The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel sequel, starring Judi Dench as Evelyn, Bill Nighy as Douglas, and Maggie Smith as Muriel, with new cast Richard Gere as Guy.
Main cast
- Evelyn GreensladeJudi DenchMain
- Douglas AinslieBill NighyMain
- Muriel DonnellyMaggie SmithMain
- Sonny KapoorDev PatelMain
- Guy ChambersRichard GereMain
- Madge HardcastleCelia ImrieMain
- Norman CousinsRonald PickupMain
Supporting cast
- SunainaTina DesaiSupp
- Mrs. KapoorLillete DubeySupp
- KusumTamsin GreigSupp
- Dr. Ravi KapoorShazad LatifSupp
- CarolDiana HardcastleSupp
Guest & voice
- J.D.David StrathairnGuest
- Penny AinsliePenelope WiltonGuest
- ChameliNeena GuptaGuest
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About this cast
The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (titled Marigold Hotel for UK home release) continues the story of the retired British expats in Jaipur. The main cast includes Judi Dench, Bill Nighy and Maggie Smith reprising their roles, with Richard Gere joining as a new resident.
FAQs
Who plays Evelyn in Marigold Hotel?
Judi Dench plays Evelyn Greenslade, a widowed former housekeeper who finds a new life in India.
Who plays Sonny Kapoor in Marigold Hotel?
Dev Patel plays the enthusiastic hotel manager Sonny Kapoor, a role he also played in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.
Is Richard Gere in Marigold Hotel?
Yes, Richard Gere plays Guy Chambers, a new guest at the hotel who becomes a love interest for Sonny’s mother.
Who plays Muriel in Marigold Hotel?
Maggie Smith plays Muriel Donnelly, a no-nonsense former housekeeper who becomes co-manager of the hotel.
What is Marigold Hotel?
Marigold Hotel is the alternative UK title for The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2015), the comedy-drama sequel to The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.
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