Catching up with the OG Harry Potter cast: Here's what they're up to now
After wrapping up the Harry Potter series, Radcliffe explored quirky and bold roles in theatre and indie films. He recently starred in Weird: The Al Yankovic Story and became a dad in 2023.
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Time of India
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- Time of India
Cultural, literary activities at Kanpur metro stns add to commuters' enthusiasm
1 2 3 4 Kanpur:Following the extension of Kanpur Metro from Motijheel to Kanpur Central, the city is witnessing a surge in commuter enthusiasm. On the second day of the launch a range of cultural and literary activities were organized at the underground stations, drawing large crowds throughout the day. As per the communique issued by Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd, at Naveen Market Station, commuters enjoyed a soulful evening filled with music and vibrant performances. Meanwhile, Bada Chauraha and Kanpur Central stations were transformed into literary hubs with the month-long book fair, organized in collaboration with 'Bookland' and 'Your Bookspot'. In a continued effort to engage with the community, Kanpur Metro has also announced a new platform titled 'Show Your Talent', aimed at providing young and emerging artists a chance to perform and showcase their creativity. Similarly, a book fair at Bada Chauraha and Kanpur Central stations offers passengers the opportunity to explore a wide array of timeless and contemporary literary works. The collection includes fiction, novels, poetry anthologies, essays, memoirs, and biographies — all under one roof. Children's favorites such as the 'Manga' series, Harry Potter, and superhero-themed books are also available. To cater to the interests of students and young readers, the fair features books on general knowledge and personal development. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Portable Stairlifts Require No Installation in 2025 (Take a Look) Topicsift Learn More Undo Readers can enjoy attractive discounts on book purchases throughout the fair. In addition to books, visitors can shop for motivational posters, scenic landscape art, and a range of stylish stationery items perfect for home or office use. To make the Sunday even more special, a live music performance was held at Naveen market station. The crowd was entertained by a vibrant Bollywood set performed by the Rockstar Amandeep live band. Passengers appreciated the lively atmosphere and lauded Kanpur Metro's efforts to turn commuting into an engaging cultural experience. As part of its cultural outreach, Kanpur Metro is inviting aspiring performers to showcase their talents at metro stations. Whether it's solo or group musical performances, live bands, sketching, or street plays — all artists are welcome.
News18
2 days ago
- News18
Arabella Stanton's Audition As Hermione Granger Reminds Fans Of Emma Watson
Last Updated: HBO's Harry Potter TV series will star Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Stanton as Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. An audition tape featuring Arabella Stanton, who has been signed on as Hermione Granger in the upcoming Harry Potter series by HBO, has left many impressed on social media. It has even drawn major comparisons to the original portrayal by Emma Watson in the film adaptation. This comes days after the broadcaster officially announced the casting of Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Stanton as Hermione and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley for its upcoming TV series. The show will be based on JK Rowling's books of the same name. In the viral video, Stanton can be seen reciting some of the lines of the iconic character from the Harry Potter series with confidence and ease. Showcasing great skill and screen presence, the 11-year-old actor delivers the lines just as Hermoine would. The video has gained significant attention on Instagram, garnering more than two lakh likes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by cineatomy (@cineatomy) While Harry Potter fans have already given a thumbs up to the casting choices, the audition clip of Arabella Stanton further strengthens their belief that she would do justice to the character. In the comments section, several users have praised Stanton over her acting skills. 'She is excellent. That dialogue delivery and expression is spot on," one person wrote. Another one suggested that she is 'going to be great" as Hermoine. A fan wrote that Stanton is 'literally perfect for this role," adding that she was not too much excited about the remake of Harry Potter, but is 'looking forward to it now." Meanwhile, some of them compared Stanton with Emma Watson. One person asked, 'Why does she sound like Emma Watson?" Another user suggested that she looked like a mix of Watson and Jenna Ortega. 'This is crazy, she sounds JUST like Emma," a third one added. Notably, Stanton made her professional debut in 2023. She came into the limelight after her performance in Matilda: The Musical on the West End. Fans are now eagerly waiting to witness her as Hermione, a role which gave Emma Watson global recognition. More than 30,000 actors auditioned for the roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley. This came after HBO announced an open casting call last fall. The Harry Potter film series began with Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in 2001. It featured Daniel Radcliffe in the lead role, while Rupert Grint appeared as Ron. The final films in the franchise, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 and 2 came out in 2010 and 2011, respectively. The filming for the upcoming HBO's Harry Potter series is all set to begin this summer. First Published:
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Arabella Stanton wows fans as her Hermione Granger audition tape goes viral
Arabella Stanton, a child actress, has quickly gained a lot of popularity in a short time. She has been officially cast to play the younger Hermione Granger in the new and upcoming 'Harry Potter' series. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Recently, a video of her audition appeared on the internet, and the public has been very impressed. Arabella Stanton's audition video gains attention online A video of Arabella's audition has been shared widely online. In the video, the 11-year-old actress can be seen reciting some well-known lines of the character Hermione Granger with ease and confidence. She delivers the lines just as Hermione would, showing great skill and poise. Fans of the 'Harry Potter' series have been very happy with the casting choices so far. The audition clip has only strengthened their belief that the new series will stay true to the books and be popular with viewers. Fans react to the video on social media Many fans took to social media to express their excitement about the casting. They are looking forward to seeing Arabella Stanton play Hermione Granger on screen. One fan wrote, 'Arabella Stanton is going to be PHENOMENAL as Hermione Granger in the 'Harry Potter' TV series!' Another said, 'She really understands the character.' Another comment under the viral post said, 'Honestly, Arabella Stanton is a much more advanced actress than was before she started playing Hermione Granger in the 'Harry Potter' films. Arabella nailed this audition; she sounds just like Hermione. Great casting choice.' Casting of the show After it was announced that the show was in the process of production and was looking for young talent to play the titular characters, over 30,000 people applied for the roles. Out of them, Dominic McLaughlin as Harry, Arabella Stanton as Hermione, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley have all been chosen as the official cast of the main trio.
