Warner Bros bosses resurrecting 'Akira' adaptation

Executives At Warner Bros are teaming up with Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio and writer Marco Ramirez to resurrect the big screen adaptation of Japanese graphic novel 'Akira'. READ: ​Leonardo DiCaprio sues magazine over baby rumours with Rihanna "The Great Gatsby" star is producing the film through his Appian Way company, alongside "American Sniper" producer Andrew Lazar, The Hollywood Reporter said. "Daredevil" show-runner Ramirez has been hired to pen the script. Bosses at the studio began developing the film in 2011 with Garrett Hedlund, Kristen Stewart, Ken Watanabe and Helena Bonham Carter in talks to star, but the project was shelved due to budget, script and casting issues. Casting details for the new film, about two telekinetic brothers in rival biker gangs, have yet to be revealed. For latest Hollywood updates follow us on Twitter >>> @TOIEntertainFor the latest in Hollywood news, like us on Facebook >>> TOIEntertainFor more interesting Hollywood news and pictures follow us on Pinterest>>> timesofindia For latest Hollywood updates follow us on G+ >>> The Times of India Entertainment WATCH: Leonardo DiCaprio Soaks Up The Sun In Miami - TOI