Asian Male Lead

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In this biting satire of the film industry, an undiscovered actor will do anything to become the next 'Asian leading man' - other than go to therapy.

Released: Jan 19, 2025

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Taylor Fong

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Dumindu Madithiyagasthenna

Susanna Qian

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