Kim Kardashian‘s dream to interrupt into severe appearing is perhaps getting nearer than ever, as an insider has revealed she is being eyed for “The Bodyguard” remake.
The unique “The Bodyguard” film starred the late Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner as her devoted bodyguard and was massively profitable. The movie additionally featured a top-selling soundtrack, together with hits resembling “I Will At all times Love You” and “Run to You.”
Earlier this month, experiences revealed {that a} remake of “The Bodyguard” was within the works, with Sam Wrench, who directed “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,” set to carry directorial duties. Therefore, many Swifties thought Taylor Swift would get the lead function, however that is not going to be the case if the insider’s phrases are to be believed.
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Warner Bros Reportedly ‘Eager On’ Kim Kardashian
An insider has informed The Mail on Sunday that Kardashian is the popular candidate to take Houston’s function in “The Bodyguard” remake.
The supply, whom the outlet described as “impeccable,” stated, “Everybody instantly assumed Taylor would get the lead, the function performed by Whitney Houston within the unique movie, as a result of The Bodyguard remake is being directed by Sam Wrench who directed the 2023 movie about Taylor’s Eras Tour.”
They added, “However Warner Bros, the studio remaking the unique, may be very eager on Kim. There have already been a number of conferences and the script has been written with Kim in thoughts.”
The insider additionally make clear the course the remake would take, noting that it would not be a musical as many individuals assumed.
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They defined, “Everyone seems to be assuming the remake can be a musical however there was discuss of creating a sequel for years and a lot of the discuss has been about taking it in a distinct course, utilizing a world superstar however not essentially having it as a musical, extra simple drama. Let’s face it, how are you going to high Whitney?”
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Kim Kardashian Has At all times Been ‘Hooked up’ To The Film Undertaking
The insider additionally disclosed that it was Kardashian, not Taylor Swift, who has at all times been linked to the “The Bodyguard” remake venture.
They shared, “Kim was at all times the particular person hooked up to this venture, Taylor’s identify wasn’t even talked about till the information got here out that the remake is within the works after which it was principally Swifties saying she’d be excellent for the half.”
The supply concluded, “In fact nobody would ever rely out Taylor if she was within the function. Let the battle of the divas begin!”
In the meantime, one other supply talked up Kardashian’s credibility for the function. They stated, “Kim is among the most recognisable ladies on the planet. She believes she has what it takes to be a serious film star.”
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The supply concluded, “She’d be excellent for The Bodyguard and she or he is aware of it. Everybody may be very excited.”
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Followers React To Kim Kardashian’s Rumored Lead Function In ‘The Bodyguard’ Remake
A number of followers have reacted to the information that Kardashian might be the lead star of a brand new “The Bodyguard” film.
Many followers shared their ideas on the matter in a Pop Tradition Reddit put up concerning the information, with most expressing disappointment.
One particular person stated, “Yea, I do not dislike Kim Ok or something, however does she even sing?? Whitney is a legend. And that track from the Bodyguard is iconic. The function must go to an amazing vocalist, not simply anybody that may sing that track.”
One other particular person in contrast Kardashian starring because the lead in “The Bodyguard” to the disastrous “Snow White” film starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot. They stated, “I see they wish to give Snow White a run for his or her cash. “
A 3rd particular person wrote, “Kim is shopping for her means into Hollywood. Something to feed that thirsty a– ego of hers.”
Kevin Costner Reveals A Sequel With Princess Diana Was In The Works
This is not the primary time there have been discussions a few remake of “The Bodyguard.”
Final yr, Costner appeared on “The Howard Stern Present” and opened up about plans for the movie’s sequel involving the late Princess Diana.
He stated, per ABC Information, “I by no means made that film as a result of I couldn’t substitute Princess Di.”
Costner revealed that the Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, put him in contact with Princess Diana and shared how their dialog went.
He revealed, “I stated, ‘Look, I’ll do ‘Bodyguard 2’ and I feel I can construct this round you. Would you have an interest? And he or she stated … she goes, ‘Sure.'”
In keeping with the Academy Award winner, his dialog with Princess Diana occurred round 1996 when she was about to formally divorce then-Prince Charles and desirous to attempt one thing new.
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Princess Diana’s Dying Meant The Sequel By no means Occurred
Kevin Costner shared extra particulars of his dialog with Princess Diana, noting that she was enthusiastic about her life altering due to the film.
He continued, “She stated, ‘Is there going to be a kissing scene?’ And I stated, ‘Would you like there to be one?’ And he or she stated, ‘Yeah.’ And I stated, ‘Then we’ll do this.'”
Nevertheless, the film by no means materialized as Diana died in a automobile crash on August 31, 1997.
Costner additionally claimed that the Royal Household denied Princess Diana’s involvement within the movie after her demise. He stated, “It leaked out that I had been prepping ‘Bodyguard 2’ along with her. And what occurred was the royal household form of turned on me somewhat bit.”
The actor additionally revealed particulars of his dialog with Prince William years later.
Costner recalled, “He checked out me and he stated, ‘My mother fancied you.’ And it was the sweetest, gentlest factor.”
