Emily Blunt reveals filming details for Devil Wears Prada sequel, confirming she will join Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway in the new installment, with production set to begin soon. The actress shared insights about her role and the anticipated reunion of original cast members in an interview, while also hinting at updates concerning the film’s plot and character arcs.
Emily Blunt Returns as Emily Charlton
Emily Blunt has officially stated she is reprising the role of Emily Charlton, a character that became iconic in the original The Devil Wears Prada. Starring alongside Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, this marks a return of the core trio that led the first film to success. When speaking with ET, Emily responded to questions about her character’s current trajectory by admitting,
“It’s so weird. I haven’t even read a script, I don’t know. I’m just like, where is she? I don’t know.”
—Emily Blunt, Actress
Plot Information and Character Directions
Although much about the upcoming film remains under wraps, previous reports suggest the sequel will revolve around Miranda Priestly, played by Meryl Streep, facing turbulent times due to the decline of magazine publishing. The plot reportedly follows Miranda as she attempts to save her magazine, Runway, by seeking advertising opportunities from Emily Charlton, who has reportedly ascended from overworked assistant to executive at a luxury brand. This shift places old acquaintances in new positions of power, hinting at renewed tension and altered dynamics.
When asked about her hopes for her character’s future, Blunt cryptically offered,
“Let’s hope we remedy [the beef between Emily and Miranda]. I’m not sure. Can you tell I’m skirting the issue? Can you tell I can’t tell you anything?”
—Emily Blunt, Actress
Filming Schedule and Production Timeline
With anticipation building, Emily Blunt confirmed that filming for the highly anticipated sequel will commence in July. This news came after a brief aside during the interview where she checked the schedule. Although a release date has yet to be publicly announced, fans can expect progress to ramp up as production gets underway.
Anticipated Impact and Audience Excitement
The return of Emily Blunt, Meryl Streep, and Anne Hathaway has sparked significant excitement among fans of the original film, who are eager to see how the characters have evolved. The narrative’s focus on contemporary issues within magazine publishing, coupled with the actors’ longstanding chemistry, is expected to offer a fresh yet nostalgic experience. As filming begins and more details emerge, the sequel is likely to attract renewed interest in the beloved story and its complex, dynamic characters.
