Mckenna Grace continues her themed fashion tour in support of the upcoming Hunger Games prequel film, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. During a recent red carpet appearance in Berlin, the actress wore a stunning gown featuring a fiery print that immediately brought to mind Katniss Everdeen's iconic outfit originally worn by Jennifer Lawrence. The look has become one of the most talked-about moments of the film's promotional campaign, set to hit theaters on November 19, 2026.
Fiery Attire by Cong Tri
For the Berlin event, Grace chose a custom-made creation by designer Cong Tri. The multi-colored ensemble features shimmering details around the corset area and a pleated skirt. The striking print of red and yellow lines mimicking licking flames drew the most attention, establishing a direct visual link to one of the most recognizable costumes from the original saga. The actress completed her striking look with wavy hair and bold, eye-accentuated makeup.
Fashion Tour Promoting the Prequel
The actress kicked off her style tour on October 6 in Paris at the event titled "Elegance Is Authority: The Story, Style and Power of Panem," where she wore a Monique Lhuillier dress echoing Katniss Everdeen's wedding gown. Throughout the promotional campaign, Grace has also stepped out in designs by Almée Couture, Mônot, and Betsey Johnson. Each of these outfits incorporated subtle nods to the characters, symbols, or landscapes of the upcoming movie, forming a cohesive visual narrative for the film's rollout.
Plot and Cast Details
Set 24 years before Katniss Everdeen stepped onto the arena, the prequel focuses on a young Haymitch Abernathy—played by Joseph Zada—as he competes in the 50th Hunger Games. Mckenna Grace portrays the twins Maysilee and Merilee, tributes from District 12. The star-studded cast also includes Jesse Plemons, Ralph Fiennes, Whitney Peak, and Maya Hawke, with studio reports confirming additional appearances by Glenn Close, Kieran Culkin, Elle Fanning, and Kelvin Harrison Jr. Francis Lawrence returns to direct the picture.
Return of the Original Cast
Jennifer Lawrence recently confirmed her involvement in the new film, and several other stars from the original series are reportedly joining her. Thus, Grace's Berlin appearance in her fiery gown serves not just as a fashion statement, but as part of a grand strategy to reintroduce the franchise to theaters and unite two generations of actors on screen.
