Kenya, June 30 -- In a major casting announcement, Oscar winner Kenneth Branagh has joined the highly anticipated sequel The Devil Wears Prada 2, set to play the husband of Meryl Streep's iconic character, Miranda Priestly, the formidable editor-in-chief of Runway magazine.
The news, confirmed by 20th Century Studios on June 30, 2025, has sparked excitement across the entertainment industry, with production already underway in New York and Italy.
The sequel, slated for release on May 1, 2026, will reunite the original core cast, including Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, promising a nostalgic yet fresh take on the 2006 comedy-drama classic.
Branagh, known for directing and starring in films like Belfast and Murder on the Orient Express, brings significant star power to the role of Miranda Priestly's fourth husband, a character expected to add new depth to the icy fashion mogul's personal life.
The original Devil Wears Prada, based on Lauren Weisberger's 2003 novel, hinted at marital strife for Miranda, with her then-husband Stephen filing for divorce.
The sequel's plot will reportedly explore Miranda navigating the decline of print media, with Branagh's character potentially complicating her professional and personal challenges.
Fans are buzzing with speculation about how Branagh's nuanced acting style will complement Streep's commanding performance.
Directed by David Frankel and written by Aline Brosh McKenna, both returning from the original, The Devil Wears Prada 2 will see Emily Blunt's character, now a luxury brand executive, clashing with Miranda over advertising dollars, while Anne Hathaway's Andy Sachs and Stanley Tucci's Nigel Kipling navigate their evolving roles.
The addition of Branagh, a celebrated actor and filmmaker, has heightened anticipation, with fans praising the casting as a "genius move" for the star-studded sequel.
The film's focus on the changing media landscape and Miranda's enduring influence promises to resonate with fans of the original, which grossed $326 million globally.
As production ramps up, the inclusion of Branagh signals 20th Century Studios' ambition to elevate the sequel's prestige.
With its blend of high fashion, sharp wit, and stellar performances, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is poised to dominate box offices and reignite love for Miranda Priestly's iconic legacy.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Bana Kenya.