It’s now official: Princess Mia Thermopolis is heading back to Genovia! Anne Hathaway has confirmed her return for the long-awaited Princess Diaries 3, delighting fans who have waited nearly two decades for the next instalment of the beloved franchise.
On October 4, Disney announced that they are moving forward with a third film in the Princess Diaries series. This will be the first movie in the franchise since 2004’s The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement. For weeks, speculation swirled over whether Hathaway, who starred as Mia Thermopolis, and Julie Andrews, who played her regal grandmother, would return for the new film.
But now, Hathaway has made her involvement official. Taking to Instagram, the actress shared an iconic moment from the original Princess Diaries film where her character learns she’s royalty and exclaims, “Shut up!” In a playful nod to the news, Hathaway held up three fingers, repeating the famous line. Her caption? “Miracles happen ✨👑 Back to Genovia with @adeleblim @disney @somewherepictures. The fairy tale continues ❤️🔥.”
While Julie Andrews has previously spoken about the third movie, she has yet to confirm her return. Fans are eagerly awaiting further updates, hoping to see the beloved duo back together in Genovia.
As excitement builds, Hathaway’s confirmation has reignited nostalgia for a generation who grew up watching Mia’s transformation from awkward teen to royal princess. The upcoming film, directed by Adena Lim, promises to continue the enchanting tale, exploring the next chapter of Mia’s life as the ruler of Genovia.
Stay tuned for more updates as this magical fairy tale returns to the big screen!
