The new trailer forO Diabo Veste Prada 2brought details about Simone Ashley’s participation in the long-awaited sequel to the 2006 film.Bridgertonappears on the scene alongside Meryl Streep, playing Miranda Priestly, where her character reacts to a controversial speech by the editor-in-chief of the magazine Runway. The production maintains the satirical tone of the original, exploring the world of fashion amid changes in the publishing sector.
Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway) returns to Runway as features editor, while Emily Charlton (Emily The two compete for influence and advertising revenue in a scenario of declining print media. Nigel (Stanley Tucci) continues as art director, offering acidic comments on situations in the workplace.
Simone Ashley’s participation in the plot
The character of Simone Ashley appears as a new assistant close to Miranda Priestly. In the trailer clip, she interrupts her boss’s harsh criticism about models at a photo shoot. Miranda’s line compares the models to “starving goats in the parking lot of a methadone clinic in New Jersey.” Ashley responds by questioning what cannot be said, mentioning “methadone” and “New Jersey”.
This interaction suggests that the new assistant acts as a filter to prevent offensive statements from Miranda. Rumores indicated that Ashley would play exactly this role of direct support to the publisher. The scene reinforces the acidic humor characteristic of the franchise.
The trailer highlights the contrast between generations in the fashion world. Enquanto Miranda fights to maintain the relevance of Runway, new characters bring contemporary perspectives to the corporate environment.
Expanded cast and confirmed returns
In addition to the original stars, the film features additions such as Kenneth Branagh, who plays Miranda’s husband, and Justin Theroux as Emily’s husband. Outros names include Lucy Liu, B.J. Novak and Pauline Chalamet in roles not yet publicly detailed. Stanley Tucci reappears with his usual sarcasm.
Anne Hathaway returns as Andy Sachs, now in a higher position in the magazine. Emily Blunt shows Emily Charlton on a new professional level, competing directly with her former boss. Meryl Streep maintains the iconic coldness and demand of Miranda Priestly.
Production and filmed locations
Filming took place in Nova York and Itália, including scenes in Milão during fashion week. An important sequence was recorded in Aeroporto of Newark. Outras locations involved Museu of História Natural for a fictional gala inspired by Met Gala, with Streep and Ashley in statement dresses.
Production ended in October 2025, with Simone Ashley finishing its scenes on the 17th of that month. Director David Frankel returns to command, as does screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna, responsible for the original film’s script.
Expectations for the launch
The film hits theaters on May 1st, the date chosen for release in Estados Unidos and other markets. Ingressos are already on sale in some countries, with the teaser and trailer generating great anticipation among fans of the original, which grossed more than US$326 million worldwide.
The plot addresses the impact of the digital era on the fashion industry and printed publishing. Miranda faces challenges supporting Runway, while former employees like Andy and Emily navigate new career opportunities.
The trailer uses nostalgic elements, such as the soundtrack that recalls the style of the first film, to attract audiences who followed the story two decades ago.
