Fans of The Princess Diaries have something big to look forward to as Anne Hathaway has hinted at a return to the world of Genovia for a long-awaited third installment. The news of a new Princess Diaries film was shared by Hathaway on October 4, 2024, via her Instagram account, exciting fans across the world.
Anne Hathaway Reacts to The Princess Diaries 3
The 41-year-old actress shared a playful video in which she counted to three with her fingers while scenes from the previous films played in the background. One of the standout moments of the video was when Hathaway, as Mia Thermopolis, is surprised by the revelation of her royal lineage. Her famous “shut up” line was echoed in the video as she continued to raise two, then three fingers, symbolizing the countdown to the third movie. The video also featured the popular song Miracles Happen (When You Believe) by Myra, which was used in the original 2001 movie.
In the caption of her post, Hathaway expressed her joy about the third film:
“Miracles happen . Back to Genovia with @adeleblim @disney @somewherepictures. The fairy tale continues.“
This joyful announcement sent waves of excitement throughout the fanbase, who have long awaited confirmation of another sequel. Notable celebrities, including Kelly Clarkson, commented on the post, expressing their own excitement, with Clarkson stating she was already “seated” and ready for the return of Genovia’s royal family.
Adele Lim Directs the Third Installment
Alongside Hathaway’s post, Adele Lim, the director behind successful films like Crazy Rich Asians and Joy Ride, confirmed to Variety that the project is in development. Lim expressed her enthusiasm about bringing The Princess Diaries 3 to life, stating:
“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.”
Lim’s involvement brings a fresh yet thoughtful perspective to the series, ensuring that the next movie will stay true to the charm of the originals. Lim also hinted at continuing the themes of empowerment and happiness that have been central to the Princess Diaries films.
Long-Awaited Sequel
The first Princess Diaries movie, which premiered in 2001, introduced audiences to Mia Thermopolis, a high school girl who discovers she is the heir to the throne of the fictional kingdom of Genovia. The sequel, The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, followed in 2004, and the two films have since become fan favorites, thanks to their heartwarming stories and performances by Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway.
Despite fan anticipation for nearly two decades, the third film has faced several delays. Hathaway had previously expressed her hopes for a third installment in an interview with People in January 2023. She acknowledged that the production process for the film has been slow but reassured fans that the team is working hard to make it happen.
Both The Princess Diaries and The Princess Diaries 2 are currently available for streaming on Disney+, where new fans and long-time viewers can revisit the beloved story while awaiting the release of the third film.
The Return of the Genovian Fairytale
With Anne Hathaway returning as the beloved Mia Thermopolis and Adele Lim at the helm, excitement is building around the Princess Diaries 3. While no official release date has been set, the confirmation of the project has already sparked a frenzy of joy and anticipation among fans of the franchise.
As Hathaway stated in her Instagram post, “miracles happen,” and it seems that fans will soon be returning to Genovia for more royal adventures.
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