London, July 28 - Daniel Radcliffe has achieved superstardom by starring in the popular 'Harry Potter' franchise. Now he wants a career as a film director.

Thesun.co.uk reports that Radcliffe even helped direct a scene from one of the Potter films. The scene was shot in the Dartford Tunnel recently.

'Daniel has told friends he is looking for a project to direct when he finally waves goodbye to Hogwarts. He has been approached by a number of producers. He wants to direct something gritty and hard-hitting. David (director David Yates) has been giving him guidance on how to reach his goal,' said a source.