Step into the glittering universe of high fashion, where the only thing that rivals the cost of a couture gown is the paycheck of its star-studded cast. "The Devil Wears Prada 2" has set the scene not just for fashionista fantasies but also for jaw-dropping salaries. With a production tag hitting a cool $100 million, this sequel is pulling out all the stops to ensure it's not just another pricey runway show.
Miranda Priestly returns, demanding not just respect but a budget that would make any fashion mogul blush. Meryl Streep, reprising her role as the indomitable editor, commands a whopping $10 million to $15 million. Her paycheck makes her the film's top-billed talent. Back in the day, she earned $5 million for the original film – what a glow-up!
Anne Hathaway, stepping back into Andy Sachs' shoes, is no stranger to the big bucks either, with estimates suggesting she's pocketing between $7 million and $10 million. Her draw at the box office is undeniable. Emily Blunt, meanwhile, has blossomed into an A-list powerhouse, and her new role, which sees her climbing the ranks at Dior, bags her $8 million to $12 million.
Stanley Tucci returns as the beloved Nigel Kipling, earning a cool $2 million to $4 million, a nod to his invaluable contribution as the film's moral compass. Lady Gaga, in a cameo role, wows audiences with her original song "Runway," for a fee of $2.5 million.
New faces bring fresh energy and talent to the mix. Kenneth Branagh, stepping in as Miranda's husband, commands $3 million to $5 million. With Simone Ashley bringing her "Bridgerton" stardom into the mix, her salary of $1 million to $2 million seems well deserved. Patrick Brammall and Lucy Liu also join the cast, alongside fashion icon Donatella Versace making a cameo for $500,000 to $1 million.
As the film's gross heads north of $233.6 million worldwide, the hefty salaries and iconic collaborations seem to pay off. "The Devil Wears Prada 2" is not only a visual feast but a testament to the power of its dazzling cast.
“With these salaries, 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' is proving that fashion and film are a match made in designer heaven,” comments an industry expert.
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