Javed Akhtar, the renowned lyricist and writer, is placing a significant bet on Agastya Nanda, the grandson of Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, as the next big thing in the Hindi film industry.
Comparisons to Rishi Kapoor and a Unique Talent Emerges
In an interview, Akhtar drew parallels between Agastya Nanda and the late Rishi Kapoor, claiming that audiences haven’t witnessed such a talent in over 50 years. He even shared an incident where he told Agastya’s mother that her son is destined to be a star.
The Archies Debut: A Multigenerational Appeal
Agastya Nanda made his debut in the Netflix film “The Archies,” directed by Akhtar’s daughter, Zoya Akhtar. Javed Akhtar described the film as catering to a wide age range, from seven-year-olds to those in their seventies. He recounted a touching moment at the film’s premiere involving a nostalgic viewer.
Akhtar’s High Praise and Anticipation
Despite acknowledging his difficulty in praising his own daughter, Javed Akhtar didn’t hold back when expressing his admiration for Agastya Nanda. He positioned the young actor as a refreshing and ‘masoom’ (innocent) alternative to the prevailing ‘macho, toxic’ hero archetype in contemporary cinema.
Amitabh Bachchan’s Joyful Recognition
Amitabh Bachchan, Agastya’s grandfather, expressed happiness as Agastya and Abhishek Bachchan made a stylish appearance together, further solidifying the anticipation surrounding Agastya’s potential in the industry.
The Archies on Netflix
“The Archies,” which premiered on Netflix, marks Agastya Nanda’s entry into the film world, and Javed Akhtar’s endorsement positions him as a talent to watch in Bollywood.
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