In a hilarious yet heartwarming story inspired by real immigrant experiences, Hotel, Motel Patel follows an ambitious Indian family who move to America chasing the dream acirc;euro;rdquo; only to find themselves running an old, broken-down motel in the middle of nowhere.
From demanding guests and cultural mix-ups to wild relatives and unexpected friendships, every day brings new chaos and laughter. The Patels must juggle tradition with modern life, business with emotion, and family pride with personal dreams, all while learning what it really means to belong.
Filled with colorful characters, witty humor, and touching moments, this film captures the struggles and spirit of NRIs everywhere mdash; those who left home to build a new one. And in the end, when the dust settles and the neon ldquo;VACANCYrdquo; sign flickers one last time, the story leaves a powerful message.
Duration will vary based on the character requirements. Margaret is expected to be needed for approximately 1ndash;3 shoot days, depending on scheduling and production needs. David, as a principal supporting role, will be required for a longer duration across the production schedule.
Travel and accommodation will be fully provided by production for both roles.
NOTE: Submit your resume to casting notices within the initial 24-hour window. Promptness often translates to increase visibility.
Casting: By submission
Shoot Dates: August 10 - September 10
Location: Primarily filming in Lexington, Kentucky and Atlanta, Georgia.