India, May 28 -- After an intense casting journey involving over 30,000 young actors, the search for the next generation of Hogwarts students is finally over for the Harry Potter series. Most notably, we now know who will step into the beloved role of Ron Weasley along with Harry Potter and Hermione.

Alastair Stout has been appointed as the new Ron in HBO's upcoming television series. Before winning the role in the series, he was almost an unknown figure. His previous credited appearances include only an advert forAlbert Bartlett potatoes, which was entitled Roll on Jersey Royal Season. Stout played the "son at dinner," as reported by The Scotsman.

According to J.K. Rowling's novels and the Harry Potter movies, Ron is one of Harry Potte...