Get ready to strut down memory lane! Disney is stitching together a fabulous sequel to the 2006 comedy hit The Devil Wears Prada, and it’s set to be a runway showdown you wonât want to miss. Key cast and crew, including director David Frankel, are expected to return for another round of high-fashion drama and devilishly delightful wit.
Old Rivalries, New Trends
Meryl Streep returns to the role of Miranda Priestly, the icy and well-known fashion magazine editor, in this eagerly anticipated sequel. This time, she’s facing the digital dilemma of declining print media revenues. And whoâs the new fashion force sheâs up against? Her former assistant, Emily Charlton (Emily Blunt), who is now a high-powered executive for a luxury brand consortium, is the formidable opponent she faces. Talk about a stylish twist!
The Script is in the Bag
Aline Brosh McKenna, who brilliantly adapted the original film from Lauren Weisberger’s novel, is in talks to pen the follow-up. If she can maintain the same level of sass and style as in the first film, we’re set for a thrilling experience. The plot promises to delve into the competition for lucrative advertising contracts in the digital era, where Emily Charlton holds significant influence over the fashion industry’s financial decisions.
Behind the Seams: Inspirations and Aspirations
Lauren Weisberger inspired the character of Miranda Priestly when she worked as an assistant to Vogueâs legendary editor Anna Wintour. Streepâs portrayal won her a Golden Globe and an Oscar nomination, and the film grossed a whopping $327 million worldwide. Is there any expectation for the sequel?
Whereâs Andy Sachs?
Noticeably absent from the new filmâs logline is Andy Sachs, the original filmâs protagonist played by Anne Hathaway. However, the filmâs leads have frequently reunited, fuelling rumours of potential comebacks or surprise appearances. Recently, Blunt and Hathaway reminisced about their Prada days during Varietyâs Actors on Actors series, hinting at the film’s lasting impact on their careers.
Nostalgia Never Goes Out of Style
Stanley Tucci, who played Priestlyâs longsuffering deputy, has kept the Prada conversation alive, adding his charm to the ongoing cultural dialogue. Fans have even re-evaluated the filmâs romantic subplot, debating whether Andyâs boyfriend, Nate, was the true antagonist for not supporting her career ambitions. It seems that even the romantic drama is being revisited with a fresh perspective!
Whatâs Next for the Stars?
Emily Blunt is set to dazzle in Jungle Cruise 2, following her recent roles in The Fall Guy and her Oscar-nominated performance in Oppenheimer. The age-gap romance The Idea of You reignited Anne Hathaway’s career, and Meryl Streep is still shining in the comedy series Only Murders in the Building.
From Silver Screen to Broadway
Adding another layer of excitement, a musical adaptation of the original film, with an original score by Elton John, is opening in the West End this October. Vanessa Williams is set to star as Miranda Priestly, bringing the high-fashion drama to a whole new stage.
A Fashionable Farewell
As we eagerly await more details on this stylish sequel, one thing is clear: The Devil Wears Prada is back and ready to dominate both the digital and fashion worlds. So, dust off your designer shoes and get ready for a catwalk clash that promises to be both devilishly delightful and fabulously fun!
Stay tuned, fashionistas!
