VIDEO: Daniel Radcliffe casts his magic spell over devout fans

Smoke, mirrors, and just a few PR spells are always central in the quest to make a film star.

But last night one of the best known modern day actors gave an A-list performance in how to ensure the most important part of real movie magic: Making a genuine connection with your fans.

At the Irish premiere of What If... in Dublin’s Cineworld, Daniel Radcliffe — who shot to fame as Harry Potter in the series of films — showed that despite 14 years of fame, he is as keen as ever to keep in touch with those who helped make his success.