism, following a dance performance featuring the two. The duo, gearing up for their Bollywood journey under Zoya Akhtar's direction, faced a barrage of online backlash, reigniting the relentless nepotism debate in the industry.

During a recent film event, Suhana and Agastya's joint dance routine stirred a social media frenzy, drawing sharp comments highlighting their privilege and questioning their grasp and hold on traditional Indian art forms.
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Twitter became a battleground of opinions, with some users questioning Suhana's demeanor in front of the media and others suggesting she should relax more during public appearances.

Suhana Khan happily poses with rumoured boyfriend Agastya Nanda on his birthday; twins in black


Comments like "Why does she always look so nervous and worried in front of the media and photographers?! She should relax more and enjoy her time, like the other girls in the cast do…" and "SRK bhai isko ghar par rakho" flooded timelines, emphasizing the scrutiny faced by young celebs in the limelight.
Criticism also centered around their choice of a foreign dance routine, with calls for a representation of Indian classical dances like Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, and Kuchipudi as one commented, “Nepo kids doing some foreign dance thinking Indian public will love it..Bharatnatayam , katha kali, Kuchipudi dance please .. Not some firang dance…”
Check out the Twitter reactions here.


Meanwhile, the trailer for "The Archies" previously received praise for the ensemble's acting prowess, lauding all six young actors, including Suhana and Agastya. As the film's release date of December 7 approaches, the expectations are high for ‘The Archies’.
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