Emma Watson: Functioning In The Real World Has Been A 'Challenge'

Emma Watson has revealed that she foundfunctioning in the real world a "challenge" after the Harry Potter franchise came to an end last year.

The actress, who played Hermione Granger since she was nine, revealed that she's found it difficult to adjust to life outside the films.

Talking to The Independent, the actress, who - like her co-star Daniel Radcliffe is taking on different roles - admitted:

"Doing the Potters was such a bubble and then having to figure out how to function in the real world has been a challenge.

"But it's been the small successes for me: I know how to use a washing machine, I can cook. It's worth it to me not to feel disconnected from everything, feeling like I'm in touch with people who do other things than acting or being in the entertainment industry."

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Despite having found fame at such a young age, Emma insisted that she wouldn't be following in the footsteps of fellow child star Lindsay Lohan because she has a healthy balance of her normal life and her famous life.

The 21 year-old added: "I think humour has been a help. I have school friends, a group of people around me, who have carried me through this whole experience and aren't fazed if they ask, 'Oh what are you doing tomorrow?' and I say, 'I'm going up to see Mario (Testino) in Notting Hill, he's shooting me for the new Lancm! e campai gn'."

The 'My Week With Marilyn' star also added: "I don't know - it is mad, and some days I feel a bit mad, but it's the balance that keeps me sane. I don't fully live it, this side of my life."

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