ENTERTAINMENT

JK Rowling associated with 'HP' series

By Isha Sharma

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Intro

HBO Max has confirmed that it'll be going ahead with a new 'Harry Potter' series. Makers have also clarified whether controversial series creator JK Rowling will be a part of it.

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Context

The 'Harry Potter' book series (seven books) and the film franchise (eight movies) have a massive global fanbase and the upcoming series has a towering legacy to match.

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HBO's stance

HBO and Max Content's CEO Casey Bloys, when asked whether Rowling will be involved despite her transphobic comments, said, "I don't have a comment on that."

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Executive producer

Bloys later added that Rowling will executive produce the upcoming 'Harry Potter' TV series and her "insights" are going to be helpful.

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The series

The new series will be a "faithful adaptation" of the books and feature a completely new cast ensemble. It's unclear whether the original cast will appear for special appearances.

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