Harry Potter's First Kiss - NG 30 Times
(August 24th, 2006)
Source: World Journal

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe took thirty takes to get his first screen kiss right. The 17-year-old actor had his first kiss with Cho Chang, played by 18-year-old Katie Leung, in the latest film Order Of The Phoenix.

Daniel said: "We probably got it on the 30th take. My god it was fun. Me and Katie - we were awkward and nervous at first but once we got it, it was fine."

And the wizard's leading lady had a good time as well.

Katie said: "Daniel is a good kisser. I really enjoyed it. He's energetic and makes you feel relaxed.

"He talks all the time and tells you not to be nervous. It's great working with him."

The teenagers attracted a big audience while they smooched. Producer David Yates said: "The crew gathered round the monitor the day we shot the kiss.

"We did many, many takes and it's very tender and loving, as the first kiss should be."

The film, the fifth in the Harry Potter series, will be released next July.

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