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Henry Golding Talks Crazy Rich Asians Sequel and Potential Return of Jon M. Chu

The Crazy Rich Asians franchise has become a significant cultural touchstone since its release in 2018. With its stellar cast, including Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Awkwafina, and Michelle Yeoh, the rom-com captivated audiences worldwide. Almost immediately, fans began buzzing about the sequel, China Rich Girlfriend, based on the second book in Kevin Kwan’s best-selling series. However, despite early announcements, progress on the Crazy Rich Asians sequel has been slow. Now, Henry Golding reveals that “things are in motion” for the much-anticipated follow-up, and we’re all hoping his wish for Jon M. Chu to return becomes a reality.

What Did Henry Golding Say About the Crazy Rich Asians Sequel and Jon M. Chu’s Involvement?

After the immense success of Crazy Rich Asians, fans eagerly awaited news about the sequel. The film’s popularity, especially for its diverse representation, made China Rich Girlfriend one of the most talked-about sequels in Hollywood. Initially, it was announced that the original creative team, including director Jon M. Chu, writers Peter Chiarelli and Adele Lim, would return. However, several production delays and changes in the creative team stalled the sequel’s progress.

Recently, during an interview with E! News, Henry Golding offered some hope for fans, saying that things are finally starting to move forward with the Crazy Rich Asians sequel:

“They’re just getting Adele Lim, who’s helming. She’s a showrunner and one of the writers on the first one with Peter Chiarelli. But, she came over to London, maybe about four weeks ago to see me and Gemma to talk about our characters. So things are happening, you know? Things are, like, in motion.”

This update is exciting, but it’s not the first time we’ve heard optimistic news about the project. After China Rich Girlfriend was announced, both Chiarelli and Lim were originally set to return. Jon M. Chu, known for his blockbuster direction of Crazy Rich Asians, was also confirmed to reprise his role. However, due to delays—including a pay dispute that led to Lim stepping away—fans have been left wondering if the same magic would return for the sequel.

Is Jon M. Chu Returning for China Rich Girlfriend?

While the involvement of Jon M. Chu in the Crazy Rich Asians sequel remains uncertain, Henry Golding’s comments bring a glimmer of hope. As Golding mentioned, Chu and Lim are currently working on a Crazy Rich Asians series for Max, with Lim serving as showrunner and both Lim and Chu executive producing. However, Chu’s involvement in the China Rich Girlfriend film has not been confirmed.

Despite Chu’s busy schedule—having recently directed In the Heights and with Wicked: For Good lined up for release in November 2025—Golding is hopeful about the possibility of Chu joining the film:

“Who knows? If we can lock down Jon Chu somewhere there; he’s a billion-dollar man at the moment. Oh my god. That guy! But, you know, we’re trying to get back the team as much as possible.”

With Chu’s massive success, it’s understandable that his time is in high demand, but fans are still hoping he’ll find a way to contribute his cinematic expertise to the long-awaited Crazy Rich Asians sequel. Golding, alongside Lim and the team, is working hard to bring back the beloved cast and crew for the sequel, and it seems like good things may be on the horizon.

Final Thoughts: Will China Rich Girlfriend Become a Reality?

As of now, the Crazy Rich Asians sequel is making steady progress, with the creative team working to bring the story of China Rich Girlfriend to life. While it remains unclear if Jon M. Chu will return as director, fans can still hold out hope. With Golding’s optimism and the momentum behind the project, there’s a good chance the sequel will live up to the high expectations set by the original.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Crazy Rich Asians sequel and China Rich Girlfriend, as fans continue to wait for this long-awaited continuation of the iconic rom-com.