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Harry Potter TV series is ‘not being secretly infused’ with anti-trans views

During an appearance on The Town podcast, HBO boss Casey Bloys addressed the controversy surrounding author J.K. Rowling.

A stil lfrom the Harry Potter film franchise, which is based on the books written by JK Rowling
Published on May 03, 2025 12:12 PM IST
BySamarth Goyal

John Lithgow on receiving backlash for Harry Potter after JK Rowling controversy

John Lithgow, who will play Albus Dumbledore in the new TV series admitted that he was taken aback by the backlash, as he had focused on the role given his age

John Lithgow will be playing the role of Albus Dumbledore(REUTERS)
Published on Apr 28, 2025 03:04 PM IST
BySamarth Goyal

Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan slams JK Rowling’s post on anti-trans ruling

The Bridgerton star condemned JK Rowling after the latter celebrated UK Supreme Court's ruling, which stated that trans women are not legally considered women.

Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan has cricised JK Rowling's problematic views on trans women
Published on Apr 19, 2025 01:15 PM IST
BySamarth Goyal

John Lithgow on criticism over his casting as Dumbledore in Harry Potter series

John Lithgow reminded fans that he may not be an 'Englishman', but has played the role of Winston Churchill in one of his shows.

John Lithgow said he will be 'following the great' Michael Gambon.(Alberto Pezzali/Invision/AP)
Published on Apr 19, 2025 11:32 AM IST
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Dumbledore, Snape, Hagrid and more: All names confirmed for Harry Potter TV show

From John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore to Paapa Essiedu​ as Severus Snape, here is a look at all the confirmed names for the Harry Potter TV series so far….

A slew of actors have been confirmed for the Harry Potter TV series so far.
Published on Apr 15, 2025 04:58 PM IST
BySamarth Goyal

Backlash erupts over Paapa Essiedu's casting as Snape in Harry Potter series

HBO's upcoming Harry Potter web series is set to introduce a new spin in the magical world. On Monday,  the network revealed the cast playing iconic characters.

Paapa Essiedu will play the role of Hogwarts teacher, who was previously played by the late Alan Rickman in the film series adapted from J.K. Rowling's famous novels.
Published on Apr 15, 2025 10:33 AM IST

John Lithgow's casting as Dumbledore in Harry Potter series has fans divided

Fans are in a frenzy over the alleged casting of John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore in the new Harry Potter series; is it a “bold move” or a “wild” choice?

John Lithgow as Dumbledore
Published on Feb 13, 2025 02:10 PM IST
ByAadrika Sominder

Neil Gaiman's assault accusations resurface as Rowling compares him to Weinstein

As author Neil Gaiman's sexual assault allegations resurface, J.K. Rowling explosively compares him to disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein; read 

Neil Gaiman and JK Rowling
Published on Jan 14, 2025 03:30 PM IST
ByAadrika Sominder

Social media approves Ralph Fiennes' backing of Cillian Murphy as Voldemort

Ralph Fiennes public support for Cillian Murphy as the new Voldemort, has sparked excitement among fans for the Harry Potter TV series reboot.

Ralph Fiennes who played the role of Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter films wants Cillian Murphy to reprise the role of the Dark Lord in the TV series.
Published on Dec 05, 2024 01:46 PM IST
BySamarth Goyal

Maggie Smith of Downton Abbey, Harry Potter fame has died aged 89

Actor Maggie Smith who played the dowager Countess of Grantham in Downton Abbey and Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter films died on Friday.

British actor Maggie Smith is known for her Oscar-winning performance in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie.(AP)
Updated on Sep 27, 2024 07:09 PM IST

Harry Potter's ‘Cho Chang’ Katie Leung to play antagonist in Bridgerton season 4

Katie Leung will play Lady Araminta Gun, a character described as "twice married and twice widowed." Know more here.

'Cho Chang' aka Katie Leung will be seen in Bridgerton season 4.
Published on Sep 18, 2024 11:17 AM IST
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HBO’s Harry Potter reboot announces casting call, here's what fans have to say

As HBO prepares to launch a decade-long Harry Potter series, the search for actors has begun. Here's everything fans have to say

Despite the controversy that surrounds author creator JK Rowling, Harry Potter is about to get its very own TV adaptation on HBO
Published on Sep 13, 2024 09:51 AM IST
ByAadrika Sominder

Harry Potter fans let down by no Hogwarts Express announcement at King's Cross

Harry Potter fans congregated in hordes at the King's Cross Station in London to celebrate the day their favourite wizard set off for Hogwarts. 

Harry Potter and Ron Weasly boarded Hogwarts Express for the first time on September 1
Updated on Sep 03, 2024 11:19 AM IST

‘Bloody Longbottom’: Harry Potter's Draco Malfoy loses cricket match to Neville

Tom Felton, who played Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter movies, was part of a charity cricket match and lost to Matthew Lewis, who essayed Neville Longbottom.

Matthew Lewis and Tom Felton enjoyed a game of cricket recently.
Published on Aug 28, 2024 11:53 AM IST

Do arts and crafts give more life satisfaction than holding down a stable job?

In a recent survey, engaging in arts and crafts was shown to enhance life satisfaction more than holding down a job. Here's how

How arts and crafts outperform jobs in boosting life satisfaction
Published on Aug 20, 2024 05:07 PM IST
ByAadrika Sominder

Daniel Radcliffe looks forward to new Harry Potter adaptation

Actor Daniel Radcliffe talks about the upcoming Harry Potter series, revealing whether he would make a cameo appearance in the show or not.

Daniel Radcliffe got global fame after he featured as Harry Potter in the film franchise.
Published on May 22, 2024 03:39 PM IST

Exclusive: Pratik Gandhi on working with Tom Felton in Hansal Mehta's Gandhi

Actor Pratik Gandhi will be joining Harry Potter movies' star Tom Felton to shoot Hansal Mehta's much-anticipated series Gandhi in London in June.

Actor Pratik Gandhi is excited to work with Tom
Published on May 03, 2024 07:30 PM IST

Harry Potter Day 2024: Date, history, significance

Harry Potter Day 2024: From date to history, here's all that you need to know about this special day.

Every year, Harry Potter Day is observed on May 2.(Unsplash)
Published on May 01, 2024 01:17 PM IST
By, Delhi

Michael Gambon dies: Potterheads raise their wands to the Dumbledore actor

Harry Potter fans reacted to Michael Gambon's death by sharing Albus Dumbledore's memorable quotes, and sharing GIFs of raising their wands.

Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter and Michael Gambon as Albus Dumbledore
Published on Sep 28, 2023 06:43 PM IST

Michael Gambon dies, actor best known as Dumbledore in later Harry Potter films

Michael Gambon succumbed to a bout of pneumonia. The actor replaced Richard Harris as Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter films in 2004.

Michael Gambon played Albus Dumbledore in six Harry Potter films
Updated on Sep 28, 2023 05:43 PM IST
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Harry Potter's Ginny Weasley actor says she was ‘disappointed’ by her screentime

Bonnie Wright, who played Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter franchise, says her part was chopped off to a huge extent while translating books to films.

Bonnie Wright played Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter films
Published on Aug 31, 2023 02:56 PM IST

Google Doodle celebrates Harry Potter star Alan Rickman, fans react ‘Always’

Google Doodle celebrated Alan Rickman on Sunday and made his fans emotional. Here's how the fans are reacting.

Google Doodle has paid a tribute to Harry Potter star Alan Rickman.
Published on Apr 30, 2023 12:56 PM IST

Enter the wizarding world again: Harry Potter TV series to run for 10 years!

Warner Bros. announces a Harry Potter TV series based on all seven books by J.K. Rowling. Each season will focus on one book and run for 10 consecutive years.

The news of a Harry Potter TV series based on all seven books by J.K. Rowling has been met with excitement from fans worldwide.(Instagram)
Published on Apr 13, 2023 06:25 PM IST

Harry Potter online TV Series to go on floors soon? Here's what new report says

As per a new report, Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. is likely to strike a deal for the online TV series on Harry Potter.

Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson played Harry Potter and Hermoine Granger respectively in the popular film series.
Published on Apr 04, 2023 02:37 PM IST
Bloomberg |

Daniel Radcliffe expecting first baby with Erin Darke, fans are overjoyed

Actor Daniel Radcliffe is the latest Harry Potter star after Rupert Grint to become a dad. Fans are overjoyed to see their favourite stars become parents.

Daniel Radcliffe is about to become a dad.
Published on Mar 26, 2023 12:36 PM IST

Daniel Radcliffe-Emma Watson pay tribute to Harry Potter co-star Robbie Coltrane

Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson paid tribute to their Harry Potter co-star Robbie Coltrane While Daniel called him an 'incredible actor', Emma said that ‘there was no better Hagrid’.

Robbie Coltrane, Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint in a still from a Harry Potter movie.
Updated on Oct 15, 2022 08:26 AM IST

Harry Potter star Jessie Cave welcomes her fourth child with partner Alfie Brown

Harry Potter actor Jessie Cave and her partner Alfie Brown have welcomed their fourth kid together.

Jessie Cave and Alfie Brown welcome their fourth child together.
Published on Mar 23, 2022 03:39 PM IST
ANI |

Daniel reveals he had a crush on Harry Potter co-star Helena Bonham Carter

In the upcoming HBO Max's reunion special Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts, Daniel Radcliffe admitted his on-set childhood crush was co-star Helena Bonham Carter.

Daniel Radcliffe had a crush on Helena Bonham Carter.(Instagram)
Published on Dec 31, 2021 07:29 PM IST
ANI |

Harry Potter's Tom Felton slid into Olivia Jade's DMs, here's what he said 

Tom Felton had DM-ed Olivia Jade on Instagram but the YouTuber didn't respond. Know what he sent her and why Olivia didn't reply.

Olivia Jade received a message on Instagram by Tom Felton.
Published on Dec 24, 2021 03:57 PM IST

Ahead of Harry Potter reunion, Tom shares BTS video of young Emma, Daniel

Tom Felton took to Instagram and shared an old video from the sets of one of the early Harry Potter movies. In it, he and a ‘competitive’ Emma Watson were seen taking shots at each others' hands. 

(L) Emma Watson and Tom Felton playing a game with their hands, (R) Daniel Radcliffe informing fans that Emma is ‘competitive’. 
Published on Dec 24, 2021 10:59 AM IST
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