When fashion and cinema collide, the result is often high-octane glamour. But when one of Bollywood’s most style-conscious filmmakers meets his cinematic idols, the moment turns far more personal—and unexpectedly relatable. That’s exactly what unfolded when Karan Johar recently came face-to-face with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway in Tokyo.
Karan Johar is currently in the Japanese capital as part of the global promotional tour for The Devil Wears Prada 2, the much-anticipated sequel to the 2006 cult classic The Devil Wears Prada. While Johar is known for his composed public persona, the filmmaker didn’t shy away from revealing his excitement. Taking to Instagram last week, he admitted that being around the two Hollywood stars made his “knees rattle,” adding that he has watched the original film as many as 47 times.
Now, fans have finally gotten a glimpse of the much-teased interaction. A newly released video—essentially a trailer of their meet-up—captures some candid and endearing moments from the encounter. In one particularly viral instance, Johar, overwhelmed by the moment, accidentally drops his phone. As he hurriedly picks it up, Meryl Streep, known for her iconic portrayal of Miranda Priestly, responds with warmth and humour, saying, “We have the same phone cover.” A visibly emotional Johar replies, “I’ll never change it,” turning the brief exchange into a standout moment online.
The interaction didn’t just stay within the realm of fandom. The trio also touched upon the enduring fashion legacy of the franchise, with Anne Hathaway engaging in playful conversation with Johar, making the exchange feel both light-hearted and memorable.
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Directed by David Frankel and written by Aline Brosh McKenna, the sequel sees the return of its original powerhouse cast, including Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt. The story is set against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving media landscape, with Miranda Priestly navigating fresh professional challenges at Runway.
The ensemble cast expands significantly this time, with additions like Kenneth Branagh, Simone Ashley, Justin Theroux, and Lucy Liu. Meanwhile, familiar faces such as Tracie Thoms and Tibor Feldman reprise their roles, adding a sense of continuity to the sequel.
With this unexpected Bollywood-meets-Hollywood crossover already creating a buzz on social media, anticipation around the film has only intensified. The Devil Wears Prada 2 is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on May 1, 2026, and if early reactions are anything to go by, the excitement is only just getting started.
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