The Wedding Hustler

The Wedding Hustler is a 2023 American romantic comedy film written and directed by Chris Soriano. The film stars Soriano, Christine S. Chang, Hillary Soriano, Heart Evangelista and Kane Lim.

Plot

A wedding hustler helps a bride and groom throw a surprise wedding.

Cast

Chris Soriano as Chris
Christine S. Chang as The Wedding Planner
Hillary Soriano as Hillary
Heart Evangelista as Heart
Kane Lim as Cam

Production

Principal photography happened in locations around San Diego, California including National City, Mission Valley and Pechanga Resort & Casino. It is based on the Sorianos' own surprise wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic, which took place on the first day of production. Before she was cast, Chang was a real-life wedding planner in Southern California. Heart Evangelista and Kane Lim, were also cast who previously worked together on the reality TV show Bling Empire.

Release

The film was distributed by 1091 Pictures and was released on video on demand on February 7, 2023.