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Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
At Rs 35,000 crore, Harry Potter Reboot is set to become the world's most expensive TV show; details here
Harry Potter reboot world's most expensive TV show: When you think of high-budget shows, Game of Thrones or The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power might come to mind. But now, a new series is grabbing global attention for its jaw-dropping cost. The upcoming reboot of the Harry Potter series has been crowned the world's most expensive TV show, with a reported budget of over Rs 35,000 crore—yes, you read that right! Harry Potter Series Becomes the World's Most Expensive TV Show The reboot of the Harry Potter series is not just another remake—it's breaking records before it even airs. According to the website the series is set to cost more than £ 3.15 billion or $4.2 billion (approx. Rs 35,000 crore) in total, making it the world's most expensive TV show to date. This new version is expected to explore JK Rowling's books in far more detail than the original movies. Each Episode Costs More Than an Average Movie The numbers are simply unbelievable. The Harry Potter TV show is expected to have seven seasons, with six episodes in each season. That's a total of 42 episodes. Each episode is said to cost around £75 million (over $100 million or Rs 856 crore), more than many Hollywood blockbusters. In comparison, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power had a budget of $62 million per episode and a total cost of just over $1 billion. Clearly, Harry Potter's reboot is playing in a league of its own. Potterville: A Mini City Built Just for the Show One major reason for the sky-high budget is the construction of a full-fledged city, nicknamed Potterville, which will serve as the main filming location. Built by Warner Bros Studios, this mini city has cost about £1 billion (over $1.3 billion or Rs 11,000 crore). This magical set will include detailed recreations of iconic places like: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry King's Cross Station Privet Drive Such a massive set ensures authenticity and long-term use, as the producers plan to use it for multiple seasons and possibly other spin-offs. A Star-Studded Cast Brings Magic to Life Again The upcoming Harry Potter series will feature a brand-new cast lineup that fans are already excited about. Big names have been brought on board to reimagine these iconic characters: John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch With such talented actors, the makers aim to deliver deeper, more emotional performances compared to the original films. More Faithful to the Books Than the Movies While the eight original Harry Potter films were loved across the world, many fans felt that key moments from the books were skipped or rushed. This reboot of the Harry Potter series promises to be more faithful and in-depth, giving each book a full season to explore characters and storylines in detail. From sky-high episode costs to building a custom-made wizarding world, this reboot of the Harry Potter series is set to change the way we look at television production. With a total cost estimated to be over $4.2 billion, it has comfortably overtaken all previous contenders for the title of the world's most expensive TV show. Whether you're a longtime Potterhead or a newcomer, this grand retelling is bound to make history in the world of entertainment. For the latest and more interesting financial news, keep reading Indiatimes Worth. Click here.
Wales Online
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Rob Rinder shows off newly toned body and shares his secret
Rob Rinder shows off newly toned body and shares his secret The TV personality has shared a new picture of his impressive physique Rob Rinder TV presenter Rob Rinder has shared a picture of his newly toned body after saying he had wrecked it with 'months of unkindness'. The barrister and TV host took to social media to share pictures of his routine and the result after toning his torso. The TV personality has previously spoken of how he stays in shape, telling e " I have been doing three simple things to get myself into the shape I am in now. I am a loyal disciple of Barry's Bootcamp. I spend a lot of time there burning calories and sweating out the bad stuff. "I do try and eat a balanced and healthy diet as much as possible. The odd cheat meal is okay, but my diet has been key. Article continues below And, he added, d ancing. "I love dancing! I dance and dance and dance. It's fun and it keeps me fit." But it seems the latest result needed a little extra help. Taking to Instagram, Rob shared pictures and videos from a week-long juice retreat. Content cannot be displayed without consent He has been taking part in 10km hill runs every morning as well as hitting the gym, enjoying ice baths and saunas and juicing every day for seven days. He wrote: " Months of unkindness to my body. Just one week of juicing and training to restore it.. Take time to do what makes your soul happy." Rob has spent his week at Juice Master Retreats. They say: " With our carefully planned 7-day mind, body and spiritual journey, we have positively helped to change the lives of thousands of people" Article continues below They have centres in Portugal and Turkey. Ron spent his week at the site in Dornes, Portugal. Founder Jaspon Vale said: " Over twenty years ago, I ran the first-ever Juice Master retreat. I wanted to create an environment that would truly nourish mind, body and spirit, and take people on a journey that would inspire and relax in equal measures. "I wanted to create a week without judgment, where people could be free to be themselves. I wanted to create an all-encompassing experience combining yoga, fitness, meditation, games, beautiful walks, education and the finest nutrition nature had to offer. In short, I wanted to create a retreat that could positively change the way someone feels, both mentally and physically, in just seven days. "This vision has become a reality that has expanded to include more Juice Master retreats. All have exceeded my expectations. Our hand-picked, dedicated teams have a passionate desire to create a magical experience for each and every guest. Collectively our aim is to create as much magic as we can."
