Pakistan, April 23 -- The premiere of The Devil Wears Prada 2 became less about early reviews and more about a carefully staged media event, as The Walt Disney Company transformed the launch into a high-profile promotional showcase at Lincoln Center.

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The event brought together major cast members including Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, alongside fashion industry figure Anna Wintour. The arrivals were livestreamed on Disney+, turning the premiere into a global digital spectacle.

However, the absence of traditional film critics at the screening raised questions about Disney's strategy. Instead, influencers and social media personalities do...