Julia Roberts admits to negotiations for a new installment of 'My Best Friend's Wedding' film series
Julia Roberts, the 57-year-old star of the 1997 romantic comedy "My Best Friend's Wedding", has expressed her consideration for a sequel to the beloved film. In a recent interview with Variety, published on September 18, Roberts hinted at the possibility of reprising her role as Julianne Potter.
The interview did not reveal any details about the potential plot of the sequel, but P.J. Hogan, the original director of "My Best Friend's Wedding", once teased a potential plot, joking about Julianne sabotaging yet another wedding.
Luca Guadagnino, the director of "After the Hunt", has also expressed interest in directing the sequel, should the opportunity arise. Guadagnino is not the only one eager for the potential project; Dermot Mulroney, who played Michael O'Neal in the original film, has voiced his enthusiasm, stating, "Maybe it's time. I sure hope so... That movie brought so much joy."
Celine Song has been tapped by Sony to draft a screenplay for the potential sequel. However, there is no available information on the announced release date for the film, nor any details about the production status.
The original film "My Best Friend's Wedding" also starred Cameron Diaz as Kimmy Wallace and Rupert Everett as George. As of now, it remains unclear whether these cast members will be involved in the potential sequel.
The news of a possible "My Best Friend's Wedding" sequel has sparked excitement among fans, who are eager to see Roberts reprise her iconic role. While no concrete plans have been announced, the interest from key players suggests that the sequel could be on the horizon.
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development in the world of romantic comedies.
