Nearly two decades after the original became a surprise hit, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is making a major statement at the box office. The sequel is off to a powerful start in North America, pulling in an estimated $32.5 million on its first full day in theaters . With that momentum, the film is projected to open between $75 million and $80 million, an impressive figure that signals strong demand for the long-awaited follow-up. A significant portion of that early total came from Thursday preview screenings, which alone generated around $10 million. That preview performance ranks among the strongest for a female-led film in recent years. Internationally, the film is performing even bigger. Early numbers show it has already crossed the $100 million mark globally, with projections pointing toward a $180 million worldwide debut. Several markets, including Brazil and Italy, reported standout opening-day results, helping fuel the film’s early success overseas.…