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Madonna offers small role to daughter in directorial venture

March 29, 2010 By vani Leave a Comment

London, Mar 29 (ANI): In a bid to hep her daughter Lourdes to make it big in movies, Madonna has reportedly offered her a small role in her upcoming film about King Edward VIII.

The ‘Material Girl’ is stepping behind the camera to direct a historical drama based on the former king, who abdicated in 1936 so he could marry twice-divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson – a move that rocked the monarchy.

And she has arranged for her 13-year-old offspring to make a cameo appearance in the period drama.

“She”s arranged for a small role for Lourdes. It”s not a significant part but it will give her a good taste of life in the movie business. Lourdes has made it clear she wants some kind of career in the entertainment industry and her mum is more than happy to help,” the Daily star quoted a source as telling the Sun newspaper.

“She”s already an incredible dancer thanks to years of classes and she”s also been having singing training,” added the source.

Earlier, Madonna had banned Lourdes from appearing in a Harry Potter movie after she was offered a role as a Hogwarts student by movie bosses. (ANI)

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Coming soon: Harry Potter theme park

September 17, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

London, Sep 16 (ANI): Harry Potter fans can soon experience the thrills of the adventures of the hugely popular boy wizard, for a new theme park based on the hit franchise is set to open next year.

The theme park, called ‘The Wizarding Worlds of Harry Potter’, is set to open in spring 2010 at Universal Studios, the Orlando resort has announced.he park is being developed in coordination with J.K. Rowling, the author of the immensely successful books, which have been adapted into films.

Recreating the fabled Hogwarts school that Potter and his friends attend, as well as the nearby village of Hogsmeade, the theme park promises a “completely immersive environment” for visitors.

“All of the action and adventures of Harry Potter’s world will come to life here at Universal Orlando Resort,” the Telegraph quoted Tom Williams, chairman and CEO of Universal Parks and Resorts, as saying.

“The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be unlike any other experience on earth,” he added.

In fact, visitors at a replica of the Three Broomsticks, one of Hogsmeade’s popular pubs, will be treated to traditional British fare and have the chance to sip on Butterbeer – Potter’s tipple of choice.

The park will also feature theme rides, including the ‘Flight of the Hippogriff’, which will simulate a training flight on the magical, quick-to-offend creature.

Those who lobed the fast-paced wizard sport Quidditch, will also have a chance to participate in a simulated Triwizard Tournament, as well as examine Quidditch equipment and even the elusive Golden Snitch at several Hogsmeade shops.

“Harry Potter continues to spark the imaginations of fans of all ages and we really have seen the anticipation continue to build for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter,” said Brad Globe, president of Warner Bros. Consumer Products. (ANI)

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Daniel Radcliffe plans to direct gangster flick?

August 21, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

London, Aug 21 (ANI): Actor Daniel Radcliffe is planning to helm a gangster film, sources say.

The Harry Potter star has reportedly been reading scripts and plans to start off once he finishes shooting for the last Hogwarts film, Deathly Hallows.

“Daniel’s been looking at lots of scripts trying to decide what he’d like to direct. But he’s now focusing on a story about a London gangster,” the Sun quoted a source as saying.

The insider added: “Daniel wants to challenge people’s preconceptions of him.” (ANI)

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Daniel Radcliffe ‘eyes director seat’

July 29, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

London, July 28 (ANI): ‘Harry Potter’ actor Daniel Radcliffe is reportedly considering a career swap and planning to get behind the camera.

The 20-year-old, who has already spent his last 10 years playing the lead role in the hit wizard films, allegedly wants to grab the director seat once the filming of the series comes to an end.

He was said to have even received advise from producer David Barron.

“Daniel has told friends he is looking for a project to direct when he finally waves goodbye to Hogwarts,” The Sun quoted a source as saying.

“He has been approached by a number of producers.

“He wants to direct something gritty and hard-hitting. David has been giving him guidance on how to reach his goal,” the source added. (ANI)

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New flick may make ‘Harry Potter’ one of the most successful franchises

July 8, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

London, July 8 (ANI): The latest instalment in the Harry Potter film could help make the franchise as one of the most successful franchises of all time, owing to the huge merchandising that comes with it.

The first five Harry Potter movies have been a massive source of revenue and profit for Warner Bros.

The franchise has earned a whopping 4.5 billion dollars, an average of 897 million dollars, at the box office alone, making it the most successful film franchise of all time, behind James Bond

And it is believed that the release of the new film, ‘Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince’, could push the Bond franchise back into second place.

In addition, it has earned 2.7 billion dollars from DVD sales, which makes for 211 million units, reports the Telegraph.

Video games have sold 1 billion dollars, more than 40 million units, while Warner Bros also makes hundreds of millions of dollars from merchandise and other sales such as downloads on iTunes.

After the DVD released of the ‘Half-Blood Prince’ later this year, a Lego video game based on Harry, Ron and Hermione’s first four years at Hogwarts, is due in 2010.

A theme park ‘The Wizarding World of Harry Potter’ is due to open in Orlando, Florida in spring 2010.

There is also the inevitable toy and clothing ranges which produce products such as interactive wands, Harry Potter-style glasses, Gryffindor scarves and a raft of action figures.

Mattel are set to release a new version of their popular ‘Scene It?’ interactive boardgames.

Harry Potter lovers can also expect top trumps, sticker albums and costumes. (ANI)

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Teen ‘Harry Potter’ actor arrested for marijuana production at home

April 8, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

London, Apr 8 (ANI): A teenage actor, who has appeared in all of the six Harry Potter films, has been arrested for growing a 2,000 pounds worth cannabis plantation in his bedroom.

A tip-off made drug squad officers to grab hold of Jamie Waylett, famed as bullying Hogwarts School pupil Vincent Crabbe in the wizard movies.

After stopping him and a friend in an Audi car, the police discovered eight bags of pot inside the vehicle.

Both boys were held at the scene on suspicion of drug possession.
The cops later raided his home-where he lives with his mum Theresa, two brothers and a sister-and seized ten mature cannabis plants valued at about 2,000 pounds, which were

The plants were growing under powerful hydroponic lights beside the actor’s DJ decks and a PlayStation.

Waylett was then arrested on suspicion of production of a Class B drug.

“It was a pretty significant find. We are concerned the drugs in the car were all bagged up and ready to go,” the Sun quoted a police source as saying.

The source added: “Work now needs to be done to establish how far down the line we are towards dealing.”

Waylett, who was earlier accused of snorting cocaine in 2006, refused to comment on the issue.

Scotland Yard has confirmed the two arrests.

A spokesman said: “Both men have been bailed until July pending further inquiries and tests on the substances.”

The maximum jail term for cannabis production is 14 years. For possession, it is a five-year stretch.

Waylett, a pal of fellow Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, will be seen in the latest Harry Potter instalment- ‘Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince’ – which is out in July. (ANI)

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