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Harry Potter’s Cho Chang, Katie Leung, says she ‘wouldn’t want to go back to that time’, here’s why

Harry Potter’s Cho Chang, Katie Leung, says she ‘wouldn’t want to go back to that time’, here’s why

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Playing Cho Chang in the mega-successful Harry Potter films was actor Katie Leung’s first brush with fame. The actor began appearing in the film series as the titular character’s love interest in the 2005 film Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, when she was 17. Now, after having worked in the film and TV industry for two decades, Katie says she wouldn’t want to return to those days. The actor says it is because, back then, she would easily get influenced by what people around her would say. Katie Leung played Cho Chang in four Harry Potter films. Katie Leung about working in Harry Potter Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, released in 2005, marked Katie’s acting debut. The 17-year-old played a 5th-year Hogwarts student, Cho Chang, whom Harry has a crush on. She later appeared in three more films in the series – Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2. “I was so young at …

When J.K. Rowling’s Church Visit Led To Harry Potter’s Most Annoying Character’s Name —Here’s The Story!

When J.K. Rowling’s Church Visit Led To Harry Potter’s Most Annoying Character’s Name —Here’s The Story!

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Here’s What Went Behind The Naming Of Harry Potter’s Most Annoying Character (Photo Credit – Instagram/Facebook) Long before Harry Potter became a billion-dollar juggernaut, J.K. Rowling was just another writer wandering around Edinburgh, trying to finish a story about a boy wizard. The tale we know today (full of spells, dark lords, and magical mayhem) actually started on a delayed train ride from Manchester to London. That’s where the seed for Harry Potter first popped into her head. Fast forward a few years, and Rowling was knee-deep in plot lines. She had spent five years laying out the entire series. Yes, five years of brainstorming before a single book hit the shelves. She wrote much of her first draft sitting in local cafés around Edinburgh, typing away while sipping coffee. But it wasn’t just the caffeine that helped. Edinburgh itself was a quiet co-writer. In an old interview, J.K. Rowling mentioned how the city slipped into her books. “It had some influence,” she shared (via Snitch Seeker). “There are some small things that wouldn’t have …

Harry Potter’s Magic Spell Remains Unbroken As Philosopher’s Stone Dominates Max Streaming Records In 2024!

Harry Potter’s Magic Spell Remains Unbroken As Philosopher’s Stone Dominates Max Streaming Records In 2024!

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Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone Breaks Max Streaming Records In 2024 (Photo Credit – Prime Video) Harry Potter’s magic refuses to fade even after all these years, whether you like it or not. Even though debates continue to swirl concerning its creator, the franchise itself remains a cultural powerhouse, captivating millions year after year. Don’t believe me? Just check the cold, hard numbers. And if that’s not enough, a fresh report highlights just how deeply audiences still adore the wizarding world, with Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone securing its place as one of the most-watched movies on Max in 2024. Harry Potter Streaming Numbers Speak Volumes According to Collider, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, the first installment of the iconic saga, clocking in over 40 million views on Max, enchanting nearly 20% of Warner Bros. Discovery’s subscriber base. These figures, pulled from Digital-i’s British streaming exports list, reveal just how global the love for Hogwarts still is. The data, covering key territories such as the US, Canada, Japan, South Korea, and Australia, …

Harry Potter’s ‘Cho Chang’ Katie Leung will play antagonist in Bridgerton season 4. Know more about her character | Web Series

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Sep 18, 2024 11:17 AM IST Katie Leung will play Lady Araminta Gun, a character described as “twice married and twice widowed.” Know more here. Katie Leung, who is best known for her role as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter series, joined the cast of the upcoming fourth season of the popular series Bridgerton. Netflix, on September 16, announced that production has officially started in London. (Also Read | James McAvoy says he auditioned to play young Voldemort in ‘Harry Potter’ films) ‘Cho Chang’ aka Katie Leung will be seen in Bridgerton season 4. Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha will star as Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek in the new season. The show will also introduce new characters, including Katie, known for her role in the Harry Potter films. Katie, 37, will play Lady Araminta Gun, a character described as “twice married and twice widowed.” Her two daughters, Rosamund Li (played by Michelle Mao) and Posy Li (played by Isabella Wei), are making their debut on the marriage market this season. Lady Araminta is …

Harry Potter’s Tom Felton & more join the cast of Hansal Mehta’s Gandhi

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Director Hansal Mehta is in the middle of shooting his period drama titled Gandhi which stars Pratik Gandhi in the titular role of Mahatma Gandhi and Bhamini Oza who will be essaying the role of Kasturba Gandhi. The director who is known for his work like CityLights and Scoop has now announced new additions to the cast.Tom Felton, who is known for his iconic portrayal of Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter film franchise, has officially joined the cast of Gandhi. Joining Felton in the international series are acclaimed British actors including James Murray, Jonno Davies, Molly Wright, Simon Lennon, Ralph Adeniy, Libby Mai, and Lindon Alexander.  The series has been referred to as India’s equivalent to The Crown in the past and the major part of the scenes that showcase Gandhi’s early life will be shot in London. The series is based on historian and author Ramachandra Guha’s two books, Gandhi before India and Gandhi: The Years that Changed the World. No released date or significant information regarding the show has been revealed. However, …

Harry Potter’s Draco Malfoy, Sorry, Tom Felton Joins The “Exceptional” Cast Of Hansal Mehta’s Gandhi

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Image was shared on Instagram. (Image courtesy: hansalmehta) Harry Potter star Tom Felton, aka Draco Malfoy, has joined the cast of Hansal Mehta’s upcoming web series Gandhi. The fantastic news was shared by Hansal Mehta and Applause Entertainment in a joint post on Instagram. International actors, including Libby Mai, Molly Wright, Ralph Adeniyi, James Murray, Lindon Alexander, Jonno Davies and Simon Lennon, are also part of the project.  Sharing the posters of the actors on Instagram, the production house wrote, “A global story with an exceptional cast! Gandhi brings together a stellar international ensemble to breathe life into pivotal roles. #Gandhi #GandhiFilmingNow Cast – Tom Felton, Libby Mai, Molly Wright, Ralph Adeniyi, James Murray, Lindon Alexander, Jonno Davies, Simon Lennon.” Pratik Gandhi will play the titular role in the series. Recently, on Hansal Mehta’s birthday,  the actor shared a series of pictures featuring himself and the director on Instagram and said,  “That’s pretty much what we have been up to. The pure joy of being and working with Hansal Mehta. Just a day younger to me, my friend, philosopher and Guide. Wishing …

Tom Felton AKA Harry Potter’s Draco Malfoy Joins Pratik Gandhi’s Series On Mahatma Gandhi’s Early Life

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Tom Felton aka Harry Potter’s Draco Malfoy Joins Pratik Gandhi’s Series On Mahatma Gandhi’s Early Life. (Photo Credit – Instagram) Move over, Draco Malfoy! Tom Felton, the actor best known for his role as the conniving Slytherin in the Harry Potter films, is taking on a whole new kind of magic – portraying a character in a major new series about Mahatma Gandhi. Applause Entertainment’s upcoming series, Gandhi, has unveiled its impressive international cast, and Tom Felton stands out as a surprising but exciting addition. The series, directed by the acclaimed Hansal Mehta, promises a captivating exploration of Gandhi’s early life, specifically his formative years spent in London and South Africa. This period-drama marks uncharted territory for Gandhi’s story on screen. While his later life as the leader of India’s independence movement is well-documented, his lesser-known experiences abroad will be brought to life by a stellar cast. Felton joins an ensemble that includes Pratik Gandhi, who will portray the iconic role of Gandhi himself. Other international actors like Libby Mai, Molly Wright, and Ralph Adeniyi …

When ‘Beautiful’ Cameron Diaz’s Pictures Worked Wonders For Daniel Radcliffe In Filming Harry Potter’s Flying Sequences

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Daniel Radcliffe Used ‘Beautiful’ Cameron Diaz’s Pictures While Filming Harry Potter’s Flying Sequences ( Photo Credit – Instagram ; IMDb ; Movie Still ) Daniel Radcliffe rose to fame with Harry Potter movies, and the actor became a worldwide name for his portrayal of The Boy Who Lived. Not only the main lead but all his friends and supporting cast from the franchise movies have a massive influence on the pop culture world. However, Tom Felton, the actor who played Draco Malfoy, once made shocking revelations about Daniel Radcliffe and his crush Cameron Diaz. Harry and Draco were frenemies throughout the Harry Potter movies. Even after the filming of the movies, both the actors had words of praise for them. However, the fandom will be shocked to learn that Cameron Diaz also had an indirect role in the movies. Read on to find out! The Harry Potter alum Tom Felton once revealed that Daniel Radcliffe brought “a picture of a particularly beautiful Cameron Diaz” in his memoir ‘Beyond the Wand: The Magic and Mayhem of …