Asian Character Portrayal in ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Sparks Boycott Calls

Critics say the portrayal of an Asian character in the sequel evokes a derogatory slur and other stereotypes.

(L–R) Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway), Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep), and Nigel Kipling (Stanley Tucci), in “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” 20th Century Fox/MovieStillsDB

“The Devil Wears Prada 2” is facing a wave of backlash ahead of its global release, following online calls to boycott the film over controversy surrounding a newly introduced character.

Criticism is flooded in from China, Japan, South Korea, and Hong Kong, after viewers say a promotional clip from the movie, released earlier this month, evokes a racist anti-Asian slur and other stereotypes.