Joey King, who is now a redhead, joins Practical Magic 2.

The spell has officially been cast. Practical Magic 2 is officially coming and it just got a lot more magical after months of rumors and whispers on fan forums.

The most recent name to stir things up? In addition to joining the ensemble alongside Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, Joey King is introducing a brand-new hairstyle that is already generating buzz: scorching red hair. Yes, you read correctly. Now a full-fledged redhead, the brunette sweetheart of The Kissing Booth is exuding a lot of witchy energy.

From Witchy Royalty to Teen Rom-Coms

King has long been noted for her vivacious, girl-next-door charm and is most famous for her breakthrough performance in Netflix's The Kissing Booth series. However, there is a noticeable change in tone and texture with this new chapter.

With its seductive fusion of sisterhood, moonlit spells, family curses, and a healthy dose of mid-'90s nostalgia, the original 1998 movie carved out a cherished niche. Nearly thirty years later, the enchantment is being reignited, and King's casting demonstrates that the directors are committed to fusing classic appeal with a current, fresh energy.

Coupeville, Washington: Returning to the Source of Magic

Filming will resume in Coupeville, a fog-shrouded jewel of a hamlet in Washington state that served as the backdrop for the first film. As the village gets ready to be transformed once more into the eerily beautiful world of the Owens family, locals are already talking about sightings and set building.

King's flaming new hair color is not merely for show; it is a visual cue that her character might have a strong witchcraft heritage from when we first met her all those years ago. Although her position is yet unknown, admirers have already begun to speculate: Does she portray a member of the Owens family? A long-lost relative? A renegade sorcerer seeking atonement?

Implications for the Legacy of Practical Magic

A cult masterpiece is never safe to revive. However, it appears that this sequel is not playing it safe by bringing in a fearless, surprising performer like King, who has made the transition from teen queen to Emmy-nominated powerhouse (The Act, anyone?).

Furthermore, Practical Magic was never about being cautious. It was about defying convention, accepting your uniqueness, and drawing strength from the bonds that unite women of all ages.

Perhaps Practical Magic 2 will be about ruling the world, something Joey King appears more than willing to do, if the first movie was about surviving it as a woman with too much power.