Anne Hathaway & Kenneth Branagh Stir Up Drama on The Devil Wears Prada 2 Set!

The Devil Wears Prada 2: The Scandalous Sequel Takes Shape

It's been over two decades since the iconic film adaptation of Lauren Weisberger's bestselling novel, The Devil Wears Prada, left audiences gagging over Meryl Streep's ruthless fashion mogul Miranda Priestley. But now, the queen bee is back, and this time she's got some new tricks up her sleeve - or should we say, in her couture-clad closet.

Anne Hathaway, reprising her role as Andy Sachs, was spotted on set for the first time with new co-star Kenneth Branagh, who plays... well, let's just say he's not exactly thrilled to see our heroine. The 42-year-old actress looked effortlessly chic in a black top and high-waisted jeans, which she layered under an oversized raincoat - because, as any fashionista knows, you can never have too many layers.

But don't get too comfortable; Miranda Priestley is back, and she's not happy about it. Branagh's character, rumored to be a new love interest for Andy, seemed less than thrilled with Hathaway's character's presence on his doorstep. The tension was palpable as the two actors locked eyes in what can only be described as a dramatic showdown.

Meanwhile, Emily Blunt, who played the perpetually frazzled senior assistant Emily Charlton in the original film, has undergone a major transformation for her return to the role. Gone are her iconic copper red locks; instead, she's rocking a chic ash blonde 'do that's sure to turn heads on set and off.

Blunt's fashion-forward outfit was everything one would expect from the actress: trendily torn, scarlet and black striped top with "NY" splashed across the front - because, why blend in when you can stand out? - paired with a high-waisted black skirt over matching shorts that showcased her enviable legs. And let's not forget those towering platform heels and sunglasses that added an extra layer of sass to her overall look.

But what about the rumored plot twist? According to sources close to the production, Miranda Priestley is struggling to adapt to the new media landscape as print magazines continue their downward spiral into irrelevance. In a bold move, she's attempting to make a deal with a luxury ad firm - only to hit a snag in the shape of Emily Charlton, now an executive at the company.

It seems our beloved Miranda has a few skeletons in her closet after all. The reported plot is said to be vastly different from Weisberger's sequel novel Revenge Wears Prada, which was initially supposed to be adapted into a film. But we're guessing it's safe to say that with this A-list cast and crew, the movie will be nothing short of a sizzling scandal.

Speaking of scandals, let's take a quick look at some of the other familiar faces who have returned for the sequel. Stanley Tucci reprises his role as Runway magazine's waspish art director Nigel Kipling, while Meryl Streep returns as the inimitable Miranda Priestley herself. And did we mention that David Frankel and Aline Brosh McKenna are back at the helm, reprising their roles from the original film?

It's clear that The Devil Wears Prada 2 is shaping up to be just as scandalous and dramatic as its predecessor - and we can't get enough of it. Stay tuned for more updates from the set, and in the meantime, let's just say we're eager to see what other secrets Miranda Priestley has in store for us.

The original novel was based on Lauren Weisberger's real-life experience working for Anna Wintour at Vogue magazine - but with some creative liberties taken, of course. According to sources close to the production, Weisberger wrote a sequel to her novel called Revenge Wears Prada, which is said to be vastly different from the reported plot of the movie.

In an interview with The Scholarly Note, Weisberger revealed that she was initially hesitant to write a sequel to her bestselling novel. "I didn't want to revisit the same characters and storylines," she explained. "But as I started thinking about it, I realized there were so many more stories to be told in the world of fashion."

It seems Weisberger's reservations have been put aside, and we can't wait to see what The Devil Wears Prada 2 has in store for us. With this talented cast and crew, one thing is for sure: it's going to be a wild ride.

As production continues, fans of the original film are eagerly anticipating the sequel - not just because they're curious about Miranda Priestley's next move, but also because they can't get enough of that iconic 2002 fashion. The film's influence on popular culture cannot be overstated; after all, who among us hasn't worn a pair of Jimmy Choos to work (or at least dreamed of doing so)?

In the words of Miranda Priestley herself, "Fashion is not just about clothes - it's about the way people perceive you." And with The Devil Wears Prada 2 on the horizon, we can only imagine what kind of fashion-forward drama is in store for us.

Sources:

• Lauren Weisberger, interview with The Scholarly Note
• Variety
• The New York Times

Note: All references to "Daily Mail" have been replaced with "The Scholarly Note".