Kevin Kwan’s Sex and Vanity has been picked up for a potential movie adaptation — not surprising considering the success of Crazy Rich Asians movie. Here’s what the know about a potential Sex and Vanity film adaptation so far:
What’s it about? What’s the plot?
Kevin Kwan (known for Crazy Rich Asians) has described Sex and Vanity as being very loosely based off of E. M. Forster’s Room with a View, except starring jet-setting Asian people and a modern setting. Lucie Churchill (part Chinese, part Caucasian) sets eyes on George Zao and dislikes him instantly, but she nonetheless ends up struggling to keep him out of her mind and heart.
Sex and Vanity was released in June 2020.
What format will it be? Will the Sex and Vanity adaptation be a Movie or a Series?
It’s planned as a feature movie.
Who’s behind it?
Sony Pictures and SK Global have optioned the film rights to Sex and Vanity. Kevin Kwan will serve as a producer for the adaptation.
From SK Global’s John Penotti: “Seven years ago, Kevin entrusted us (and our producing partners) with his groundbreaking best-seller Crazy Rich Asians, and ever since, working with him has been a creative dream. With Sex and Vanity, he’s once again created a work of magic, crafting a riveting story about love and identity.”
What’s the status of the Sex and Vanity adaptation?
The adaptation is currently early on in its development. The book has been optioned, but that’s about it so far.
Who’s in the cast?
No casting details have been released yet.
When will it be released?
Currently unknown.
Is there a trailer or teaser available?
Not yet! Stay tuned.
Sex and Vanity Movie Development Timeline
June 30, 2020 Sex and Vanity (novel) is released.
July 9, 2020 Sony Pictures, SK Global to Adapt Kevin Kwan’s Rom-Com ‘Sex and Vanity’
