Crazy Rich Asians, one of the most popular movies of the year, has won over viewers in Asia and beyond. Audiences have been intrigued by the modern and heritage set settings featured in the story of protagonist Rachel and her obscenely wealthy boyfriend, Nick, which is set in gorgeous Singapore and has sparked a new interest in the Lion City.

However, some of the movie’s most recognizable sequences were actually shot in the neighboring country of Malaysia.

Here is your guide to hanging out in Malaysia like a crazy-rich Asian if you want to live it up like the movie characters.

Carcosa Seri Negara

This heritage mansion, which served as the fictional Young family’s ancestral home, was in a condition of decay until the mega-hit’s creators discovered it and fell in love with its stately colonial architecture and expansive grounds. The Carcosa Seri Negara twin structures played a significant part in Malaysia’s struggle for independence. The house, which was formerly owned by Frank Swettenham, the first British resident of Malaya, was converted into a luxurious hotel that was frequented by royalty like Queen Elizabeth II and favored by affluent socialites.

The site, which is close to Kuala Lumpur’s Perdana Botanical Gardens, is currently undergoing a second transformation into the Asian Heritage Museum. A collection of artifacts from China, the Malay Archipelago, and beyond, including untold treasures salvaged from ships drowned off the region’s illustrious coasts, will soon be housed in the museum. “Jalan Merdeka,” an exhibition that traces the nation’s journey to freedom, is currently on display.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

Rachel and Eleanor engage in a mahjong battle in one of Crazy Rich Asian’s most memorable sequences. The sequence takes place in the breathtaking courtyard of a traditional Chinese home as a tribute to Joy Luck Club, the final Hollywood movie with an all-Asian cast. The sumptuous design of historical wealthy Penang merchant, Cheong Fatt Tze, includes feng shui components, several ancient treasures, imported Scottish cast iron columns, English art-nouveau stained glass windows, and Stoke-on-Trent floor tiles.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, often known as the Blue Mansion, has won multiple conservation awards since it was restored in the early 2000s. It is currently one of the gems of George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and a boutique hotel close to some of Penang’s top street cuisine and cultural attractions. 

Langkawi Island

The raucous bachelor party scene’s “Rawa Island” is actually the magnificent Langkawi, a collection of 99 picturesque islands with white-sand beaches and grand natural formations sprinkled amongst turquoise oceans.

The breathtaking terrain include karsts, sea caves, arches, stacks, and other breathtaking natural structures. It is the first UNESCO Global Geopark in Southeast Asia. The thick rainforests that cover these half-billion-year-old stone outcrops transform them into a surreal paradise in the tropics.

Four Seasons Resort Langkawi

The bachelorette celebration was also recorded in Langkawi at the opulent Four Seasons Resort Langkawi. The gorgeous coastal getaway and lavish treatment shown on the big screen are available to you as well. The resort, which is tucked away within the Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark, provides the best spa retreats in addition to Mother Nature’s splendor just outside your door.

For a tranquil and romantic escape, stay in one of the Malay-style pavilions or villas, or bring the whole family for a fully catered experience. Enjoy some well-deserved relaxation by the pool or on the 1.5 km of pristine white sand beach.

Astor Bar, St. Regis Kuala Lumpur

The Astor Bar of the St. Regis Kuala Lumpur serves as the location where fashion diva Astrid falls in love with a pricey pair of pearl drop earrings and has been transformed into an upscale jewelry store. It didn’t take much to transform this posh bar into a custom jeweler shop filled with gemstones valued at a fortune by combining old-world beauty with contemporary black-and-gold, marble, and brass accents.

In honor of the movie, The Astor Bar is now offering a special drink called “The Astrid” in addition to its usual selection of Champagne, spirits, and premium vintage wines. In addition, the bar serves a fine selection of cigars and upscale snacks such royal king crab, truffle cream, and Oscietra caviar. This setting perfectly captures the extravagant, extravagantly wealthy splendor of the movie. It is served in a lavish setting beneath a domed ceiling decorated with handcrafted Italian gold tiles.

Make sure to add stops at these stunning Malaysian locations if you want to emulate the popular movie’s Asian adventure. You don’t need to be as affluent as the Young family to have your own crazy-rich experience, from modern Kuala Lumpur to ancient Penang to picturesque Langkawi.