For those asking why this matters—or why people online are connecting it to Vogue and fashion’s real-world shakeups—the answer lies in the origin of the story itself. The Devil Wears Prada is widely known to be a thinly veiled portrayal of Vogue magazine and its long-time editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour. The original novel, written by Lauren Weisberger, was based on her experience working as Wintour’s assistant. Miranda Priestly—cold, commanding, and revered—is a direct nod to Wintour’s own iron grip on the fashion world.

That’s why conversations about The Devil Wears Prada 2 feel especially timely. As talks swirl around Wintour’s eventual exit and Vogue’s uncertain future in a shifting industry, the return of Miranda Priestly couldn’t be more symbolic. It’s a pop culture echo of a real-life power transition.

The Devil Wears Prada 2 is slated to hit theaters May 1, 2026, promising the return of fashion’s most fearsome editor—with even sharper stakes and a digital battlefield to conquer.