Hold onto your designer handbags, Crazy Rich Asians fans—the opulent world of Rachel, Nick, and Singapore’s elite is expanding! Director Jon M. Chu just dropped a glittering bombshell: a Crazy Rich Asians TV series is officially in early development, promising to dive deeper into the lavish, drama-filled lives the blockbuster movie only scratched.
In an exclusive interview, Chu confessed the 2018 rom-com smash “left too many stories untold.” He teased, “A two-hour movie wasn’t enough. We’ve got scheming aunties, forbidden romances, and billion-dollar secrets that never made it to the big screen. A series lets us unpack everything.”
While plot details are under wraps, Chu hinted the show will explore fan-favorite book characters axed from the film, like Nick’s rebellious cousin Oliver T’sien and Astrid’s tech-genius ex-boyfriend Charlie Wu. “Imagine Succession meets Bridgerton, but with way more satay parties and couture showdowns,” he joked.
The original film—which grossed $238 million globally—catapulted stars like Constance Wu and Henry Golding to fame. While casting for the series isn’t confirmed, Chu teased “surprise returns” alongside fresh faces. Fans are already flooding social media with hopes for Awkwafina’s scene-stealing Goh Peik Lin to host a spin-off talk show.
But wait—will the series adapt Kevin Kwan’s book sequels, China Rich Girlfriend and Rich People Problems? Chu stayed coy: “Let’s just say… we’re building a universe.”
Production timelines remain secret, but insiders whisper the project is a “top priority” for Warner Bros. One thing’s clear: the mahjong tables are set for a comeback. As Chu put it: “Get ready. This isn’t just a show—it’s a lifestyle.”