‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Is Holding A Global Casting Call For 2 New Roles In Its HBO Series
The casting search is looking for an East Asian woman in her 30s and a Chinese man in his 20s.
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Fans of Crazy Rich Asians might soon have a chance to be part of its next chapter, as the upcoming HBO television series is holding a global casting search for two new roles
According to a casting call by Firefly Casting, the production is currently accepting audition submissions for the characters Posy and William.
Here's what we know about the casting call.
The production is looking for two actors to play Posy and William
The first role is Posy, a woman in her 30s of East Asian descent.
She is described as beautiful, glamorous, and brazenly ambitious. A former socialite and social climber, her marriage to a notorious tycoon has fallen apart.
Despite her circumstances, Posy remains flamboyant, shameless, and unapologetic, with a strong appetite for wealth, status, and attention. The character is also described as being equal parts outrageous, calculating, and oddly endearing.
Applicants auditioning for Posy must be fluent in English and familiar with Mandarin.
The second role is William, a Chinese man in his 20s.
He is described as the charismatic, handsome, and extremely wealthy son of a Shanghai real estate billionaire.
A charming and thrill-seeking 'princeling' with a mischievous streak, William has a larger-than-life personality. However, beneath his carefree exterior is someone surprisingly open-hearted, with a genuine desire to connect with others.
Applicants auditioning for William must be fluent in English and conversational in Mandarin.
Here's how to audition for the Crazy Rich Asians HBO series
The casting search is being conducted by Firefly Casting, which is accepting submissions from interested talents around the world.
Those interested in auditioning can refer to the self-tape submission instructions and audition scenes provided for their chosen role.
The stated submission period runs until 30 November 2026, with the casting listing displaying a deadline of 1 December at 4am.
Apply here.
