The Devil Wears Prada Sequel: What to Expect from the Star-Studded Cast!
The highly anticipated sequel to The Devil Wears Prada is finally on the horizon, set to premiere on May 1. In a recent discussion, Karan Johar engaged with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, exploring themes of film, fashion, and the evolution of audience engagement. Johar shared his admiration for Streep, recalling how he has referenced the original film countless times. The sequel promises to bring back beloved characters while introducing new faces. Fans are eager to see what unfolds in this exciting continuation of a classic story.
| Apr 15, 2026, 14:44 IST
Exciting News for Fans of The Devil Wears Prada
After a long wait of twenty years, The Devil Wears Prada is gearing up for its much-anticipated sequel, set to premiere on May 1. As the excitement builds, a lively discussion took place involving , , and Anne Hathaway, where they delved into topics like film, fashion, and the changing landscape of audience engagement with content. During the chat, Karan Johar reflected on his experience portraying Miranda Priestly in a professional context, prompting a thoughtful response from Meryl Streep, who originally brought the character to life in the 2003 classic.
Karan Johar's Encounter with Meryl Streep
Karan Johar Impresses Meryl Streep
In the context of The Devil Wears Prada 2, Karan posed a question to Meryl about the challenges of embodying Miranda Priestly in a workplace setting. Meryl replied, “You need not be concerned. Miranda is not everyone’s ideal of a good boss. I believe she is someone who is credibly, reliably, and respectfully in charge of her team, and she takes her responsibilities seriously. She enjoys her work.” Johar humorously added, “Where else can you experience dance, laughter, and tears while still being at work? That’s what we do in Bollywood.”
A Memorable Moment with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway
Karan Johar's Memorable Moment with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway
On April 7, Karan shared photos with Meryl and Anne on Instagram, expressing how he felt ‘singularly captivated and inspired by the unmatched brilliance’ of Meryl Streep. He referred to her as his mentor in acting and character portrayal, revealing that he had watched The Devil Wears Prada at least 47 times. His post conveyed, “I have referenced it at dinner tables, in editing rooms, and in board meetings (no joke!) So when I say that standing next to HER & them today made me feel the ground shift, please trust me. I tried my best to remain calm and composed, but here’s another truth - my knees were SHAKING!” He concluded by noting how gracious and inviting Meryl and Anne were, wrapping up with, “That’s all.”
What to Expect from The Devil Wears Prada 2
About The Devil Wears Prada 2
The Devil Wears Prada 2 will see the return of the original cast, along with director David Frankel and writer Aline Brosh McKenna. The sequel will introduce a fresh ensemble of characters played by Kenneth Branagh, Simone Ashley, Justin Theroux, Lucy Liu, Patrick Brammall, Caleb Hearon, Helen J. Shen, Pauline Chalamet, B. J. Novak, and Conrad Ricamora. Additionally, Tracie Thoms and Tibor Feldman will reprise their roles as Lily and Irv from the original film. Fans can look forward to the release of The Devil Wears Prada 2 in theaters on May 1.