The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement

Five years have passed since Mia's initial exposure to royal life, and she has successfully graduated from Princeton's Woodrow Wilson School of International Affairs. Proud of her achievements, she prepares herself to embrace her royal responsibilities alongside her grandmother, Queen Clarisse.

Mia's extravagant 21st birthday party attracts eligible bachelors from across the realm, signaling her transition into adulthood. During the festivities, she locks eyes with Nicholas Devereaux, sparking an undeniable chemistry as they dance together under the stars.

The day after her birthday, Mia attends a parliamentary session where she learns that Nicholas's uncle, Lord Devereaux, has been proposed as her future husband. Faced with urgency, Mia realizes she has just a month to marry if she wishes to claim the throne.

Recognizing the political implications, Queen Clarisse invites Lord Devereaux to stay at the palace. This move allows Mia to spend more time with Nicholas, whose charming personality continues to interest her amidst the unfolding drama.

After much consideration and concern from her best friend Lilly, Mia ultimately decides to become engaged to Andrew Jacoby, the Duke of Kenilworth. Unknown to her, Viscount Mabrey has a plan in motion to disrupt her engagement with Nicholas.

Viscount Mabrey begins his scheme to thwart Mia's engagement to Andrew by trying to lure her into a relationship with Nicholas. His manipulative tactics aim to position his nephew favorably within the royal framework of Genovia.

While training for her royal duties, Mia struggles to ride sidesaddle due to a lack of experience, prompting Queen Clarisse to provide her with a wooden leg decoy. Tensions mount when the decoy is destroyed by Mabrey, leading to further complications.

During a garden party, an intense argument arises over Mia's marriage to Andrew, culminating in an impulsive kiss stolen by Nicholas. Their passionate encounter ends with them tumbling into a fountain, escalating the romantic tensions between the three characters.

Mia shows her fierce independence by rescuing a group of orphaned children during the Genovian Independence Day parade. Nicholas witnesses her compassionate act, leading him to reconsider his feelings about the crown and the implications of her actions.

Nicholas surprises Mia with a romantic evening at the lake where they share a dance under the stars. Their intimate moment unexpectedly attracts media attention, complicating Mia's position and stirring emotions between her and Andrew.

On the day of her wedding, Mia is overwhelmed by doubt and flees the church, finding the courage to voice her beliefs. Encouraged by Queen Clarisse, she confronts the antiquated royal marriage laws that impose such constraints on her happiness.

Mia's courageous speech urges Parliament to abolish outdated marriage laws, leading to a pivotal shift in royal traditions. Nicholas steps back from his royal ambitions to support Mia, who calls for love to prevail over privilege.

With the law changed and her rightful place secured, Mia is crowned as 'Her Majesty Amelia Mignonette Thermopolis Renaldi, Queen of Genovia.' Her ascension marks a new era for the nation, filled with hope and progressive changes.

To solidify her commitment to her people, Mia inaugurates a new children's home as her first act as queen. This initiative not only reflects her dedication to the wellbeing of her subjects but also emphasizes her growth and transformation into a capable leader.