In a magical twist that has fans buzzing, Anne Hathaway is officially set to reprise her iconic role as Mia Thermopolis in “Princess Diaries 3,” with the talented Adele Lim taking the director’s chair. Lim, known for her work on hits like “Joy Ride,” “Crazy Rich Asians,” and “Raya and the Last Dragon,” expressed her excitement: “As a diehard 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. We look forward to celebrating its core tenets of female power, joy, and mentorship with audiences worldwide.”
The film is produced by Debra Martin Chase, who was pivotal in launching the franchise, with Hathaway also joining as a producer through her Somewhere Pictures banner. Naia Cucukov, Lim’s producing partner at 100 Tigers, will executive produce alongside Melissa Stack.
Development for “Princess Diaries 3” has been underway since 2022, and Hathaway previously teased fans with a glimpse of progress during a V Magazine interview, saying, “We’re in a good place. There’s nothing to announce yet. But we’re in a good place.” The script is penned by Flora Greeson, with the film expected to continue the story from the original 2001 hit and its 2004 sequel, “Royal Engagement,” rather than rebooting the beloved series.
Adele Lim has proven her prowess in the industry with the blockbuster “Crazy Rich Asians,” which grossed $174 million domestically on a modest budget of $30 million, earning critical acclaim and several award nominations. She made her directorial debut with “Joy Ride” in 2023 and is known for her commitment to empowering female-driven narratives.
With a mission to uplift artists and projects that resonate with female-forward, cross-cultural stories, Lim’s production company, 100 Tigers, is working on various projects across major studios, including Amazon/MGM and HBO Max.
As the excitement builds for “Princess Diaries 3,” fans can look forward to a film that promises to capture the heart and spirit of the franchise while introducing a new generation to the charm of Genovia. Stay tuned for more updates as this enchanting journey unfolds!
