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Ralph Fiennes, the acclaimed British actor known for his chilling portrayal of Lord Voldemort, has stunned fans with a remarkable physical transformation for his upcoming role in The Return. The 62-year-old actor recently earned Oscar and BAFTA nominations for his performance in the political thriller Conclave.
Now, he’s turning heads with a newly sculpted physique, showcased in a photo posted on X (formerly Twitter). The photo, captioned with a shoutout to his personal trainer, hints at the intense physical demands of his role in the film.
The Return, a reimagining of the final chapters of Homer’s Odyssey, sees Fiennes starring alongside Juliette Binoche and Charlie Plummer. The film is slated for release later this month. Fiennes’s dramatic physical change suggests his character, a war hero, endures significant physical and mental challenges throughout his epic journey.
In other news, Fiennes has given his enthusiastic endorsement to Cillian Murphy as a potential successor to the role of Lord Voldemort in the upcoming Harry Potter television reboot. During an appearance on Watch What Happens Live, Fiennes praised Murphy as a “fantastic actor” and expressed his support for the casting suggestion.
The HBO series, set to air next year, promises a fresh perspective on J.K. Rowling’s beloved books.
Several key roles have already been filled, with notable actors like John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, and Paul Whitehouse joining the cast. However, casting for the iconic trio of Harry, Hermione, and Ron remains a closely guarded secret. Showrunner Francesca Gardiner has expressed excitement about the assembled cast.