India, May 24 -- The much-awaited sequel of the 2006 hit movie The Devil Wears Prada will hit the theatres next year, makers announced on Friday.

As per a report published in Variety, the movie will release on May 1, 2026.

Stanley Tucci, who starred in the first movie, recently told Variety, "I know they're working on it. If it happens, I would be so happy, but I cannot give you any information. Otherwise, I'll go to the actor's prison or something. [The original] was one of the best experiences ever."

The 2006 comedy that won hearts globally

The screenplay, written by Aline Brosh McKenna, is based on the 2003 novel by Lauren Weisberger.

The film featured Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci, and Emily Blunt in pivotal roles. ...