My Best Friend’s Wedding 2: Celine Song to Write Julia Roberts Sequel

Well, well, well… looks like someone’s crashing another wedding! In a plot twist worthy of Julianne Potter herself, Sony’s dropped some properly exciting news: they’ve nabbed Past Lives genius Celine Song to pen a sequel to the ultimate 90s rom-com, My Best Friend’s Wedding. And honestly? I haven’t been this chuffed about a film announcement since they told us Barbie was getting made.

From Past Lives to Wedding Bells

If you’ve been living under a rock (or stuck in a karaoke bar singing “I Say A Little Prayer”), Celine Song is the mastermind behind 2023’s Past Lives – you know, that gorgeously heart-wrenching film that had us all ugly-crying into our popcorn. The Oscar-nominated writer-director is now set to bring her unique take on love and relationships to this beloved franchise.

Speaking of the original, I recently rewatched it at a mate’s movie night, and crikey, it still holds up! Julia Roberts playing a food critic trying to sabotage her best friend’s wedding? Pure genius. The film’s darker edges (let’s be honest, Julianne was proper villain-coded) mixed with proper belly laughs created something special – and Song’s proven track record with complex relationships suggests she’ll nail this delicate balance.

What Could the Sequel Look Like?

While we’re all crossing our fingers for Julia Roberts to return (because honestly, what’s My Best Friend’s Wedding without our favourite food critic?), the project’s still in early days. But given Song’s previous work, we might expect:

• A more nuanced take on modern relationships
• That signature blend of humor and heartache
• Perhaps a look at Julianne Potter in 2025 – is she still reviewing restaurants? Did she ever find love?

FAQ: Everything We Know So Far

Will Julia Roberts return for the sequel?

No official casting announcements have been made yet, but given Roberts’ recent return to rom-coms with Ticket to Paradise, it’s not outside the realm of possibility.

When will My Best Friend’s Wedding 2 be released?

The project is in early development at Sony, with Song just beginning the screenplay. Based on typical production timelines, we’re looking at 2026 at the earliest.

Will other original cast members return?

There’s no word yet on whether Cameron Diaz, Dermot Mulroney, or Rupert Everett might reprise their roles, but watch this space!

Why This Could Actually Be Brilliant

Look, I know what you’re thinking – another sequel? But hear me out. Song’s not your typical choice for a rom-com sequel, and that’s exactly why this could be amazing. Her work on Past Lives showed she understands the complexity of long-term relationships and the “what-ifs” that haunt us. Imagine that sensibility applied to Julianne Potter’s story – a character who’s essentially the queen of “what-if” scenarios!

Plus, in an era where rom-coms are having a proper renaissance (hello, Anyone But You), having a fresh perspective on a beloved classic could be just what we need. Remember how we all doubted Top Gun: Maverick? Look how that turned out!

The Bottom Line

Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the original or just curious about what Song will bring to the table, this sequel’s got serious potential. While we wait for more details, maybe it’s time to dig out that old DVD and practice our “I Say A Little Prayer” routine. You know, just in case we need to crash any weddings ourselves.

What are your thoughts on this unexpected pairing? Drop a comment below – and if you’ve got any dream casting suggestions, we’re all ears! Just please, for the love of everything holy, let’s keep the karaoke scenes.