The Devil Wears Prada 2 Advance Booking Opens In India, Paid Preview On THIS Date

The wait of two decades is finally coming to an end. “The Devil Wears Prada 2” is officially set to grace Indian cinemas on May 1, 2026, and fans can now secure their seats as advance bookings have officially opened across the country.

In a move to satisfy the overwhelming anticipation, the distributors have announced special paid previews starting the evening of April 30, allowing fashion enthusiasts and cinephiles a first look at the sequel that has been 20 years in the making.

The Iconic Trio Reunites at Runway

The sequel brings back the powerhouse trio that defined workplace cinema: Meryl Streep as the formidable Miranda Priestly, Anne Hathaway as Andy Sachs, and Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton. Joining the original stars and Stanley Tucci is an expansive new cast including Simone Ashley, Kenneth Branagh, and Lucy Liu. Directed once again by David Frankel, the film explores a transformed landscape at Runway magazine, where the stakes of high fashion meet the complexities of the modern digital era.

Early Reviews Call It “Phenomenal” and “Worth the Wait”

Following a star-studded world premiere at the David Geffen Hall in New York, early critical reactions have been nothing short of glowing. International journalists have hailed the film as a “phenomenal” successor to the 2006 classic, with particular praise directed at the “incredible” chemistry between Streep, Hathaway, and Blunt. Reviewers suggest that the film successfully balances nostalgic nods to the original with a sharp, contemporary narrative, making it a “must-watch” event of the summer season.

High Demand in India

In India, the excitement is palpable, with major multiplex chains reporting a surge in inquiries since the booking window opened on Sunday, April 26. The decision to host paid previews on April 30 reflects the high confidence the studio has in the film’s localized appeal. Whether it’s the allure of iconic costume design or the razor-sharp wit of the script, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is poised to be one of the biggest Hollywood openings of 2026 in the Indian market.