India, Feb. 19 -- The announcement of the HBO show on Harry Potter has met with divisive reactions. The fans of the books are looking forward to a new adaptation that may be more faithful to the source material, while others are wondering if there was a need for a new adaptation less than 15 years after the films ended. The new lead cast has also elicited some interesting reactions.

Now, Daniel Radcliffe, who made a name for himself as Harry Potter in the eight-film series, has backed young Dominic McLaughlin to not just excel in the role, but be better than him. The actor said he believes the new lead will surpass his own performance in the iconic role.

During a YouTube segment, Daniel was asked about the new adaptation of JK Rowling's...