Not Lord of the Rings: This is the most expensive series in the world, each episode's production cost is more than Rs. 856 crores, its name is..,total budget is..
Not Lord of the Rings: This is the most expensive series in the world, each episode's production cost is more than Rs. 856 crores, its name is..,total budget is..
In the glamorous world of showbiz, there is a lot that goes behind the making of blockbuster hits. From the grandeur sets, the cinematic magic to the iconic characters, there are the things that we often see on the forefront; however, what happens behind is a lot more than what meets the eye. But to make all of this possible, the cost of production plays a paramount role. While massive budgets have become the norm in the industry, every once in a while comes a movie that completely changes the scale of production and takes it to a higher level.
One such story is of the Harry Potter Reboot. Marking as the most expensive series in this world, it is been suggested that its total cost of production is Rs. $4.2 billion—roughly ₹34,240 crore. yes, that's right. This lavish figure has surpassed all the previous records, even The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
It is reported that the series spans six episodes, with each episode having a budget of $100 million (around Rs. 856 crore). While this is a massive budget for Bollywood cinema, it is also unheard of in Hollywood.
But what's the reason behind this huge budget? Some money from it will be spent on building an entirely new set and creating a fresh visual identity that both pays homage to the original films and introduces a new generation to the wizarding world
Holding a special place in pop culture, Harry Potter is a franchise that a lot of people associate with their childhood. All eight films were box office hits and continue to resonate with the audience.
Now, with this reboot, the magical saga is being reimagined for a modern audience, with world-building on an unprecedented scale. Whether the new series lives up to the legacy of J.K. Rowling's beloved universe remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: with a budget this massive, expectations will be sky-high.
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