Kevin Kwan
Awards & Honours
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Kevin Kwan's achievements reflect his cultural impact rather than a shelf of competitive trophies. Being named to Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in 2018 placed him alongside world leaders and artists, a recognition of how his work shifted conversations about Asian representation in media. His induction into the Asian Hall of Fame the same year honored his contributions to Asian culture. The Crazy Rich Asians film, which Kwan helped bring to the screen as a producer, became a landmark in Hollywood history as the first major studio production in 25 years with an all-Asian cast, grossing over $238 million worldwide.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Time 100
Named among the 100 most influential people in the world.
Asian Hall of Fame
Inducted for contributions to Asian culture and representation.
Number One New York Times Bestseller
Crazy Rich Asians reached the top of the bestseller list.
Rankings & Lists
Time 100
Five Writers to Watch
Records & Feats
First major Hollywood studio film in 25 years with an all-Asian cast
Crazy Rich Asians (2018) was the first major studio production in 25 years to feature an all-Asian ensemble cast.
Bestselling trilogy translated into 40 languages
The Crazy Rich Asians trilogy has been translated into 40 languages, a remarkable feat for contemporary fiction.