Anne Hathaway's Desperate Dash: Seeking Meryl Streep’s Attention in Devil Wears Prada 2
EXCLUSIVE: The Devil Wears Prada 2 is Back! Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway Reunite for Scandalous Sequel
The fashion world is abuzz with excitement as two of Hollywood's most iconic stars, Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, are spotted together on set for the long-awaited sequel to their hit 2006 film The Devil Wears Prada. The original movie, based on Lauren Weisberger's bestselling novel, catapulted both actresses to stardom, with Meryl cementing her status as a fashion icon in the role of the fearsome Miranda Priestly and Anne playing the ambitious Andy Sachs.
The news that a sequel was in the works broke last July, sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Now, with filming underway in New York City, The Scholarly Note can exclusively reveal what to expect from this highly anticipated follow-up.
According to sources close to the production, Meryl and Anne are reprising their roles as Miranda and Andy, with the dynamic between them remaining unchanged. The chemistry is still there, folks! As our cameras caught a glimpse of the two stars in action, it's clear that they're back to their old tricks – with Miranda dripping with hauteur and Andy dashing around in panic.
We were on set yesterday as Anne filmed a particularly dramatic scene in which she runs desperately out of a building and into the street, clutching a sheaf of papers aloft. The front page splashed across the screen reads: 'The Revolution That Never Was,' possibly the headline of an article penned by Andy, now a seasoned journalist.
As our cameras rolled, Anne's Andy appeared to be trying to catch someone's attention – presumably that of her former boss Miranda, still reigning supreme at Runway magazine. At one point, Andy is seen slumped over on the sidewalk, panting theatrically with her tongue hanging out of her mouth. It's a far cry from the mousy bookworm she once was, but still reminiscent of the ambitious journalist she's become.
The original film saw Andy plunge into the fashion industry and undergo a transformation that would put even the most seasoned supermodel to shame. And it seems this metamorphosis has endured into the sequel – as Anne was spotted in two stylish outfits on set yesterday.
First, she donned a chic ensemble consisting of a half-sleeved white top paired with matching trousers and snowy kitten heels. Accessorized with a chunky chain necklace and dark sunglasses, the look was completed by a bulging black handbag that seemed to be holding secrets of its own. Next up, Anne slipped into a more conventionally attired outfit – jeans and a short walnut brown coat – but still managed to inject some fashion flair with her silk scarf and snakeskin boots.
Meanwhile, Meryl was spotted in her signature Miranda Priestly look, complete with the character's signature swirl of ice-white hair and those unmistakable shades that Anna Wintour herself has confessed to using as 'armor.' The costume was perfectly fitted to highlight Meryl's lithe frame, from the tucked-in white blouse to the midnight blue slacks and slimming camel coat. And let's not forget her towering scarlet stilettos – a look that augmented her already impressive 5'6" stature.
Other members of the original cast have also joined the fray, including Emily Blunt as Miranda's chic senior assistant Emily Charlton and Stanley Tucci reprising his role as Runway magazine's waspish art director Nigel Kipling. Emily's character was rumored to be inspired by former Vogue writer Victoria 'Plum' Sykes – a connection that Plum herself has strenuously denied.
This time around, the plot takes a new twist as Miranda attempts to steer Runway through a changing media landscape, where print magazines are rapidly becoming obsolete in favor of digital content. The reported snag? Emily's character is now an executive at a luxury ad firm, creating tension between her and Miranda as she tries to navigate this new world.
According to Variety, the sequel will see Miranda trying to make a deal with the ad firm, only to hit a roadblock when Emily gets wind of the plan. It promises to be a delicious catfight – and we can't wait to see how it all plays out!
New faces have joined the cast for this sequel, including Kenneth Branagh as Miranda's new husband (because who wouldn't want to marry Meryl Streep?) and Australian heartthrob Patrick Brammall as Andy's latest love interest. Meanwhile, Timothée Chalamet's sister Pauline and The Office actor BJ Novak were spotted working on the movie in New York.
It's been 15 years since The Devil Wears Prada first hit screens – a time when fashion was still king and celebrities like Anna Wintour were worshipped as gods. But now, with the rise of social media and influencers, the fashion landscape has changed dramatically.
Lauren Weisberger's original novel was a roman à clef based on her own experiences working for Anna at Vogue. The book spent six months on the New York Times bestseller list, sparking a blizzard of gossip about who inspired which character. Anna herself remained cool as a cucumber, breezily remarking that she was 'looking forward to reading the book' – although one of her subordinates claimed she was 'spitting fire' behind the scenes.
Fast-forward to 2006 and the movie adaptation – where Anna leaned into the publicity by attending the New York City premiere wearing Prada. When asked in a CNN interview whether she regarded Lauren's novel as a 'breach of trust,' Anna replied: 'Well... I think that she brought attention to fashion in a way that, you know, you can look at it in a negative way or a positive way. I choose to look at it in a positive way. In some ways, I think I should be grateful to her.'
And now, with the sequel on its way, we can't help but wonder – will Lauren Weisberger's novel spark another fashion scandal? One thing's for sure: with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway back as Miranda and Andy, this sequel is going to be one wild ride. Stay tuned!
