Crazy Rich Asians

Trivia: Author of the novel Kevin Kwan has a cameo in the montage 'Who is Rachel Chu'.

Trivia: The film made quarter of a billion dollars worldwide in its year of release, and became the highest grossing romantic comedy in 10 years.

Trivia: The film is based on a novel trilogy by Kevin Kwan. The second book is "China Rich Girlfriend", the third is "Rich People Problems."

Trivia: This film inspired former child actor Ke Huy Quan to return to acting, citing "fear of missing out."

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Factual error: In the second-to-last scene, Rachel is leaving Singapore for New York. Nick goes onboard to propose and convinces her to stay in Singapore for one more night. However, this is not possible in Singapore due to strict laws which state that those who enter the departure area must have a boarding pass and intend to leave the country. Those who have a boarding pass but no intention to depart will be prosecuted. In 2018, 40 people were arrested for various offenses, such as sending a friend off or meeting their idols.

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Suggested correction: Nick's family is extremely rich, powerful and famous in Singapore. That might have been enough to get him special treatment or an exception to the rule.

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