Overview

• Tyra Banks has publicly proposed Taylor Swift and Idris Elba as the leads for the remake of 'The Bodyguard,' citing their commercial and artistic appeal.
• Banks revealed she is directly communicating with Idris Elba to gauge his interest in the project, using WhatsApp to discuss the idea.
• Sam Wrench, known for directing Taylor Swift's 'Eras Tour' concert film, is attached to direct the remake, with Jonathan A. Abrams writing the script.
• The original 1992 film, starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, remains a cultural touchstone for its storyline and legendary soundtrack.
• No official casting decisions have been announced, and earlier development efforts, including a script by Matthew López, remain part of the project's history.