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Michael Gambon passes: Daniel Radcliffe, JK Rowling & others pay tribute to the Harry Potter star
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Michael Gambon passes: Daniel Radcliffe, JK Rowling & others pay tribute to the Harry Potter star

Michael Gambon played iconic roles in films like Harry Potter & The Hobbit Series

Michael Gambon, known for his role as Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter', passes away at 82
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Michael Gambon, known for his role as Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter', passes away at 82

He once acknowledged not having read any of J. K. Rowling’s best-selling books, arguing that it was safer to follow the script rather than be too influenced by the books. That didn't prevent him from embodying the spirit of Professor Dumbledore

Daniel Radcliffe breaks silence on return in Harry Potter series
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Daniel Radcliffe breaks silence on return in Harry Potter series

The actor opened up about whether he thinks his version of the boy who lived will make an appearance in the upcoming Max show that returns to the Wizarding World.

Game of Thrones prequel and Harry Potter series are a go
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Game of Thrones prequel and Harry Potter series are a go

The Harry Potter series is described as a faithful retelling of the books about the boy wizard by J. K Rowling, featuring a new cast.

Explained: How JK Rowling's remarks on the transgender community invited backlash for the author & what she exactly said
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Explained: How JK Rowling's remarks on the transgender community invited backlash for the author & what she exactly said

Back in 2020, a tweet of the author ballooned into something very controversial and she was under the radar of social media users. Here's all that happened

Hogwarts Legacy: This video game on the 'Harry Potter' universe opens to rave reviews despite controversy
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Hogwarts Legacy: This video game on the 'Harry Potter' universe opens to rave reviews despite controversy

The highly anticipated video game "Hogwarts Legacy" was met with largely positive reviews after its release Friday, despite some gameplay quibbles and the controversy that has dogged the Wizarding World's original creator.

To Play, Or Not To Play: How the ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ game has divided JK Rowling fans
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To Play, Or Not To Play: How the ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ game has divided JK Rowling fans

JK Rowling, the author of the famed Harry Potter series, has stirred controversy over her controversial remarks on the transgender community in the past. Now, a game developed to celebrate her wizarding world is facing the heat

Let's-a-go (to Hollywood)! First US 'Super Mario' theme park to open soon
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Let's-a-go (to Hollywood)! First US 'Super Mario' theme park to open soon

Super Nintendo World will be part of Universal Studios Hollywood — an amusement park that is traditionally home to rides based on film and TV franchises from Waterworld to Harry Potter

Good news for Potterheads! Harry Potter reboot on cards: Reports
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Good news for Potterheads! Harry Potter reboot on cards: Reports

According to a recent report, there might be a possibility of a Harry Potter reboot but with Daniel Radcliffe.

Happy Teachers' Day 2022: Taking a look at best mentors in Hindi films
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Happy Teachers' Day 2022: Taking a look at best mentors in Hindi films

On the occasion of Teachers' Day, here are some of the actors who portrayed the character of a teacher with utter perfection.

JK Rowling on skipping the Harry Potter reunion: I didn't want to do it
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JK Rowling on skipping the Harry Potter reunion: I didn't want to do it

Rowling, without mincing words, clarified, "I thought it was about the films more than the book, quite rightly, that was what the anniversary was about."

Harry Potter actor Chris Rankin gets engaged to longtime girlfriend Ness Beecroft, shares post with fans
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Harry Potter actor Chris Rankin gets engaged to longtime girlfriend Ness Beecroft, shares post with fans

"Happy News! I asked @nessa_beecroft if she fancied upgrading to fiancee, and she seemed ok with the idea," Rankin captioned a photo of the couple as Beecroft showed off her engagement ring.

On the Boy Who Lived’s birthday, dive into the Harry Potter craze!
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On the Boy Who Lived’s birthday, dive into the Harry Potter craze!

Potterheads across the world celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday on 31 July. The boy wizard shares his birthday with his creator JK Rowling

Harry Potter and allegations of transphobia: Why Quidditch is now Quadball
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Harry Potter and allegations of transphobia: Why Quidditch is now Quadball

Harry Potter author JK Rowling has long been accused of being transphobic, an allegation she strongly denies. However, to maintain its popularity and reach among a wide array of athletes, including those from trans and non-binary communities, sports leagues have decided to change the name

JK Rowling pranked by Russian comedians impersonating Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy
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JK Rowling pranked by Russian comedians impersonating Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy

JK Rowling's spokesperson slammed Vovan and Lexus, describing the hoax as 'distasteful'. The Harry Potter author was approached to talk about her extensive charitable work in Ukraine, supporting children and families who have been affected by the current conflict in the region

Book review: There is no scope for boredom in Mala Kumar’s new book Up the Mountains of India
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Book review: There is no scope for boredom in Mala Kumar’s new book Up the Mountains of India

Mala Kumar's Up the Mountains of India draws from different fields of knowledge such as geology, history, botany, geometry, meteorology, and more.

What really are the secrets of Dumbledore? Tracing the wizard's onscreen portrayal, from Harry Potter to Fantastic Beasts
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What really are the secrets of Dumbledore? Tracing the wizard's onscreen portrayal, from Harry Potter to Fantastic Beasts

Albus Dumbeldore can be as autocratic as the villains of the Harry Potter saga, the way he judges what is fit for others without taking anyone else into confidence. But we are urged to look away because Dumbledore is the picture of relief.

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore review – Might just be the best film of the spinoff franchise yet
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Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore review – Might just be the best film of the spinoff franchise yet

Jude Law’s Dumbledore meets its match in some measure, in Mads Mikkelsen’s Grindelwald.

Tamil Nadu couple to host wedding reception in Metaverse
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Tamil Nadu couple to host wedding reception in Metaverse

The reception will be held in the dining room of Hogwarts castle where the couple’s avatar will greet the avatars of their loved ones who will be able to log in from across the world

Harry Potter Reunion Special review: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint return home, and so do we
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Harry Potter Reunion Special review: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint return home, and so do we

Just like with home and family, as you grow older, you see the flaws and the terrible political stances and just the cringe photo albums, but you still look forward to visiting home. The Harry Potter reunion special is much like that.