Adam Shankman to helm 'What Women Want' remake

Adam Shankman will the direct the 'What Women Want' remake, starring actor

Taraji P Henson

in the lead.

Reportedly, the film, titled 'What Men Want', will have

Henson

play the role of a sports agent, who gains the power to hear men's thoughts.


Released in 2000, 'What Women Want' was directed by Nancy Meyers and featured Mel Gibson and Helen Hunt in the lead.

The new project will be produced by

Will Packer

and James Lopez with Henson as executive producer.

The shooting on the film is expected to start soon. It is scheduled to release in January next year.