Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway reunite for "Devil Wears Prada 2," celebrating 20 years since the original with a special Tokyo event.

Set in the top fashion magazine "Runway," "The Devil Wears Prada 2" (2006) depicts Andy, hired as the assistant to a "devilish" charismatic editor-in-chief, struggling with work and love. With its glamorous worldview and relatable story, the film quickly captured the hearts of women worldwide and remains a "bible for working women" even 20 years after its theatrical release. The sequel, "The Devil Wears Prada 2," will return upgraded on May 1 (Friday). As anticipation for the latest installment grows, Meryl Streep, who reprises her role as the charismatic editor Miranda, and Anne Hathaway, returning as Andy, came to Japan together for the first time, hosting a special event. The venue, inspired by the film's glamorous world, featured a red carpet and a giant red high heel sculpture. About 500 fans, dressed fashionably like the characters in the film, awaited their arrival with maximum excitement. As Meryl and Anne arrived, beautifully dressed, amidst falling cherry blossoms, the venue erupted with cheers. Meryl wore a dramatic Chanel dress with fiery red and innocent white, while Anne donned a Valentino outfit with delicate black lace and soft white tulle frills, radiating an overwhelming aura as if they had stepped out of the movie. Fans rushed to them, some moved to tears by their excitement. The venue was filled with immense energy and love for "The Devil Wears Prada." On stage, Meryl greeted, "Hello Tokyo! I'm so happy to be here during cherry blossom season, and I hope you enjoy this wonderful work," while Anne added, "Hello Tokyo! I'm really happy. Thank you for creating such wonderful memories. I feel like I'm in a dream with all this love and energy." As audiences worldwide look forward to seeing Miranda and Andy on screen again, "The Devil Wears Prada 2" is finally set to release 20 years after the original. When announced, it quickly became a topic of discussion worldwide, with Meryl expressing her joy at the script's quality, saying, "I feel like I've aged 20 years (laughs). The script is truly wonderful, very funny, yet serious inside, and I want everyone to see it." Anne remarked, "When I heard Meryl loved the script, I thought it was fantastic, but it exceeded my expectations. I believe everyone has wondered how Miranda, Andy, Emily, and Nigel have lived their lives, and the developments will far exceed your imagination. I can't wait to share it with you all." Meryl and Anne reunite for the first time in 20 years in this sequel, where fashion industry icon editor Miranda and her right-hand man Nigel face a crisis at the top fashion magazine Runway, prompting Miranda's former assistant Andy to return to "Runway." Meryl shared, "When I looked into the eyes of Anne, Emily, and Stanley, I immediately returned to the role. Meeting director David also helped, as the story is truly wonderful." Anne recalled, "When we first read the script for the original, I felt it would be a special work with many characters. That intuition was correct. During the reading for this new work, Simone, Justin, and Caleb, who grew up with the original, also participated, and we read it without losing the quality of the original, preparing took time, but we could quickly get into the work." The original, beloved by many fans in Japan, is filled with fashionable scenes and inspiring lines that uplift life. When asked about her favorite line, Meryl thought for a moment and delivered the famous line, "That's All," which drew thunderous applause from the audience. Anne responded with a memorable line from the new film, "Sorry, do I know you?" and both actresses shared their iconic lines, eliciting cheers from the fans. Meanwhile, the latest installment also explores the changes over the 20 years since the original. Andy is now thriving as a reporter, having left Miranda's side, while Emily has become an executive at a luxury brand, holding the key to Runway's survival. The four characters, who have walked separate paths since that day, reunite. Meryl humorously noted, "Miranda is wearing glasses. Because Meryl needs them," removing her sunglasses to cheers. Anne remarked, "What hasn't changed is the diligence towards work and the belief that people are good at heart," while adding, "The biggest difference is returning to Runway!" Expectations rise for Andy's comeback. In April, when many young people start new endeavors in schools and workplaces, both actresses offered advice to Japanese youth embarking on new worlds. Anne shared, "I once felt embarrassed about not knowing things. As long as you have a wonderful boss, it's okay not to know, and the opportunities to learn will become part of your journey. I hope you all have a journey like that, free from mean teachers or bosses!" Meryl encouraged, "My advice to young people is to always be curious. Stay optimistic. As the world changes, ensure you can keep up with the transformations. Young women and men should be flexible regarding change. Miranda may seem inflexible, but in the new film, she realizes she needs help to adapt to change while struggling, so please look out for that." The audience erupted in applause. When encountering a boss like Miranda, Meryl advised, "Pray. And do your best. Take care of your work and yourself, but sometimes surprising Miranda can be fun," delivering powerful advice that had fans listening intently. Meryl expressed her gratitude for playing Miranda, saying, "I feel lucky. She has very high goals, is beautiful and creative. If you have a boss like Miranda, that's a good thing, so aim high and do your best." To celebrate their visit, special guest K from the Japanese global group &TEAM presented a flower gift designed like high heels. Overwhelmed by the two's aura, K expressed excitement, recalling a past encounter with Anne at a fashion show. Anne responded, "It's wonderful, isn't it? Participating in promotions and fashion events leads to many beautiful encounters, and it's interesting to reunite on the red carpet in Tokyo." After previewing footage of the new film, K, a huge fan of the original, expressed excitement about how the two would appear and what fashion they would showcase, noting the changes over 20 years. K praised the film, saying, "Even after 20 years, it's still loved, but the new film will become an icon of this era." K asked the two about their experiences overcoming adversity in their acting careers. Meryl shared, "Of course, I've had regrets, but I won't explain what they are (laughs). Just think of it as a movie, and once it's over, it's over." She advised not to be too bound by self-evaluation, recalling how, during her theater days, she felt her performance was poor, but others were moved by it. Anne reflected on her debut in "The Princess Diaries" at 17, sharing her struggles as a young actress. She chose to challenge herself as an actor, even if it meant stumbling. She emphasized that young actors often feel pressure to succeed, but she learned from teachers and actors that they were closer to their desired performances than they thought. The two's passionate responses drew gratitude from K. After the event, exclusive footage was screened for attendees, generating excitement with comments like, "It was so interesting. This is going to be great!" and "I can't wait to see the full film!" The event featuring Meryl and Anne concluded successfully, raising motivation for working women and all movie fans in Japan as anticipation builds for the release of "The Devil Wears Prada 2" in just one month.