Karan Johar is reportedly ready to bring a slice of high fashion glamor to Mumbai with a special private screening the devil wears prada 2. IHNS has exclusively learned that the filmmaker is planning a secret event ahead of the film’s theatrical release in India, adding that the guest list will include some of the biggest names from Bollywood and the fashion world.
Exclusive: Karan Johar to host secret Mumbai screening of The Devil Wears Prada 2 ahead of its release; Expectations from Bollywood’s stylish A-listers
The sequel to the iconic 2006 classic has already generated massive global excitement, and now the buzz has reached India in a big way. According to sources, Karan Johar, who has been a long-time fan of the original film, will host a special preview screening for select invitees in Mumbai.
Karan’s love the devil Wears Prada Famous in the industry. The filmmaker has often spoken about his admiration for the film and recently met stars Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway during a promotional tour in Tokyo. During the conversation, Johar had shared that meeting both the icons had taken him by surprise.
Sources close to the development claim that the upcoming Mumbai event will be more than just a film screening. The private gathering is expected to include an intimate guest list of around 50 carefully chosen names, including Bollywood celebrities who are up to the fashion game, designers, stylists and influential figures from India’s luxury and couture sector.
Insiders also suggest that there could be a glamorous party after the screening, with the evening designed as a celebration of cinema and style. If reports are to be believed, this event could become one of the most talked about social gatherings in Mumbai this season.
the devil wears prada 2 It is expected to release in Indian theaters on May 1, 2026. The film reunites many of the beloved original cast members, including Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly, Anne Hathaway as Andy Sachs, Emily Blunt as Emily, and Stanley Tucci as Nigel.
Directed by David Frankel, the sequel reportedly explores the evolving media landscape and the challenges facing traditional fashion journalism in the age of social media and influencers. The new chapter also features new additions to the cast, including Bridgerton star Simon Ashley, Kenneth Branagh and Lucy Liu.
While audiences across the country wait for its release in theatres, it appears that some lucky people in Mumbai may get to watch one of the most awaited sequels of the year, courtesy of Karan Johar.
