Jon M. Chu, the director known for his expertise in musical movement and comedic filmmaking, will once again exhibit his talents in the 2024 film, ‘Wicked: Part One,’ set to release this November. Chu is also lauded for his 2018 movie adaptation of ‘Crazy Rich Asians,’ which has been recognized as one of the finest romantic comedies in recent history. Interestingly, there’s more to expect from the literary world of author Kevin Kwan, but the new projects surprisingly exclude the adaptation of ‘China Rich Girlfriend’ to the big screen.
Crazy Rich Asians to Make Its Broadway Debut
A new twist to the ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ saga has been revealed. A report by Deadline has disclosed Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures’ plan to turn the ‘Crazy Rich Trilogy,’ the inspiration behind the hit movie featuring Henry Golding and Constance Wu, into a Broadway musical.
Adding to the excitement, Jon M. Chu is making his debut as a Broadway director. He will be joined by Leah Nanako Winkler, the writer and co-executive producer of ‘Elsbeth,’ who will undertake the task of penning the book. Helen Park, Amanda Green, and Tat Tong will manage the music and lyrics. Although there’s no definitive timeline for the musical’s premiere, an announcement about a pre-Broadway engagement is expected soon.
Speculations Around Crazy Rich Asians’ On-Screen Sequel
While the ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Broadway musical is an intriguing development, fans are still curious about the fate of the film sequel, ‘China Rich Girlfriend.’ The immense popularity of ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ upon its 2018 release prompted plans for film adaptations of Kevin Kwan’s subsequent books, ‘China Rich Girlfriend’ and ‘Rich People Problems.’
However, the merged entity, Warner Bros. Discovery, following the 2021 merger, has raised questions about the future of these projects. In 2022, whispers of a potential revival were heard when Constance Wu received an encouraging update from a producer. The news of a potential spin-off featuring Gemma Chan, another star of the franchise, also circulated. Yet, without any tangible developments since then, fans keep wondering if they will ever see these sequels on the big screen.
Wrapping Up
Despite the uncertainty around the film sequels, it’s heartening to see the ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ narrative continuing its journey on Broadway. The original film significantly amplified Asian representation in Hollywood and was a milestone in the rom-com genre. While it is hoped that the film sequels have not been shelved, the Broadway adaptation reflects Warner Bros. Discovery’s continued interest in the franchise. As eager fans wait for updates on the new developments, they can look forward to Chu’s film, ‘Wicked,’ premiering on November 27th. In the meantime, enjoy more entertainment updates on HitPlay.
