Karan Johar Reflects on the Nostalgia of 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'

Filmmaker Karan Johar expresses his admiration for Meryl Streep and reflects on the sequel to 'The Devil Wears Prada'. He discusses the nostalgia tied to the original film while highlighting the contemporary issues addressed in the sequel, such as the decline of print journalism. Johar's insights into the characters and their evolution provide a glimpse into the film's themes, making it a must-watch for fans. With Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway reprising their roles, the sequel promises to blend engaging drama with modern challenges. Discover more about Karan's thoughts and the film's premiere.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 2, 2026, 13:33 IST

Karan Johar's Take on the Sequel

Filmmaker Karan Johar, a long-time fan of Meryl Streep, has shared his thoughts on the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada. He reminisced about the original film, which holds personal significance for him, while noting that the new film addresses modern-day issues, particularly the decline of print journalism in the digital age. Karan attended a screening of the sequel, which features Anne Hathaway alongside Streep, and shared a promotional image for the upcoming release, emphasizing the power of nostalgia.

Karan Johar's Enthusiastic Review

On Instagram, he expressed, “Nostalgia is a potent force…. It keeps the present filled with hope… my memories of watching #devilwearsprada are forever etched in my heart… I left the screening even more captivated by Meryl Streep (if that was even possible) and gained a deeper understanding of Miranda Priestly's ambitions... despite her demanding nature and often critical demeanor.”

Karan shared his reflections on Miranda Priestly's pursuit of excellence, stating, “I thought about how it would feel to revisit Andy, Nigel, Emily, and Miranda…. I won’t compare the two films since the original carries a significant weight of nostalgia….”

Regarding the sequel, he noted: “This new installment reflects our current times, highlighting the unfortunate decline of serious journalism…” He concluded his thoughts on the characters by saying: “Miranda seems more vulnerable, Andy is more optimistic… Nigel is friendlier, and Emily is simply delightful! I enjoyed my popcorn and settled into my vibrant seat, reminiscing about my 33-year-old self who believed that visions cannot be substituted by mere vendors!!! That’s all…”

Details on The Devil Wears Prada 2

Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway reprise their iconic roles as Miranda Priestly and Andrea Sachs in the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada. After two decades, these beloved characters return with renewed energy, facing fresh challenges, engaging drama, and, of course, evolved fashion.

David Frankel's 2006 comedy-drama The Devil Wears Prada follows Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway), a young journalist who lands a job at a prestigious fashion magazine. However, working under the formidable editor Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) turns her life and wardrobe upside down.

The film won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Comedy or Musical and received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Actress and the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role.

The Devil Wears Prada 2 premiered in theaters worldwide on May 1.