Emma Watson was initially considered for the lead role of Mia in the acclaimed 2016 musical “La La Land.” However, she declined the part due to scheduling conflicts with her commitment to portray Belle in Disney’s live-action adaptation of “Beauty and the Beast.” In a 2017 interview with SiriusXM’s Town Hall, Watson elaborated on her decision, stating that “Beauty and the Beast” required extensive preparation, including horse training, dancing, and three months of singing practice, all of which necessitated her presence in London. Consequently, she couldn’t accommodate “La La Land” within her schedule. Watson emphasized that her association with “La La Land” was one of those situations where names become…

Rupert Grint, the actor famous for playing Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter franchise, has been ordered to pay a substantial tax bill of £1.8 million (approximately $2.3 million) after a protracted legal dispute with the UK tax authorities, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). The case centers on how Grint classified his earnings from residuals tied to the Harry Potter films, which generated income from DVD sales, television syndication, and streaming rights. The UK tax authorities contended that Grint incorrectly labeled the income as capital, which is taxed at a lower rate, instead of classifying it as regular income, which would attract a higher tax rate. Grint’s tax troubles began…