Published 12:18 IST, June 30th 2020

Anne Hathaway remembers when Hugh Jackman made her believe that hosting Oscars was easy

In a recent appearance for a virtual chat show, Anne Hathaway remembered the time when Hugh Jackman made her believe that hosting Oscars was an easy deal

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Anne Hathaway and Hugh Jackman joined a virtual Les Miserables reunion for a show, which featured actors sharing ir experiences about working with each or in movie. During virtual sit-down, Anne Hathaway jokingly aimed a jibe at Hugh Jackman for making her believe that hosting Oscars would be easy. Speaking about same, Anne Hathaway continued that Hugh did an amazing job and was very chill at rehearsals.

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Hathaway revealed that Hugh just made everything seem like it was so much fun and when Academy approached her to host event, Anne mentioned that her benchmark was Hugh. Anne slammed Hugh for setting her up in jest. Reminiscing time when he met Anne backst before hosting show, Hugh Jackman remarked that Anne was showing her costumes and was having a great time. Speaking about Les Miserables, two stars remembered time when Jackman predicted that Hathaway's portrayal of Fantine would earn her an Oscar. Recalling her time with Jackman on set, Hathaway explained that Hugh was 'charming and unflappable'.

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All about Les Miserables

Starring  Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe and Anne Hathaway in leading roles, Les Misérables is set in 19th-century France and follows story of Jean Valjean, who for decades has been hunted by ruthless policeman Javert after breaking parole. Valjean agrees to care for a factory worker's daughter and his decision changes ir lives forever. Helmed by Tom Hooper, movie also stars Amanda Seyfried, Helena Bonham Carter, and Sacha Baron Cohen in prominent roles. As per box office reports, film grossed over $441 million worldwide.  film won three Golden Globe Awards in  Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Motion Picture Musical or Comedy, and Best Supporting Actress categories. 

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What's next for Anne and Hugh?

As reported by a leading news publication, actor Anne Hathaway is currently being considered to play a leading role in much-acclaimed Broadway play, Rialto Chatter. Reportedly, play aims to hit Broadway in 2021, featuring two plays in one, as makers have decided to put up a Double Feature act. first play will narrate  story of  controversial and abusive working relationship between director Alfred Hitchcock and actor Tippi Hedren, said reports.

Meanwhile Hathaway, who has an Academy Award under her belt, has been approached to portray character of Tippi Hedren, Kit Harington might essay role of Alfred Hitchcock. On or hand, Hugh will be next seen in much-awaited film, Reminiscence, which follows story of a scientist, who discovers a way to relive his past and uses techlogy to search for his long lost love.

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12:18 IST, June 30th 2020