Fans, spurred by recent reunions and discussions among the cast, have fervently called for a sequel to David Frankel's acclaimed 2006 workplace drama, The Devil Wears Prada. Now, according to a report from Puck, their wishes are being granted as a sequel is officially underway, promising the return of Meryl Streep in her iconic role as Miranda Priestly. According to the report, Aline Brosh McKenna, the writer of the original film, is in negotiations to pen the sequel.
The plot is said to revolve around Miranda Priestly, editor of the prominent fashion magazine Runway, grappling with the challenges of a declining print industry. Her former assistant Emily Charlton, now a senior executive at a luxury conglomerate, becomes a central figure as Miranda seeks vital advertising revenue. However, the question remains: Will Emily assist her former boss despite their tumultuous history? Based on the current plot details, while Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt are set to return for the sequel, there's no confirmation yet about Anne Hathaway reprising her role as Andrea Sachs, Miranda's former assistant who left her behind at the end of the original film.
Ten years after the release of her debut novel The Devil Wears Prada, Lauren Weisberger followed up with a sequel titled "Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns." This continuation explored the journey of Andy, played by Anne Hathaway in the film adaptation, as she transitioned to becoming the editor of a bridal magazine and navigated plann.
