AceShowbiz - In a thrilling development for fans of classic cinema and contemporary pop culture alike, Warner Bros is moving ahead with a remake of the 1992 hit film, "The Bodyguard" originally fronted by Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston.

The studio has enlisted director Sam Wrench, renowned for his work on the record-shattering concert movie "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour", and screenwriter Jonathan A. Abrams of "Juror No. 2" fame, to work on the project.

The original "The Bodyguard" was a monumental success, grossing $411 million worldwide and earning two Oscar nominations. Not only was it a cinematic triumph, but its soundtrack also became the best-selling album by a female artist of all time, featuring unforgettable hits like "I Will Always Love You" and "I'm Every Woman".

Wrench and Abrams' involvement was revealed in an interview with Warner Bros' co-film bosses Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy. Given the original film's stellar lineup, the selection of actors is expected to be another major talking point.

The original movie follows former Secret Service agent Frank Farmer, portrayed by Costner, who is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron, played by Houston. A thrilling mix of drama, romance, and suspense unfolds as Frank battles to thwart a dangerous stalker targeting Rachel.

The new iteration of "The Bodyguard" joins a growing list of Warner Bros' ambitious revamps of its intellectual properties. This includes fresh takes on "The Matrix" with Drew Goddard, the return of "Beetlejuice", and revivals of cult classics like "Practical Magic" and "Goonies".

As Hollywood gears up for this exciting remake, movie enthusiasts and fans of the original will be keeping a close eye on the casting choices. Who will step into the iconic roles of Frank Farmer and Rachel Marron? With a combination of classic allure and contemporary vibrancy, Warner Bros appears ready to deliver another hit with "The Bodyguard" remake.