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The Archieverse is about to be shaken to its foundations, leaving nothing the identical once more, as a result of a brand new character is becoming a member of the gang with January’s The Archies in India graphic novel. Prasad Arora is a Bollywood star who catches the eye of Betty and Veronica, in accordance to a press launch, presumably main to many hilarious hijinx as Archie looks like a cuckold.
The press launch elaborates:
Following the announcement of The Archies, an upcoming function movie directed by Zoya Akhtar and set in India, Archie Comics continues to have a good time its longstanding connection to the nation with a brand new member of its iconic solid of comedian ebook characters! In THE ARCHIES IN INDIA graphic novel releasing in January, an unique story by author Bill Golliher and Dan Parent will introduce Prasad Arora, a Bollywood star who catches the eye of Betty and Veronica, including a enjoyable new dynamic to Riverdale’s relationships.
Going ahead, Prasad, like all the opposite Archieverse characters, might be eternally trapped as a youngster in highschool, endlessly dwelling his most awkward and hormonal years for all eternity, a psychological horror like no different, as befits Archie custom.
Prasad might be an ongoing addition to new tales in the writer’s comedian books and digest magazines, and his first look was impressed by the creators’ experiences visiting the nation to meet their many followers. “I visited India in 2019 after writing and illustrating an earlier Archie story set in India,” Golliher mentioned. “I loved the country; the people were so warm and kind. It was also great to see the amount of interest that everyone has in the Archie characters and the creators. I have friends I made then that I am still in touch with on social media. I can’t wait to get another chance to visit.”
“As much as India loves Archie, we love them right back!” Parent added. “The feature film from Zoya Akhtar will be another milestone, furthering the relationship between Riverdale and India for years to come!”
Prasad Arora will make his debut on January twenty fifth.
THE ARCHIES IN INDIA (TR)
Archie and his mates from Riverdale have been globetrotting for many years… however their favourite place to go to by far is India! This particular assortment contains each story the place Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, and sure, even Reggie, have travelled to the good nation. And what would any nice journey be with out loads of romance, particular cameo appearances, and TONS of musical moments? Plus, a BRAND-NEW STORY! In “Stars in Their Eyes,” Bollywood star Amisha Mehta has a movie lined up to shoot in India and manages to get Betty and Veronica a gig as extras. The ladies arrive on the set and Amisha discovers one of many greatest teen heartthrobs, Prasad Arora, is now scheduled to be in the movie as nicely. When she hears this, she’s hopeful she might be in a scene along with her crush. Betty and Veronica resolve to play matchmaker to get Prasad and Amisha launched… however will they trigger extra hurt than good?
Script: Bill Golliher
Art: Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski, Glenn Whitmore
Cover: Dan Parent, Rosario “Tito” Peña
978-1-64576-872-2
$14.99 US / $18.99 CAN
6 x 9″
144 pp, Full Color Trade Paperback
Direct Market On-Sale Date: 1/25
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