Anne Hathaway has announced that “The Princess Diaries 3” is in the works, signalling her return to the iconic series almost two decades after its 2004 sequel. The 41-year-old actress shared a video on Instagram where she held up three fingers against a backdrop of scenes from the previous films, with the song “Miracles Happen” playing. She captioned the post, “Miracles happen. Back to Genovia,” confirming her involvement and the return of director Adele Lim.
Adele Lim, celebrated for her work on “Crazy Rich Asians” and “Raya and the Last Dragon,” will helm the project. In her statement to Variety, Lim shared her enthusiasm: “As a die-hard fan of the original Princess Diaries, I’m beyond excited to be a part of bringing the third iteration of this beloved franchise to life.” The announcement has sparked excitement among fans, who have expressed their anticipation in the comments.
Hathaway and Julie Andrews were the stars of the first two films. Andrews is expected to join the cast for this sequel, although her participation has not yet been officially confirmed. The upcoming film highlights themes of female empowerment and mentorship that are central to the previous instalments.
