Rachel Zegler Celebrates 'Y2K' Premiere with Castmates at SXSW

Rising star Rachel Zegler celebrated the premiere of her latest film “Y2K” at SXSW in Austin, Texas, this weekend. Embracing the company of her castmates, including Jaeden Martell, Julian Dennison, and Kyle Mooney, Zegler shared a moment on Instagram, revealing her excitement and camaraderie with the team behind the comedy project.

The film, set on New Year’s Eve 1999, weaves a tale of teen friendship and a tech uprising gone wrong. Critics note the film’s rich nostalgic nods but argue it stumbles in execution, lacking the inventive spark of Mooney’s “Brigsby Bear.” Still, Zegler’s charm is noted, with her portrayal elevating her “largely thankless part” amidst the chaos. “Y2K,” while not hitting all the marks, still presents moments of charm and potential, with the cast delivering performances that occasionally outshine the material.