Los Angeles, Oct. 9 -- 'Crazy Rich Asians', one of the highest-grossing Hollywood studio romantic comedies at the North American box office in nearly a decade, is all set to be adapted into a drama series.

The film's lead cast, Constance Wu, Henry Golding and Emmy winner Ronny Chieng, will star in the series, along with Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh recurring, as per Deadline.

Based on Kevin Kwan's bestselling books, the series has been in development at HBO for nearly two years. It brings together the film's co-writer Adele Lim, director Jon M. Chu, and producers Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson.

"From a bestselling novel to a blockbuster film and now television, Crazy Rich Asians has solidified its place as one of the most beloved stories...