Rachel Chu, an economics professor at NYU, is excited to accompany her boyfriend, Nick Young, to his best friend's wedding in Singapore. She looks forward to meeting his family and learning more about his heritage. Upon arrival, Rachel is shocked to discover that Nick is a scion of one of Asia's wealthiest and most influential families, and his mother, Eleanor, is the matriarch of their high society life. Unprepared for the lavish lifestyle and social politics of the ultra-rich, Rachel feels like a fish out of water but is resolved to win over Nick's family.

Amidst glittering skyscrapers and opulent parties, Rachel faces a relentless barrage of skepticism and condescension from Nick's social circle. Her most formidable opponent is Eleanor, who questions Rachel's intentions and suitability as a partner for her son. With her relationship and self-worth under siege, Rachel must navigate the complex dynamics of this new world while confronting her own past, all in the relentless spotlight of Singapore's elite.