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Karan Johar Receives Fashion Praise from Meryl Streep During Devil Wears Prada 2 Promotions

Karan Johar recently met Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway during the promotional events for The Devil Wears Prada 2. Streep complimented Johar's shoes, leading to a delightful exchange. Johar expressed his admiration for Streep, revealing he has watched the original film over 40 times. He described the experience as overwhelming yet special, highlighting the warmth of both actresses. The sequel promises to bring back familiar faces along with new talent, set to release in theaters on May 1. Read on for more details about this exciting encounter and the upcoming film.
By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 11, 2026, 17:14 IST

Karan Johar's Encounter with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway


Filmmaker Karan Johar recently had the honor of receiving a delightful compliment from the three-time Oscar winner, Meryl Streep. Streep is set to star in The Devil Wears Prada 2, one of the most anticipated films of the year. Johar shared a moment from the film's promotional activities in Tokyo, where he also met Anne Hathaway. Their interaction quickly turned into a fashionable exchange, with Meryl giving a nod to Karan's outfit.


Meryl Streep's Fashion Approval for Karan Johar


A video shared by 20th Century Studios on Instagram captures the trio engaged in conversation. During the chat, Anne playfully inquired if Karan judges people based on their shoes. Without hesitation, he replied, “All the time,” which elicited laughter from Anne. Meryl then took a moment to assess his footwear, declaring, “You have the perfect shoes on today!” Karan was indeed on theme, sporting Prada.



Karan Johar's Reflections on Meeting the Stars


Recently, Karan shared heartfelt photos with Meryl and Anne on Instagram, expressing his admiration for Streep and how her performances have influenced his understanding of acting. He revealed that he has watched The Devil Wears Prada over 40 times and often quotes lines from it in various settings. He admitted that meeting them was a surreal experience, and despite his efforts to remain calm, he felt nervous, stating that his “knees were rattling.” He described both actresses as incredibly warm and welcoming, making the encounter even more memorable. The photo they took together is something he will treasure forever.



Details About The Devil Wears Prada 2


Regarding the film, The Devil Wears Prada 2 reunites the original team, with director David Frankel and writer Aline Brosh McKenna returning. The sequel also introduces a new cast, including Kenneth Branagh, Simone Ashley, Justin Theroux, Lucy Liu, Patrick Brammall, Caleb Hearon, Helen J. Shen, Pauline Chalamet, B. J. Novak, and Conrad Ricamora. Returning cast members Tracie Thoms and Tibor Feldman will reprise their roles as Lily and Irv. The film is set to hit theaters on May 1.