The Devil Wears Prada 2 Box Office Day 1: $40.5M Global Opening as Sequel Beats Recent Releases
After nearly two decades, the iconic quartet of Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci has returned to the big screen with The Devil Wears Prada 2, the much-anticipated sequel to the 2006 cult hit The Devil Wears Prada. The film has opened to a strong global response, reflecting years of anticipation among fans.
Worldwide Box Office Start
The Devil Wears Prada 2 has recorded a worldwide opening of $40.5 million, according to Box Office Mojo. The film also benefited from strong early momentum, earning $10 million from Thursday preview shows in the US.
On Friday alone, the film collected approximately $33 million in the US (including previews), positioning it closely with recent releases such as Michael, while outperforming several competing titles, including Project Hail Mary and It Ends With Us in preview performance.
Industry estimates suggest the sequel is now targeting a domestic weekend total of around $80 million, which would mark a solid comeback for the long-awaited franchise return.
US Performance
In the US market, the film has shown strong early traction. Its opening day figure of $33 million places it among the better-performing Hollywood releases of the season. Analysts note that nostalgia and the returning original cast have played a key role in driving audience turnout.
India Box Office Performance
In India, the film has also registered a respectable start. According to trade tracker Sacnilk, The Devil Wears Prada 2 earned:
- ₹3.8 crore nett on opening day (Friday)
- ₹1.7 crore from paid Thursday previews
- ₹5.5 crore combined opening day total
- ₹6.57 crore gross collection
The film’s performance indicates steady interest among urban audiences, particularly in metro cities.
Outlook
With strong nostalgia value and a globally recognizable cast, The Devil Wears Prada 2 has opened on a positive note across major markets. While it remains to be seen how it sustains over the weekend, the film has already managed to outperform several recent Hollywood releases and secure a solid worldwide start.
If momentum continues, the sequel could emerge as one of the stronger legacy follow-ups in recent years.
