Andrew Ahn’s Remake of Ang Lee’s 1995’s Romantic Comedy ‘The Wedding Banquet’ Gets First Trailer

The highly anticipated remake of The Wedding Banquet has dropped its first trailer, giving audiences a glimpse into the heartfelt and comedic story of a green-card marriage gone wrong. Directed by Andrew Ahn, the film is a modern reimagining of Ang Lee’s 1993 classic and has already received praise following its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.

The story follows two queer couples—Angela (Kelly Marie Tran) and Lee (Lily Gladstone), and Chris (Bowen Yang) and Min (Han Gi-chan)—who find themselves entangled in a complicated arrangement. Angela and Lee have struggled with unsuccessful IVF treatments but can’t afford another attempt.

Meanwhile, Min, who comes from a wealthy but conservative family, is in a tough spot as his student visa is about to expire. After his boyfriend Chris turns down his marriage proposal, Min makes an unconventional offer to Angela—he’ll pay for her IVF treatment if she marries him for a green card.

The plan seems simple enough until Min’s grandmother, played by Academy Award winner Youn Yuh-jung, unexpectedly arrives from Korea. Instead of a quick, quiet marriage, she insists on an elaborate wedding celebration, forcing everyone involved to keep up appearances.

Alongside Tran, Gladstone, Yang, and Han, the film features a strong supporting cast, including Joan Chen and Youn Yuh-jung. The performances have been widely praised, with critics noting the film’s ability to blend humor with deeper emotional themes. While the original The Wedding Banquet leaned more into comedy, this remake brings a stronger emotional core, making it a fresh yet respectful take on the beloved story.

Bleecker Street is set to release The Wedding Banquet in theaters on April 18, and with the buzz from Sundance, it’s shaping up to be one of the must-watch romantic comedies of the year.

You can watch the trailer here:

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