Anna Kendrick to direct The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo adaptation.

The best-selling novel that captivated millions of readers is finally taking another massive step toward the screen. This time, Hollywood icon Anna Kendrick is officially at the helm.

For years, fans of "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" have debated one burning question: who should step into the glamorous shoes of Evelyn? Now, there’s a brand-new conversation dominating social media.

According to reports first confirmed by "Deadline", Netflix has tapped actress and film-maker Anna Kendrick to direct the highly-anticipated movie adaptation of Taylor Jenkins Reid’s beloved novel.

The move marks a major career milestone for the "Pitch Perfect" star. It also signals a fresh chapter for a project that has faced several creative shifts behind the scenes.