Crazy Rich Arabs SAG AFTRA Casting Call: Feature Film Seeking Middle Eastern & Diverse Talent

Actors may be interested in this SAG AFTRA feature film casting opportunity for Crazy Rich Arabs, a new comedy feature filming in Los Angeles. The production is seeking lead, supporting, and day player roles across a wide range of ages and backgrounds.

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Project & Casting Details

Project: Crazy Rich Arabs

Project Type: Feature Film

Union: SAG AFTRA

Executive Producer: Walid Chaya

Producers: Jimmy Monack, Lara Barry

Director: Peter Takla

Writers: Jimmy Monack, Walid Chaya

Casting Director: Ani Avetyan

Shoot Location: Los Angeles, CA

Tentative Shoot Dates: October to November 2026

Audition Date: September 18, 2026

Submission Deadline: September 4, 2026

Local Hire: Los Angeles actors only

Rates: Leads $260/day to be negotiated; Supporting $150/day; Day Players $125/day

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Roles Seeking

Lead Roles

Amoun: Woman, 50 to 70, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern. A devoted mother and longtime professor with quiet authority, emotional intelligence, warmth, and strength.

Saleem: Man, 50 to 70, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern. A charismatic and successful Los Angeles attorney whose confidence masks family guilt and buried secrets.

Supporting Roles

Reema: Woman, 28 to 35, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern. A polished heiress with a rebellious, adventurous, and comedic side.

Shay: Man, 28 to 35, all ethnicities. A charismatic Airbnb host and Yousouf's trusted confidant who values authenticity and emotional connection.

Amira: Woman, 45 to 50, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern. A glamorous, dramatic, and perceptive woman with a larger than life personality.

Mrs. Najjar: Woman, 35 to 50, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern. Passionate, outspoken, dramatic, and comedic.

Kristen: Woman, 25 to 28, all ethnicities. A confident and flirtatious server with strong comedic instincts.

Layla: Woman, 28 to 35, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern. A sharp witted bartender and successful business owner who is Omar's longtime friend.

Day Player Roles

• Khaled, Nabeel, Nadeem, Mr. Najjar, Judge Spencer, Mr. Barber, Thief, Drag Queen, Lindsay Lohan Look Alike or Drag Queen

• Speed Dating Women 1 through 4

• Beautiful Women 1 and 2

• Leather Girl

• Whip Girl
  

Roles vary in age, ethnicity, personality, and performance requirements. Several roles call for strong comedic timing, improvisation, charisma, or specific cultural backgrounds.

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How to Submit

📅 Submission Deadline: September 4, 2026

🎬 Audition Date: September 18, 2026

📍 Filming: Los Angeles, California

🎥 Submission Platform: Actors Access

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