In a dramatic turn of events that has rocked the entertainment industry, J.K. Rowling has officially withdrawn a staggering $150 million in funding from HBO after director Mark Mylod refused to recast the controversial “Black Snape” character in the upcoming Harry Potter reboot.

According to multiple insider sources, Rowling had been growing increasingly frustrated with the studio’s push for what she reportedly described as “agenda-driven casting.” The final straw came when Mylod refused to back down from his decision to cast Paapa Essiedu as Professor Severus Snape — a choice that had already drawn heated backlash from Rowling’s loyal fanbase and conservative commentators online.

Witnesses close to the situation say Rowling confronted Mylod directly and, in a calm but icy tone, delivered five chilling words: “You’ve made your choice. Goodbye.”

Within 24 hours, her legal team confirmed the complete withdrawal of her financial support — money that had been earmarked for production costs, international marketing, and special effects development.

The fallout was immediate. Insiders say panic has gripped the HBO production team, with high-level executives scrambling to salvage what remains of the ambitious multi-part film project. Some anonymous sources even claim several department heads have privately admitted, “We’ll regret this for the rest of our lives.”

Online reactions have been explosive. While some applaud Rowling’s stance on preserving the integrity of her original characters, others accuse her of blatant racial bias and creative obstruction.

As of now, HBO has not issued an official statement, and it remains unclear whether the project will continue without Rowling’s support — or if it has been fatally wounded.

What’s certain is this: the magic of Harry Potter just collided with the cold reality of Hollywood power struggles — and the spell has been broken.