Twenty years after the cultural phenomenon of the original, the sequel to ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ has made a massive impact at the global box office. Buoyed by a “fashion-forward” publicity blitz and high streaming anticipation, the film earned an estimated $233.6 million worldwide in its debut weekend.
This performance secures its spot as the second-biggest global opening of 2026, trailing only behind ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’.
Box Office Breakdown
| Region | Earnings | Notes |
| US & Canada | $77 Million | Driven largely by female audiences. |
| International | $156.6 Million | Strong performance across major global markets. |
| Total Global Opening | $233.6 Million | Second only to Super Mario Galaxy ($372.5M). |
| India | Rs 15 Crore | Gross total; faced competition from Raja Shivaji and Bhooth Bangla. |
Sequel Stats & Reception
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The Investment: The film cost $100 million to produce, a significant step up from the original’s $35 million budget in 2006.
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The Cast: Original stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci all returned, portraying their characters navigating a “much-depleted” modern media landscape.
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Streaming Surge: Anticipation was fueled by a massive 428% increase in streaming viewership of the first film between March and April 2026.
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Critical Verdict: Early reviews have been mixed, focusing on whether the legacy sequel can capture the lightning-in-a-bottle magic of the original in a digital-first world.
Hollywood’s 2026 Leaderboard (Opening Weekends)
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie: $372.5 Million
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The Devil Wears Prada 2: $233.6 Million
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Michael: $217 Million
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Project Hail Mary: $141 Million
Domestic Market (India)
In India, the film maintained steady momentum over its first three days:
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Friday: Rs 3.80 Crore
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Saturday: Rs 4.00 Crore
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Sunday: Rs 3.85 Crore
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Net Total: Rs 13.35 Crore
The success of Prada 2 and the continued strong performance of the Michael Jackson biopic, Michael (which has already crossed $423 million worldwide), signals a robust start to Hollywood’s summer movie season.
