# Karan Johar Has Watched The Devil Wears Prada 47 Times — And His Reaction to Meeting Meryl Streep Proves It

URL: https://technosports.co.in/karan-johar-has-watched-the-devil/  
Published: 2026-04-07  
Updated: 2026-04-07  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

If you ever needed proof that even Bollywood’s biggest filmmaker can turn into a complete fan boy, Karan Johar just delivered it — in the most delightfully unfiltered way possible. KJo recently crossed paths with [The Devil Wears Prada](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Devil_Wears_Prada_(film)) sequel stars **Meryl Streep** and **Anne Hathaway**, and his reaction is all of us.

## Karan Johar — Everything You Need to Know

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Who Met Whom** | Karan Johar, Meryl Streep & Anne Hathaway |
| **Occasion** | *The Devil Wears Prada 2* promotions |
| **KJo’s Reaction** | “My knees were RATTLING” |
| **Times KJo Has Watched TDWP** | 47 times |
| **KJo Called Meryl** | His “guru in the art of acting” |
| **Sequel Release Date** | May 1, 2026 (Global Theatrical) |
| **Returning Cast** | Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci |
| **Upcoming KJo Project** | Reportedly *Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2* |

## “I Felt the Ground Shift” — KJo’s Epic Fan Moment

On April 7, Karan Johar took to Instagram to share photos from what he described as a meeting that made his “knees rattle.” In a candid and deeply personal post, he called Meryl Streep his single biggest source of inspiration in the craft of acting — someone he considers a guru from afar. He revealed he has watched the original *The Devil Wears Prada* a staggering **47 times**, quoting the film at dinner tables, in edit suites, and even during board meetings.

Then came the punchline: meeting Miranda Priestly herself in person left him so overwhelmed, he admitted he tried hard to stay calm but simply couldn’t. The ground literally shifted for him.

![Karan Johar](https://imagedelivery.net/c3a8230fccbe78d87fd4f9ceb00fbeb0/wp-1263912-kkrrsnsnj/public)

He described both Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway as “very warm and welcoming,” adding that the photos from the meeting are going straight into his will. He also teased an upcoming interview or chat with the duo ahead of the May 1 release — something fans are already counting down to.

## What’s The Devil Wears Prada 2 About?

The long-awaited sequel reunites the beloved cast of the 2006 fashion-world classic. Meryl Streep reprises her iconic role as the formidable Miranda Priestly, while Anne Hathaway returns as Andy Sachs. Emily Blunt is back as the sharp-tongued Emily Charlton, and Stanley Tucci returns as the lovable Nigel. The sequel hits global theatres on **May 1, 2026**, and anticipation is through the roof.

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## FAQs  

### **Q: When is The Devil Wears Prada 2 releasing in theatres?**

The sequel releases globally in theatres on May 1, 2026, with the original cast — Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci — all reprising their iconic roles.

### **Q: How many times has Karan Johar watched the original Devil Wears Prada?**

 KJo has watched the original film a remarkable 47 times and has called Meryl Streep his greatest acting inspiration and “guru” throughout his career.