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Time of India
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ralph Fiennes shares hilarious fashion advice for whoever plays Voldemort in Harry Potter TV series
Actor and film producer Ralph Fiennes shared fashion advice for whoever plays Voldemort in the Harry Potter TV series Actor and film producer Ralph Fiennes shared fashion advice for whoever plays Voldemort in the Harry Potter TV series, reported People. "Make sure you can handle the long, flowing robes, and don't trip over them," Fiennes advised during an interview, adding, "Practice your long, flowing robe walk." Fiennes also shared a fun fact about a part of his Voldemort garb he had changed throughout the film series. The actor, fresh off an Academy Awards campaign for Conclave and next starring in '28 Years Later', said he had some notes for the wardrobe department regarding his tights, as per the outlet. Fiennes played Voldemort for five Harry Potter films, making his debut in 2005's Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. The actor went on to play the villain for the remainder of the film series, which ended in 2011 with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2. He also returned alongside many of his fellow cast members, including Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter), Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) and Emma Watson (Hermione Granger), for a TV special in 2002 marking the 20th anniversary of the Harry Potter movies, reported People. Fiennes has said he would "of course" reprise his role as Voldemort if asked, but more recently gave his approval for Cillian Murphy taking over the part, calling him a "wonderful suggestion," as per the outlet. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Pedí hoy tu kit de alarmas Verisure con 30% OFF, ¡solo por esta semana! Alarmas Verisure Ver oferta Undo Though who will play Voldemort in HBO's upcoming TV adaptation of JK Rowling's book series has yet to be announced, the actors starring as the main trio have already been confirmed. Harry, Ron and Hermione will be played by Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout and Arabella Stanton, respectively, reported People.
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Ralph Fiennes warns new Voldemort in Harry Potter TV series of danger
After playing the role of Voldemort for five films between 2005 and 2011, Ralph Fiennes is bound to have some valuable advice for whoever plays the 'Dark Lord' in the upcoming Harry Potter TV adaptation. Fresh off of the success of Conclave, the three-time Oscar-nominated actor is receiving high praise for his latest film 28 Years Later. But it is his previous turn as He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named in the film adaptations of JK Rowling's book series that is drawing particular attention. So far, HBO's TV reboot of Harry Potter has confirmed some of the biggest names in Hollywood – including the likes of John Lithgow, Paapa Essiedu, Janet McTeer, and Nick Frost. Meanwhile, newcomers Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout will be playing Harry, Hermione, and Ron, respectively. But while the role of Voldemort has not yet been cast, Fiennes still has some words of wisdom for whoever chooses to play him. During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, the 62-year-old said: 'Make sure you can handle the long, flowing robes, and don't trip over them. Practice your long, flowing robe walk.' Fiennes went on to explain how his tights, which were one piece that had a gusset, 'kept getting lower and lower throughout the shooting day and became uncomfortable'. He then said he requested 'individual tights like a garter belt' so that he could tease the stunt guys 'by lifting up my robes and showing them my garter belt'. Our TV reporter Milo Pope shares his thoughts on some of the names rumoured for the part of Voldemort… It has now been two years since HBO announced it was rebooting Harry Potter in the form of a TV series, but the wave of public opinion against it in the wake of JK Rowling's offensive comments on trans people has not weakened in the slightest. The decision is clear for any actor who decides to take part – you are going to receive backlash. Even the most loyal Harry Potter fans in the world are revealing that they are going to boycott this series. It's inescapabale. For that reason alone, to take such a high-profile role such as Voldemort, it is a poisoned chalice. But beyond that, to try and fill the shoes of Ralph Fiennes who was iconic as He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, it becomes an even more difficult task. If HBO manage to land two high-calibre actors such as Cillian Murphy or Tom Hiddleston, it could massively help the PR behind the show. But in my mind, I'm not sure either of those are willing to risk their name. Fiennes played Voldemort for five Harry Potter films, making his debut in 2005's Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. The actor went on to play the villain for the rest of the film series, which ended in 2011 with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2. Fiennes was previously asked to address speculation over whether Cillian Murphy would take over the role during an interview on Watch What Happens Live. He said: 'Cillian is a fantastic actor. That's a wonderful suggestion. I would be all in favor of Cillian. Yeah.' More Trending Despite his blessing, British actor Tom Hiddleston is said to be the leading contender for the spot. This comes after fans recently spotted a major problem following the casting of Bel Powley and Daniel Rigby who are playing Harry's aunt and uncle, Petunia and Vernon Dursley. A number of people online thought that the pair were too young to play the Harry's last living relatives. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. View More » MORE: Sir Stephen Fry turns on JK Rowling and claims she's been 'radicalised' MORE: Jodie Comer talks through her character's agonising journey in unseen 28 Years Later clip MORE: Harry Potter star's new TV show with trans icon is coming out imminently
Express Tribune
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Ralph Fiennes has one key tip for HBO's next Voldemort
As excitement builds around HBO's upcoming Harry Potter TV series, original Voldemort actor Ralph Fiennes has weighed in with a bit of unconventional and hilarious advice for whoever ends up taking over the iconic role. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight while promoting 28 Years Later alongside co-star Jodie Comer, Fiennes was asked what guidance he'd offer to the next actor brave enough to portray the dark wizard. 'Make sure you can handle the long, flowing robes, and don't trip over them,' Fiennes said with a laugh. 'Practice your long, flowing robe walk.' Reflecting on the behind-the-scenes realities of playing the role from 2005 to 2011, Fiennes revealed a lesser-known costume issue he faced while filming the original Harry Potter film series. The tights, originally part of a one-piece costume, proved more trouble than they were worth. 'They had a gusset that kept getting lower and lower throughout the day, it became really uncomfortable,' he shared. Eventually, he requested a change: 'I then asked for individual tights, like a garter belt,' he said, adding with a grin, 'So I enjoyed teasing the stunt guys by lifting up my robes and showing them my garter belt.' HBO's reboot, which aims to closely follow J.K. Rowling's beloved books, is slated to arrive in late 2026 or early 2027, according to HBO and Max Content CEO Casey Bloys. While casting for the role of Voldemort remains under wraps, fans are already speculating about who might step into Fiennes' shoes.
RTÉ News
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Ralph Fiennes felt 'flattered' when he learned Pope Leo XIV had watched Conclave
Conclave actor Ralph Fiennes said he felt "flattered" when he learned the new Pope had watched the Oscar-winning film that sees his character arrange a papal gathering to elect the next head of the Catholic Church. Pope Leo XIV made history as the Church's first American pontiff when he was elected leader in early May, following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday. The Pope's older brother, John Prevost, told NBC News that the former cardinal watched the movie before voting in the conclave began – so he would know "how to behave". In an appearance on The One Show, Fiennes was asked about the film and whether he felt surprised at the news Pope Leo XIV had watched the movie. "Didn't his brother suggest he watch it, so he could learn how a Conclave went or something? And I was of course flattered," he told the show. Asked what he said to his brother before the conclave, Mr Prevost told NBC News in May: "I said: 'Are you ready for this? Did you watch the movie Conclave, so you know how to behave?'" "And he had just finished watching the movie Conclave, so he knew how to behave," he said with a laugh. Fiennes, 62, played Cardinal Lawrence in the film, also starring Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow and Isabella Rossellini, that was adapted from Robert Harris's novel of the same name. He was nominated for leading actor gongs at the Oscars and Baftas earlier in the year, but missed out both times to Adrien Brody – who won for his role playing Laszlo Toth in historical epic The Brutalist. Overall, however, the film performed well during awards season and won the adapted screenplay Oscar and four Baftas for best film, adapted screenplay, editing and outstanding British film. Fiennes, also known for playing Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter film series, appeared on the show to discuss Theatre Royal Bath's new staging of William Shakespeare play As You Like It, which he is directing. He said: "I've done a lot of serious Shakespeare tragedies and histories with a lot of blood and gore and angst, and I just felt compelled by As You Like It. "It's a wonderful play of spontaneous young love. And I've not been in it, so I have no baggage about having been in it. "I've seen it before, and it's something about young love, young people transformed by love, by desire, in the context of a forest where, like in A Midsummer Night's Dream, their personalities, who they are, their sense of themselves, is changed by love and by nature."
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
28 Years Later star Ralph Fiennes on why his character may surprise fans
28 Years Later star Ralph Fiennes has revealed why his savage-looking character isn't what you'd expect. Sitting on The One Show sofa on Monday, June 2 alongside singer Russell Watson, Fiennes happily divulged some details about his on-screen alter ego Dr. Kelson, who's smeared in blood and muck across the majority of the upcoming horror sequel's promotional material. "I may look a bit scary but I'm actually a humanist," he told presenters Roman Kemp and Alex Jones. Contextualising all we've seen from 28 Years Later so far via trailers and photos, the Conclave and Harry Potter actor began: "People who've seen the earlier films, 28 Days Later/28 Weeks Later, will know that this country has been hit by a disease and people are infected by Rage, and there are one or two survivors. "I'm a survivor. I may look a bit scary but I'm actually a humanist - I'm a doctor in fact." Read more: Where was 28 Years Later filmed? Key locations revealed Ralph Fiennes calls for theatre trigger warnings to be scrapped What happened in 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later? Full recap ahead of sequel The chatshow guest went on to share another quite surprising component of the movie. "It's very scary and there are very scary elements as you would expect, but actually at its heart is a family story. The central dynamic is between a mother and son, and I end up attempting to help them." Fiennes was also keen to wax lyrical about returning filmmaker Danny Boyle, who teamed up with 28 Days Later screenwriter Alex Garland for the project. "He's incredibly positive and he brings out, not just of the actors but of the crew, a real willingness and a joy about being there, and his own excitement is very infectious," said the 62-year-old. As the title suggests, the latest instalment in this post-apocalyptic franchise finds Britain almost three decades down the road since the simian-originated Rage virus turned huge swathes of the population into murderous 'infected'. One group of survivors now lives on Holy Island, which is connected to the mainland by a heavily guarded causeway. "When a father and his son leave the island on a mission into the dark heart of the mainland, they discover the secrets, wonders and horrors of the outside world," teases a synopsis. Co-starring is Jodie Comer as an amnesiac mum and wife named Isla, Aaron Taylor-Johnson as her scavenger husband Jamie, Alfie Williams as their son Spike, Jack O'Connell as cult leader Sir Jimmy Crystal, Erin Kellyman as Jimmy Ink, and Edvin Ryding as Swedish soldier Erik Sundqvist. 28 Years Later hits cinemas on Friday, June 20, while you can watch The One Show via BBC One and BBC iPlayer on weekdays from 7pm.
