Emily Blunt has dramatically altered her look for her role in the upcoming film The Devil Wears Prada 2, surprising fans with an entirely new hair color. The actress, who originally portrayed Emily Charlton with vibrant red hair in the first movie, now sports a striking platinum blonde bob with shadow roots, appearing almost unrecognizable on set in New York City.
Filming has been ongoing in Manhattan since late June, drawing considerable attention from onlookers who found themselves doing double takes when spotting Blunt. Her new style complements a fashionable outfit featuring a red and black striped Coach sweater emblazoned with an apple and N.Y., paired with a silver tie, black mini-skirt, chunky heels, and sunglasses, signaling a significant shift in her character’s image.
Initial Filming Showed Emily Blunt Still with Red Hair
When the sequel began production, Emily Blunt retained her signature red hair from the original 2006 film. Reports noted that she was redheaded as late as the end of July, suggesting that her character’s makeover is part of a deliberate transformation within the film’s storyline. This change hints at new development for Emily Charlton’s character, possibly reflecting her evolution in the narrative.
Fans Gather Enthusiastically at Manhattan Set to See Iconic Cast
Since filming started, devoted fans have regularly gathered at barricades around the Manhattan set, hoping for glimpses of beloved characters. Interest remains high, as all major original cast members have returned, including Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly, Anne Hathaway as Andy Sachs, and Stanley Tucci as Nigel.
Although most of the sequel’s plot remains confidential, sources indicate the story will focus on Miranda Priestly confronting the challenges of a changing magazine industry. She grapples with the decline of traditional print media and looks to secure advertising revenue held by Emily Charlton, who has become a powerful executive in a luxury group. How Andy Sachs fits into this new dynamic is not yet clear.
Sequel Diverges from Original Book Source
The first The Devil Wears Prada film closely followed the 2003 novel by Lauren Weisberger, which drew from her experience working as an assistant to Vogue editor Anna Wintour. However, the upcoming sequel does not appear to be based on Weisberger’s 2013 follow-up novel Revenge Wears Prada.
In the book sequel, Emily Charlton and Andy Sachs become friends and collaborate on launching a successful bridal magazine, which Miranda Priestly’s company aims to acquire. The film’s rumored storyline, focusing on magazine industry upheavals and advertising power struggles, diverges significantly from this plot, likely reflecting the real-world changes in publishing since the book’s release.
Release Date Marks Two-Decade Milestone
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is scheduled to premiere on May 1, 2026, almost exactly twenty years after the original debuted on June 30, 2006. This timely release underscores the enduring impact of the franchise and its characters, whose stories continue to resonate with audiences amid a transforming media landscape.
