In an unexpected crossover between high-concept cinema and high fashion, legendary filmmaker Christopher Nolan has given his glowing endorsement to The Devil Wears Prada 2. Appearing on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to promote his upcoming epic, The Odyssey, Nolan revealed he caught the sequel during its massive opening weekend.
“A Cultural Moment”
When asked if he had seen the long-awaited follow-up to the 2006 classic, the Oppenheimer director didn’t hold back his enthusiasm.
“I watched it last night. It was fabulous, with Emily Blunt as well. It was terrific.”
The endorsement has sent social media into a frenzy, with fans delighted by Nolan’s “certified fresh” verdict on the fashion drama. The connection isn’t entirely random, however; Nolan has a history with the leading ladies. He famously directed Anne Hathaway as Catwoman in The Dark Knight Rises and NASA pilot Brand in Interstellar, and he recently worked with Emily Blunt in the Oscar-winning Oppenheimer. Both actresses are also reportedly set to star in his next project, The Odyssey.
The Sequel’s Box Office Domination
Released on May 1, 2026, the sequel has already become a global phenomenon:
- Opening Weekend: Eyes a staggering $200 million worldwide debut.
- India Performance: Grossed over ₹6.5 crore in its opening days, a rare feat for a Hollywood “female-led” comedy-drama in the region.
- Nostalgia Factor: The film’s trailer broke records with 222 million views in its first 24 hours.
What the Critics Say
News18 gave the film a 4-star rating, praising its ability to balance nostalgic charm with a modern look at the evolving world of digital media and AI.
“The makers have truly cracked the sequel formula… It hits that rare, sweet spot of nostalgic charm and original storytelling. It’s fun and deep in equal parts.”
Cast & Plot Recap
Directed by David Frankel, the sequel reunites the core four nearly two decades later:
- Meryl Streep as the formidable Miranda Priestly.
- Anne Hathaway as Andy Sachs, now navigating the prestige of the luxury brand world.
- Emily Blunt as the ever-ambitious Emily Charlton.
- Stanley Tucci as the indispensable Nigel.
New Additions: The 2026 cast expands the Runway universe with Kenneth Branagh, Simone Ashley, Justin Theroux, and Lucy Liu.
The story follows Andy as she is pulled back into Miranda’s orbit, this time facing the decline of traditional magazines and the cutthroat rise of tech-driven media. As Nolan put it, it’s a “terrific” return to the world where florals for spring are still—decidedly—not groundbreaking.