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FEBRUARY 7, 2005 at 11:56 PM
Posted by CHEESER
Source: Various
The Ron Weasley actor told French magazine One he has little desire to couple with Hermione Granger in upcoming Harry Potter movies.
"Everyone expects that Ron and Hermione will go out," said Rupert Grint, "but I don't think that would be an effective finish. I must say that this idea doesn't delight me... At the moment, I have no desire to play the romantic scenes. I already had a lot of trouble with certain scenes in Prisoner of Azkaban in which I had to hold Emma's hand, then be embarrassed."
Scans of the article, courtesy Le Coin Ensorcelé de Harry Potter
Grint also discussed what he'd like to do outside of acting, how similar he and Ron are when it comes to finishing homework, and whether or not he'll be sticking around for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. A full translation can be seen on Veritaserum.
Rupert was also snapped by photographers outside a recent filming of British television show An Audience with Al Murray, for which several Weasley family members apparently appeared:
) and Rex FeaturesThanks to RupertGrint.net and Emma-Watson.net.
Finally, rounding out Rupert news, the actor is in negotiations to star in a new film, Driving Lessons, according to the Rod Hall Agency Ltd. and Actual Management. Veritaserum got confirmation from a representative, who said: "It is the early days but I can confirm we are in negotiations for Rupert to star in the movie, due to shoot later this year."
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Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1701
bubblenut21 says:
Well I personally wouldn't like to see a Ron/Hermione relationship form. But that is just my opinion. I just hope he stays for the rest of the movies! He is a great Ron, and things wouldn't be the same!
*bubblenut21*
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 8:43 AM EST
Harry's Mental Advisor
Points: 19432
Smileyradcliffe says:
Rupert is almost 17 and still scared of girls? poor poor boy. i guess it would be hard to to it for the frist time. i mean i just wonder what dan thought about holding her hand, b/c they held hands alot in poa. Rupert, grow up alittle and get on with it. he also is the best one for ron.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 8:47 AM EST
Prof. of Muggle Studies
Points: 4241
Elishka says:
I think I can understand why Rupert Grint might not like to play Ron Weasley for the rest of his life. It's a sidekick role, after all. But I think he'd not be wise to leave the series of films at this stage. The trio are quite popular and people would really notice if someone else were playing the part of Ron. Maybe all of this talk of perhaps not being in OotP is just a way of helping his managers to negotiate his salary for that film. After all, if there is enough uproar about Rupert leaving, there is a better chance that they'll pay more to him for being in the film. And I don't blame Rupert one bit!!!
I also don't blame him for not wanting to play any romantic scenes. With as much grief that was given to Emma Watson just for being seen holding Dan Radcliffe's hand in a photo, I should think Rupert Grint would want to avoid being hit by the same mud-slinging, jealous fans.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 8:52 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2976
Apollyon Pringle says:
Haha, I love that he's a bit lazy! Describes that he's a real teenager. And especially that he was simply too lazy to go get his hair cut and wasn't just following a trend. I really hope he keeps playing Ron.. but it would be really neat to see him play a different role.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 9:15 AM EST
Witch
Points: 508
SiriusAboutHp says:
I love the interview. And those pictures in the magazine are great. So are the other pictures. I really want him to stay on in Ootp. As well as the other movies.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 9:35 AM EST
Ron's Love Advisor
Points: 5933
~Sarah~ says:
I love his noew hair, but he always said he was a huge fan of hte Harry Potter books. And when I heard he was a huge fan I guess I assumed he read the books. I glad he's going to do another movie outside Harry Potter it will be interesting to see.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 9:37 AM EST
Wizengamot Member
Points: 3231
Jencameby says:
The whole cast should stay to finsh out the series. It's funny he doesn't want Ron and Hermione to get togather, I wonder if JKR will take that into consideration. I'm looking forward to seeing him outside HP series. Great Pics.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 9:38 AM EST
Points: 15101
xeon says:
I hope that he comes back for Order of the Phoenix, i hope everyone comes back, it just wouldnt be the same, not at all nope...
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 9:38 AM EST
Legilimens
Points: 3016
Extendable Ears says:
This bit of the article made me laugh...
For quite a while, you've had longer hair than usual. What motivated you to change your look?
Nothing at all; it's just my natural laziness! [laughs] After Prisoner of Azkaban shooting, I was simply too lazy to go to the hairdresser. When the producers saw my new cut, they demanded that I keep it for Goblet of Fire. They thought that it was similar to Ron's personality. This decision is fine with me, since I never was fond of cutting my hair!
There's also a part where you he talks about how he hasn't finished the fifth book yet! Everyone should read it - Rupert is quite a funny guy.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 9:40 AM EST
Headless Hunt Captain
Points: 2887
Dark_Wizard_Chaser says:
Rupert not being in OOTP? Now there's something I would extremely protest against. They can't change the characters now!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 9:48 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 864
emmasboy4ever says:
I hope he stays for the next movie.i am sue he will..well he romantic scenes are ok with it ..i know thst it DOESN'T meane anything..Emma Rocks.!..:)
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 9:50 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 17
elvengirl9 says:
I suppose that's one reason why I'd never be an actress- I could never handle the romance scenes. As for holding someone's hand and being embarrassed... I'd probably be embarrassed anyway, I can definitely relate with Rupert's uncomfortableness. That's too bad about him being uncomfortable, though we don't really know what will happen until the sixth book comes out...
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 9:54 AM EST
Witch
Points: 606
PolarisPrewett says:
I do hope he sticks around. He's good at it and he seems just awkward enough to be plausible around Hermione.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 10:09 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 405
DracoLover says:
This interview makes me laugh. He's lazy and doesn't want Ron and Hermione to get together in the off chance he would have to play the part of Ron. And he didn't even read all of the books. Oh RupertGrint! You make me laugh!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 10:21 AM EST
Witch
Points: 734
SiriuslyWarped says:
Cute interview. But they are all making me nervous by not stating for certain whether the main actors are going to be filming OotP, it's set to start shooting in less than a year, so usually everyone would have already been contracted by now. Very strange, but I am preparing myself for the possibility that we might have a very different trio in the last three movies, though I very seriously hope not!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 10:30 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 66
lonestar says:
Ok if Rupert dosent stay to be Ron in Order I will be soo mad I cant even explain it...ERR...I love him so much as Ron and I cant see anyone elce being Ron. Sometimes I mix them up! gr...moo...
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 10:54 AM EST
Student
Points: 217
Wondrous Wing says:
Rupert has to play OotP because he's great in playing Ron! And I (personally :P) would like to see Ron and Hermione get together.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 10:55 AM EST
Crookshanks Caretaker
Points: 3837
hermionefan1 says:
Love the new photos and article. I seriously hope he stays for OoTP, if he doesn't its gonna change everything. The series won't be the same without him in it!!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 10:56 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 439
mrs_r.weasley says:
I couldn't imagine watching a new HP film without Rupert playing Ron! I really hope he stays. Cool pictures though!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 10:57 AM EST
Witch
Points: 809
~Hermione <3's Ron~ says:
I LOVE RUPERT GRINT! Hopefully he will stay around for the fifth harry potter movie, and that sucks that he's shy when it comes to girls! I would love Ron and Hermione to get together so that i could se ehim and Emma Watson kiss! He must be a GREAT kisser!
mwa!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 10:58 AM EST
Witch
Points: 913
Molly the Destroyer says:
Aw, Rupert seems like such a cool person. No one could play Ron better than him, I just can't imagine that.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 10:59 AM EST
Vader's Veela
Points: 3858
seekerfan says:
Nice article. Rupert is the only Ron. He has to be in OoTP. I liked the scenes with Ron & Hermione. I thought he did them very well.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 11:02 AM EST
Witch
Points: 756
MeerzBeerz says:
So he might stay then, goody ho! I have to say i will be quite disappointed if he isnt, but hten again, he has his life to lead. I love the pics. Very nice.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 11:02 AM EST
Forgetful Werewolf
Points: 14831
Patronus_Potter says:
Nice pictures, he seems like a really cool bloke :)
I really hope that he stays on, he plays Ron very well! Even though the character has been reduced to the comic relief by the scriptwriter.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 11:07 AM EST
Animagus
Points: 19544
Sirius-Ella says:
:-|
I'm very disappointed with this artical.. Rupert seems whiney or something.. he should be sooo happy and grateful of what job he has..
"I already had a lot of trouble with certain scenes in Prisoner of Azkaban in which I had to hold Emma's hand, then be embarrassed."
I think someone should go knock some sense into him for being so picky.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 11:09 AM EST
The Last Herald-Mage
Points: 2621
darrrrkwind says:
Interesting interview. I'm glad they translated it for the non-French speakers. I can't believe that Rupert hasn't finished reading OotP! That's really pretty crazy since it's been almost two years since it came out. It's also surprising that he has no desire to play the Ron/Hermione romance. I would think most boys his age would kill to even be in a scene with Emma Watson, but I guess he is the exception. It is so difficult to understand how the male mind works, anyway. :-P At least for us girls.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 11:09 AM EST
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