'Djinn Under Contract' Cast: The Stars Powering This Wish-Filled Romance Drama

A genie finally earns his freedom after thousands of years, but only if he agrees to marry a billionaire heiress who barely notices his sacrifices. Meet the cast bringing the emotional fantasy romance of “Djinn Under Contract” to life.

A magical wish turns into a complicated marriage in “Djinn Under Contract,” the fantasy romance series that blends billionaire family drama with heartbreak and second chances. Led by Eric Guilmette and Nikki Leigh, the series follows a genie forced into a five-year marriage that slowly becomes far more emotional than either side expected.

Here’s a closer look at the main cast powering ReelShort's “Djinn Under Contract.”

The poster for "Djinn Under Contract" | Source: youtube/reelshortapp

Eric Guilmette as Elijah Baran / The Djinn

Eric Guilmette leads the series as Elijah “Eli” Baran, a genie who finally gains his freedom after thousands of years trapped inside a magic lamp. However, billionaire Steven Parrish places one final condition on that freedom: Eli must marry his granddaughter Christine Parrish for five years.

Eric Guilmette as The Djinn in "Djinn Under Contract" | Source youtube/reelshortapp

To honor the wish, Eli transforms into a human and spends years quietly supporting and protecting Christine behind the scenes while helping her become a successful CEO. Despite his loyalty and devotion, Christine constantly dismisses him as little more than a glorified helper during their marriage.

Eric Guilmette as Elijah Baran in "Djinn Under Contract" | Source youtube/reelshortapp

As the contract nears its end, Eli becomes emotionally exhausted by Christine’s lack of love and respect. He eventually decides to leave the marriage behind and pursue a life where he is finally free to live for himself.

Guilmette has become one of the most recognizable faces in the vertical drama space. The Los Angeles-based actor, producer, and poet has appeared in dozens of vertical series across multiple platforms, including “You Belong With Me,” “Chosen By Fate,” “Campus Rivals,” and “The Unwanted Mate.”

Eric Guilmette behind the scenes of "Djinn Under Contract" | Source: instagram/erictaylorguilmette

Outside of vertical dramas, Guilmette also appeared in the holiday feature “Tails of Christmas,” which premiered on Great American Family and Amazon Prime in 2024. He is also one of the producers and creators behind the vampire-themed vertical series “Love & Blood.”

His background extends beyond acting. Guilmette has modeled for more than 200 romance novel covers and released a poetry book titled “sex and oatmeal” in 2025.

Nikki Leigh as Christine Parrish

Nikki Leigh stars as Christine Parrish, the ambitious billionaire heiress whose five-year marriage to Eli slowly unravels as she struggles to recognize his worth.

Christine spends much of the series prioritizing work and keeping emotional distance from Eli while still carrying unresolved feelings tied to her former love, Tony Roth. When Tony suddenly returns hoping to win her back, the cracks in her marriage become impossible to ignore.

Nikki Leigh as Christine Parrish in "Djinn Under Contract" | Source youtube/reelshortapp

Although Christine eventually signs the divorce papers after years of tension with Eli, she later begins questioning whether letting him go was a mistake. As Eli moves on and starts rebuilding his life without her, Christine finds herself unable to understand why he could suddenly walk away after everything he sacrificed for her.

Leigh is an actress, model, and social media personality from Orange County, California. She previously hosted on Sirius XM and worked as an on-air talent for KDOC. She has also built a large social media following centered around fitness, lifestyle, and wellness content.

Nikki Leigh behind the scenes of "Djinn Under Contract" | Source: instagram/missnikkileigh

Her acting credits include “Two and a Half Men,” “NCIS,” “The Bold and the Beautiful,” “Open Marriage,” and “The Wedding Ringer.” More recently, she has appeared in several vertical dramas, including “Step Aside, I’m the King of Capital” and “Healing Towers.”

Leigh’s background in athletics and stunt work also stands out. She trained in gymnastics and dance growing up and has experience in stunt driving, gun handling, and target shooting.

Raina Silver as Ruby Hiller

Raina Silver plays Ruby Hiller, the daughter of a wealthy man whose life is saved by Eli. In return for helping Ruby’s father recover from a serious illness, Eli asks him to award Christine an important business deal she desperately wanted, continuing his pattern of quietly helping his wife succeed from the shadows.

Raina Silver as Ruby Hiller in "Djinn Under Contract" | Source: instagram/rainasilver

After Eli leaves Christine and begins living independently, Ruby becomes one of the few people who genuinely appreciates him. She welcomes him into her family estate, helps him rebuild his life, and eventually develops feelings for him after seeing how poorly he was treated during his marriage.

Ruby’s growing closeness with Eli becomes one of the major emotional turning points in the story, especially as Christine begins trying to win him back.

Eric Guilmette and Raina Silver behind the scenes of "Djinn Under Contract" | Source instagram/rainasilver

Silver brings a strong theater background to the role. She was raised mainly in Hawai‘i and trained at NYU Tisch and Stella Adler Studio. She has also worked extensively in off-Broadway and immersive theater productions.

Her screen credits include appearances in CBS’ “FBI,” “Power Book III: Raising Kanan,” “Carry the Darkness,” and “Cleaning His Mansion, Catching His Heart.”

According to her website, Silver began performing at a young age after landing her first major role in a production of “The Sound of Music” at age five. Her performance background also includes singing, aerial work, and stage combat.

Kyle Glenn as Tony Roth

Kyle Glenn appears as Tony Roth, Christine’s former love and a retired football star who reenters her life years after breaking her heart to pursue his NFL career.

Tony aggressively tries to pull Christine back into his life while repeatedly antagonizing Eli throughout the series. His return creates even more emotional turmoil inside the already fragile marriage and pushes Eli closer toward finally walking away.

As Christine’s feelings become increasingly conflicted, Tony continues positioning himself as the man she should be with, creating one of the story’s central emotional triangles.

Nikki Leigh as Christine Parrish and Kyle Glenn as Tony Roth in in "Djinn Under Contract" | Source youtube/reelshortapp

Glenn’s career spans indie films, theater, improv, commercials, and network television. According to his website biography, he began working in modeling before transitioning into improv and acting full-time in New York City.

His credits include “Bull,” “Angelfish,” “Nightbirds,” and “Almost by Heller and Stone.” He has also appeared in major commercial campaigns for brands including Burger King, American Express, Bose, and Stella.

Outside acting, Glenn has worked in voiceover, podcasting, photography, and live music performance.

“Djinn Under Contract” is available on ReelShort. The fantasy romance series follows a magical marriage arrangement that slowly transforms into a story about sacrifice, regret, and whether love can survive after years of being taken for granted.