Actress Camila Mendes, who Actress Camila Mendes, who plays Veronica Lodge in the show Riverdale, finds conflict “interesting” and she feels that it makes for good storytelling. Based on characters from Archie Comics, the show follows the story of the residents of Riverdale. Veronica and Betty aren’t always on the same side in Riverdale. How is that to play? “Conflict is interesting and it obviously makes for good storytelling. But even if there is conflict between Betty and Veronica, it’s usually because they are hurt and because they care about each other. They are very protective,” Mendes said in a statement to IANS. “I don’t think it ever comes from a place of malicious intent. It’s healthy fighting. All best friends fight,” she added. Veronica always has a lot to deal with in Riverdale. The actress finds it “gratifying to play characters that deal with situations head on”. (IANS)