Devil Wears Prada 2 First Look: See Anne Hathaway Return as Andy Sachs

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The Devil Wears Prada 2 is making groundbreaking headway. 

Indeed, a sneak peek of Anne Hathaway returning to her character Andy Sachs for the upcoming sequel has been unveiled, and judging by the images, it seems there will be some intriguing developments in the movie based on the hints they provide.

In this photograph, the 42-year-old woman, Anne, sported a fashionable patterned maxi dress and a tan sun hat resembling a bucket as she strolled across a New York City street, engaging in a phone conversation.

The picture also confirms that Anne’s character carried her high-fashion knowledge from the 2006 version into the present day, as she is seen with a Fendi Basket Forty8 tote, a rolling suitcase, and a bag labeled “Runway.” This could suggest that Anne has returned to work for the fictional fashion magazine, possibly in her journalistic role.

Regarding any other interesting aspects of the photos, it appeared that Anne wasn’t wearing a wedding ring on her left hand, suggesting perhaps that Andy may not be getting married in the upcoming sequel, based on this observation.

As an ardent admirer, let me tell you, that photograph undeniably sparked intriguing discussions among us fans, but it wasn’t the sole sneak peek into Anne’s wardrobe for the upcoming movie in May 2026. On X, July 21st, another set photo was shared, and in it, Anne flaunted a second ensemble for her character. This one featured a stylish pinstripe sleeveless vest coordinated with pants, and she accessorized with black close-toed boots. Simply put, we’re getting more glimpses of Anne’s fashionable attire, and I can hardly wait!

Indeed, as the sequel was revealed earlier this year, a handful of additional details about the movie have been disclosed. For instance, some fresh faces are set to join the cast, such as Kenneth Branagh who will portray the spouse of Meryl Streep’s Miranda Priestley character.

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I’m thrilled to share that the intrigue of the sequel has been revealed! In a press communique from 20th Century Studios, it appears the narrative will revolve around Miranda navigating the tumultuous terrain of traditional magazine publishing’s demise. On top of that challenging landscape, she will find herself squaring off against her former assistant Emily Charlton, who now wields immense influence as an executive at a prestigious advertising firm.

However, it remains unclear if these two style icons can agree on something. The audience must stay tuned for updates since Emily has kept silent about the issue.

In a playful tone, she joked with Entertainment Tonight in June, “Why do Meryl and I always seem so antagonistic in every film we work on together?” She added, “We always have some sort of conflict. I’m not quite sure what it is, but let’s hope we can resolve it someday.

 For more fascinating details about The Devil Wears Prada, keep reading.

Back in the day, before “The Devil Wears Prada” book graced store shelves, I, as a passionate fan, found myself privy to the fact that the film adaptation was already being developed. Just the initial 100 pages and an outline were all it took for Fox executives to be smitten with the roman-à-clef, penned by author Lauren Weisberger, based on her brief tenure as assistant to the legendary Anna Wintour at Vogue. I was the fortunate one who got a sneak peek at Fox 2000, and let me tell you, Miranda Priestly’s character was shaping up to be one of the most formidable villains ever conceived. I recall us moving swiftly and decisively to secure it, eager to bring this captivating story to life.

The adaptation started before the 2003 publication of the New York Times bestseller, however, following four attempts at crafting a direct narrative, Aline Brosh McKenna was assigned to write a new script focusing on the sacrifices women make in their climb up the ranks at fashion magazines. According to the outlet, she completed a draft within approximately a month, and then revised it based on everyone’s feedback.

2. The legend surrounding Anna Wintour posed numerous challenges during the production process. In her research, McKenna found it challenging to find individuals in the fashion world willing to speak with her due to fear of Anna and Vogue, as no one wished to be ostracized. Only one person shared information anonymously, who later commented that the characters in the movie were overly amiable. They asserted that nobody in that realm is excessively friendly; they don’t need to be, nor do they have the luxury of being so. In response, McKenna revised the script to make the characters appear more busy and abrasive.

David Frankel, the director, confessed to Entertainment Weekly that Wintour’s extensive influence posed a challenge in securing venues. He stated, “The Met Ball made the Metropolitan Museum reluctant to work with us.” Bryant Park, which was then the long-standing location of New York Fashion Week, was also unavailable.

He mentioned that even those famous apartment buildings we considered for Miranda’s place were off-limits due to the strict co-op boards. In the end, they managed to secure a five-story townhouse on the Upper East Side from a friend of producer Wendy Finerman.

As a diehard fan, let me tell you, there was one set they truly nailed – none other than Anna Wintour’s office! In an exclusive chat with Entertainment Weekly, Ryan Murphy shared the inside scoop: “The only connection we had with Vogue was Jess Gonchor, our production designer, who sneakily slipped into their offices to catch a glimpse of Anna’s workspace.” Frankel further revealed that Gonchor’s recreation of the office was so spot-on that it was said Anna herself redecorated her real office immediately after the movie premiered!

4. The wardrobe posed an unusual problem too. At first, as Frankel shared with EW, they struggled to persuade well-known designers to loan garments for the movie: “They simply didn’t wish to face Anna’s displeasure.

Legendary costume designer Patricia Field gracefully made her appearance, skillfully curating an array of approximately 150 outfits from designers such as Donna Karan, Zac Posen, Rick Owens, and yes, Prada. She meticulously distinguished Meryl Streep’s character Miranda Priestly from Anna Wintour during the process. “She took everything we had,” Meryl Streep reminisced, “We had to be mindful not to eat spaghetti at lunch because any stains would ruin the outfits and they couldn’t be returned!

5. And Wintour has a somewhat playful attitude towards the situation. In an interview for Vogue’s 125th anniversary issue, Streep discussed her role as Wintour’s late friend Katherine Graham in the 2017 film “The Post”. When asked about the most difficult character she had ever portrayed, Streep hesitated before saying something, at which point Wintour interjected with a chuckle, “No, no! We’re not going there, Meryl.

6. Wintour indeed went to a screening, and interestingly enough, it was the same event as her ex-assistant Weisberger had attended. Later on, she explained to 60 Minutes that the movie was merely for amusement, stating it was not an accurate depiction of what transpires within the magazine.

7. Among all possible actresses, Streep stood out as the ideal choice for playing Miranda. In fact, the studio’s Vice President, Hacken, confessed to Variety that no other actresses were seriously considered. Hacken expressed, “All I could think was, ‘Please let it be Meryl.'” Upon hearing that Streep’s agent had read the script and was willing to meet with the director, Hacken momentarily paused to rejoice. “I was elated in my office.

Meryl Streep expressed her admiration for the character’s unyielding toughness and refusal to back down, stating that she appreciated the raw aspects of the character that many women might try to soften or compromise in order to get their way. As her friend Carrie Fisher would put it, this was not about “the squeezy and tilty” manipulation often employed by women to achieve their goals. [Miranda] did not resort to such tactics.

8. In a manner reminiscent of Miranda Priestly, prior to accepting the role, Streep took a bold step. Although she had already garnered two Oscars and additional 11 nominations by then, Streep wasn’t quite accustomed to requesting higher compensation. However, on this occasion, she voiced her demand.

She clarified to Variety that the initial offer seemed somewhat undervalued, or even disrespectful, regarding her true worth to the project. She mentioned that there was a moment when she thought it was time for her to leave, but then they doubled the offer. At 55 years old, she had recently learned how to advocate for herself independently.

9. Apart from other obligations, Streep requested two specific scenes to avoid making Miranda a stereotype: The first was labeled “the fashion business,” where Miranda taught Andy about her iconic cerulean sweater, and the second was an intimate scene set in a hotel room where she would appear vulnerable, or as Streep put it, “unpeeled.

The snowy locks on her head were also a product of her own crafting, with Streep appearing for a discussion at the studio’s office sporting her icy tresses. As director Frankel recounted to EW, “Meryl embodied Miranda during that meeting, and there was no need for a discussion about the hair; they simply looked into Meryl’s eyes without uttering a single word.

10. Anne Hathaway ended up working more for her role compared to Andy, who had a less demanding task for Miranda. To be fair, it wasn’t an incredibly tough struggle, but as she mentioned during an interview on RuPaul’s Drag Race, “I was the ninth option considered for The Devil Wears Prada.

As a relentless admirer, I can tell you that even though Anne Hathaway didn’t have to audition for the role, I had to be persistent. I embarked on a passionate crusade, going as far as carving “hire me” into the tranquil sands of Hacken’s zen garden. The moment I received the news, I was in my bedroom, getting ready to put on a shirt. Suddenly, with friends gathered around, I burst into my living room, half-dressed, ecstatically shouting, “I got The Devil Wears Prada! I got The Devil Wears Prada!

Luckily for Hathaway, the executives’ initial pick declined the role multiple times. As director Frankel shared with Entertainment Weekly, they approached Rachel McAdams no less than three times. At that time, McAdams was busy filming Fox’s “The Family Stone,” and having recently starred in both “Mean Girls” and “The Notebook,” she opted against taking on another mainstream production. As Frankel put it, “The studio was adamant about having her, but she was resolute about not doing the part.

In a turn of events that left many aspiring actresses in awe, I had to relinquish a role that would have been a dream come true for me. During an interview on Capital FM’s Capital Breakfast in February 2025, I candidly admitted, “It was all about timing.” The opportunity presented itself when I couldn’t make it work, and looking back, I realize I should have found a way to seize it. Upon seeing the role, my first reaction was one of disappointment, saying to myself, “Oh no!

Meryl Streep’s performance in the 2005 Academy Award-winning film Brokeback Mountain, alongside Anne Hathaway, significantly contributed to securing her collaboration with The Princess Diaries star. According to Frankel, Streep watched that particular scene from the movie, met with her, and then contacted Tom Rothman at Fox, expressing her belief that they would work well together.

The task of selecting Emily for the part required extra effort. Frankel observed over a hundred actresses vying for Miranda’s stern personal assistant role, including Tracie Thoms, who later auditioned for Lily, Andy’s best friend. However, it was Emily Blunt, dressed in a casual manner, who stood out to him.

While on the Fox studio lot auditioning for a role in the 2006 fantasy film “Eragon”, a casting agent suggested she try out for “The Devil Wears Prada”. However, Blunt was rushing to catch her flight at the time and admitted she was flustered. On “The Late Late Show” in May 2021, she shared that she read the script while wearing sweatpants, which didn’t fit the part at all.

A few days had passed, and Blunt was still mourning her missed chance at landing a role in Eragon. That’s when she received a call from Frankel. “I was in a seedy club in London,” Blunt explained to Variety. “I called him back from the restroom. He said, ‘I would have cast you based on the audition tape, but the studio wants to see you once more. Can you redo it, but this time try to look like the character?’

13. She perfectly fit the role. Initially, Emily was intended to be an American character, but when screenwriter McKenna listened to Blunt spout her sharp wit with a British accent, they decided to modify the script to include more British idioms at a coffee shop, as McKenna later explained to Entertainment Weekly.

In a conversation on The Howard Stern Show, Blunt acknowledged that she took a line from a harried mom she encountered while filming. “I guess I borrow things from people I encounter,” the actress said. “While we were shooting, I saw a mother talking to her child in a supermarket. She scolded her kid and made a gesture with her hand, saying, ‘Yes, I’m listening, and I want to listen.’ I ended up including it in the movie.

Stanley Tucci played a significant role in shaping memorable lines for his character. After months of searching, producers found the perfect match for the art director in ‘Runway’, and Tucci graciously took on the role at the last minute as reported by EW. He then masterfully portrayed Nigel’s dry wit and even improvised some of the character’s most memorable lines.

As a lifestyle aficionado, I can’t help but reminisce about the hysterical moment when Miranda approaches the office for the first time, sending everyone into a frenzy. This scene on set had us in stitches, with David constantly improvising lines for me to deliver. The one that made it was “Gird your loins,” while some others, such as my suggestion of “‘Tits in!”, were left on the cutting room floor after much laughter.

15. Undeniably, the most cherished keepsake from the movie for me was my family connections. I managed to stay in touch with my costar, Emily Blunt, enough to be invited to her 2010 wedding with John Krasinski. It was there that I rekindled a relationship with Felicity Blunt, whom I later married in 2012. We are now blessed with children named Matteo and Emilia.

However, as Tucci shared with People, it was at the film’s 2006 premiere where he first met his current spouse. At that point, he was still married to his late wife, Kate Tucci, who had recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. As he put it, “I completed the movie, and she began her treatments. Then we had the premiere, and she lived for four more years after that.” Interestingly, Emily’s sister, now Tucci’s wife, had a conversation with Kate at the premiere that night, as evidenced by a photo of them together, which is quite peculiar.

16. Similar to Hathaway, Thoms recalls the precise instant she learned she would portray Lily, an occasion that happened on her 30th birthday in August 2005. The star of Rent felt fairly assured about her audition—”By then, my career had led me into the ‘best friend’ role. So I thought, ‘Lily? That’s a breeze.'”—but she was still overjoyed when she got the news.

She reminisced to TopMob News about being in Dartmouth where she attended a workshop for a new play written by Alan Ball. It was during lunch in the cafeteria when she received the news. Essentially, someone said, “Hey, you’ve landed the role in The Devil Wears Prada! Happy birthday!” She considered it a memorable birthday surprise.

Thomas also recalls seeing Adrian Grenier, who was popular due to his success in the TV show “Entourage,” being surrounded by fans and gracefully handling every autograph request by distributing copies of his alternative folk band, The Honey Brothers’ CD.

Thoms observed that Grenier, playing Nate, Andy’s boyfriend, deliberately took advantage of the opportunity to showcase his band members since he wasn’t the lead singer. He admired how Grenier handled everyone with care, acknowledging their backing, and in turn, aiming to return that support to his fellow bandmates.

As a lifestyle expert, I must say, our soiree was nothing short of extraordinary; it felt like we were living an episode of “Sex and the City,” though we didn’t quite embody their characters. The ambiance was undeniably New York, metropolitan, and mature—a testament to our collective growth. However, looking back, there’s one thing I wish we had done differently.

In a crucial scene, she deliberately chose to remain unaware of the Marc Jacobs bag that both Lily and Thoms found irresistible. She explained her reasoning by saying, “I requested the props team not to reveal the handbag until we were filming, so the reactions would be authentic.” This genuine excitement, with its audible gasps and grasping hands, occurred because the bag was truly stunning.

Admittedly, I had an ingenious plan to ensure the safety of the purse, as it truly was a sight to behold. However, the scene where I intended to inadvertently leave the purse behind in my trailer was removed from the script. Consequently, I didn’t return to work to retrieve the purse. It was quite disappointing.

19. At first, Streep wasn’t the one headed to Paris. In fact, no one intended to go to Paris to record footage for Miranda and Andy’s grand trip during Paris Fashion Week. Frankel expressed shock when he shared this with Variety. However, during production, he managed to create a promotional video (a sizzle reel) that persuaded the studio to release the film during the summer season, increasing its budget.

Hathaway and Simon Baker (in his role as Christian, her other love interest who is a writer) journeyed to France for a span of two days to film scenes, whereas Streep captured her parts in New York City. The studio stated that it would be excessively costly to have Streep travel.

In my professional opinion as a lifestyle expert, opting for an immersive performance approach like the one Meryl Streep adopted while portraying Miranda, came at a cost. As she fully embraced her character and distanced herself from the set’s camaraderie, she admitted it was a dreadful experience. Reflecting on this choice later, she shared with Entertainment Weekly that she could hear her colleagues giggling and having a great time, while she felt deeply desolate. She lamented, “I said to myself, ‘Well, it’s the price you pay for being the boss!’ That was the last time I ever tried to go full Method!

Before Meryl Streep turned icy, she briefly encouraged her co-star Hathaway, as recalled to People. She said, “I just want you to know I believe you’re going to excel in this role, and it’s a pleasure working with you…and that’s the last compliment I’ll give you.

That’s all. 

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2025-07-22 01:18