‘Crazy Rich Asians’ series opens global casting call for Asian men, women

Inquirer.net - Nov 4, 2026

The series adaptation of “Crazy Rich Asians” is looking for new faces to join its expanding cast, as a global casting call is now underway for two Asian characters. Firefly Casting took to Instagram on Tuesday, Nov. 3, to announce that it is accepting audition submissions for the roles of Posy and William, with interested

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