Potterheads not happy with Johnny Depp's casting in 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Thems' sequel

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London: Looks like recent domestic abuse allegations against Hollywood actor Johnny Depp are not cooling off any time soon.

The 53-year-old actor has received tons of backlash on social media for his recent casting in the sequel to JK Rowling`s `Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them` for a secretive role, reports the Daily Mail.

Heard filed for divorce from Depp in May when she appeared in a Los Angeles court with a bruised face. She sought a temporary restraining order against the `Pirates of the Caribbean` star whom she accused of abuse.While many Potterheads did not appreciate the decision, several fans took to social media to personally message the movie franchise`s official account as well as JK Rowling to express their distaste.

One user named @wednesdaydreams wrote, "hello @jk_rowling @FantasticBeasts the Harry Potter universe is all about being against the abuse of power and yet you cast a known abuser?"

Another microblogger @annalikestweets wrote, "hey @jk_rowling many harry potter fans are survivors, and this hurts them so much!"

Some pointed out the double standards in showbiz and complained about the actor continuing on with a successful career.

"Winona Ryder stole something once and her career plummeted. Johnny Depp abused his wife & he continues to get roles. i love double standards," one user wrote sarcastically.

Depp, who will appear in a cameo in the first film, reportedly will have a bigger role alongside British star Eddie Redmayne in the sequel in 2018.