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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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The Last Herald-Mage
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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
Witch
Points: 532
Ronald_Weasley says:
COOL!!!!!!!
Atlast some news about Rupert...I love him & its good what he said about Ron & Hermione..
I hope he stars in OOTP or I'll never watch HP again(I MEAN IT, ALTHOUGHT ITS GONNA BE HARD..)
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 11:11 AM EST
Witch
Points: 849
Konkskäpp says:
Pictures and interview of Rubert was great.
I hope he play Ron in OoTP and in other two HP-movies.
I not want that someone else take his place.
It is funny, I think, to see him playing some other parts.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 11:22 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2419
Gwenyth says:
I hope Rupert signs on for OotP because it wont be the same without him. Who else is there to play Ron?!?! No one thats who. And what is this rubbish about not wanting Ron and Hermione to get together! I dont think that is up him to decide. He seemed to be wining a bit. It was a little annoying. Cheer up Rupert.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 11:26 AM EST
Professor of Seanology
Points: 5282
Dr. Nicole says:
"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."
Guys he wasn't embarrassed to hold Emma's hand, he had trouble doing it because his character was to be embarassed for holding Hermione's hand. If it ends up being R/Hr, nothing is going to happen until the last of the series come out. I hope Rupert stays on for the remainder of the series as well as everyone else.
~Nicole
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 11:53 AM EST
Witch
Points: 654
Millennia says:
Rupert does play Ron very well. I hope he and the rest of the trio stay for the final three movies! What is with Rupert not wanting to do romantic scenes with Emma...even holding her hand? Is he just painfully shy or is he gay?
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 12:06 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1614
hermy-ninny712 says:
That's good. He shouldn't have to worry about doing any romantic scenes at this point because there has not been anything overtly romantic between them yet...but by the time they get to book 6 or 7, he can start to worry!!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 12:07 PM EST
Points: 651
pattyca says:
Not one of his best pics, he look tired and weird, I think.
I hope he sign for OotP, I want the trio back; don’t care about Tom or the rest just then trio.
I know we have some month before we know if they are coming back or not.
Hope everything work out fine for everyone.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 12:09 PM EST
Student
Points: 240
Dark Forest says:
I'm more worried about if he'll stay in the rest of the movies than him dating Emma Watson.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 12:14 PM EST
You Know Who
Points: 3006
Hurry Patter says:
Come on Rupert. It is not your choice what's going to happen in the story. You are an actor, play the part. Looks like Rupert and doesn't like each other. :) Dan and Rupert will be there for OotP but Emma seems to be a big question mark.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 12:16 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1166
ThelostWeasley13 says:
That would be so cool to see him in another movie other than Harry Potter. He should still stay for all the movies though or I would cry.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 12:19 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 74
Hermione4 says:
I must say that I appreciate a person who doesn't like doing their homework -- especially considering that I'm putting off my own by being on this site:) But I really hope that he stays on for OoTP -- it would be horrible if any of the actors changed!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 12:39 PM EST
Harry's Soul-Mate
Points: 3337
Lea says:
Oh, well, I think he's just a little frustrated for playing a more passive character... (he sounds a little bit ashamed of "being Ron"!...) -he's probably afraid of getting stucked with that label... In my opinion, this is the only reason why he talks about wanting to play Malfoy's part and serial-killers... (...and isn't that what Ron would have said if he was an actor??....-I wonder!;) I think it's just a phase. -he'll grow up. ;)
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 12:51 PM EST
Keeper of the Faeries
Points: 5239
juliebug04 says:
Well, I don't think that films would be the same if they replaced any of the core characters, but that isn't my decision to make. I hope that he is successful, whatever he chooses to do. Rupert has always seemed a little on the shy side to me and it doesn't surprise me at all that he would be uncomfortable filming romantic type scenes. I am glad that he had an article all to himself, too. I think I have seen several with only Dan and only Emma, but very few with only Rupert. I wonder if that is to do with Dan and Emma being so outgoing and Rupert not as talkative during group interviews.... hmmm
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 12:53 PM EST
Witch
Points: 874
Together Forever, H/Hr... says:
Yea I saw those pictures yesterday on Mugglenet.com and Veritaserum.com. I read the transltaion and I thought that it was funny he's only gotten to the third chapter of Order of the Phoenix.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 1:18 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1921
Kirathena says:
This is cool. I like the pictures. He is interesting.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 1:20 PM EST
Brightest Witch
Points: 3111
hermione_rox. says:
It would ba a shame if he wasn't in Ootp.But I mean if Ron and Hermione do get together I think he might leave, but I hope not- he should be more comfortable about it, I mean it is not going to happen for at least a year. A lot of things can happen in a year...
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 1:20 PM EST
Witch
Points: 692
pianogirl101 says:
Rupert, don't go!!! You're so perfect as Ron! I'd be so sad if he left, I really would. I personally think he's been doing a great job.
PG
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 1:31 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 366
GryffindorsBeauty says:
He hasent even finiched it yet!!! hurry up.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 1:33 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 77
Xandlyn says:
Thats really cool. I am assuming he likes a lot of horror movies to want to be a serial killer in one someday. But in the mean time I really hope he conitnues with the rest of the Harry Potter films. It wouldn't be right if he left now. No one would be able to replace him.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 1:42 PM EST
Witch
Points: 707
*HP*4*ever* says:
It was very interesting. I can't believe he hasn't finished OotP yet!!! Rupert is perfect to play Ron - he just has to be in all of the movies, as the whole trio!!!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 1:43 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 55
anarchy_lotty says:
That wouldn't be right if he wasnt in OoTp, he fits ron so well and had been in all the films so far!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 1:43 PM EST
Hogwart's Jedi Princess
Points: 3491
Darth Amanda says:
I would be really mad if he was not in Order of the Phoenix because he makes a really great Ron. It just wouldn't be the same if all of the trio were not there. I think it's funny that he doesn't want to do romantic scenes. Well, duh, he's known Emma Watson so long she is probably like a sister to him!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 2:08 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1369
luv4permboy says:
I totally agree with rupert that it would not be a good ending. I love Rupert so much for being such a down to earth guy and so casual. I totally agree Rupert!!!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 2:20 PM EST
Student
Points: 235
Celedora says:
I'm really glad that he isn't just focusing on Harry Potter. It's good for an actor to be varied. On the Ron-Hermione issue: he's just going to have to get over it. :) It's obvious that they have feelings for each other.
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 2:23 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2856
Oliver Wood is Fit says:
Ah ha, I finally understand why I did French! I could understand the whole thing - sorry but I'm really quite excited about that! I think the R/Hr thing will cetainly carry on in the films though, they've hinted at it so it would be strange to back track. I have to say though, his hair is getting to the grungy stage. It looks better a bit longer but it's going too far now!
Posted Feb 8, 2005 at 2:27 PM EST
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