Jackie Chan "The Karate Kid Remake (Mr. Myagi)

Jackie Chan is being courted for the lovable role of karate teacher "Mr. Myagi" in an upcoming remake of the 1984 film The Karate Kid.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jackie is currently in negotiations with Columbia Pictures about possibly playing the role made famous by the late Pat Morita.

Jaden Smith, the tween son of Will and Jada Pinkett-Smith, will star in the film as the karate protg, a role originally played by Ralph Macchio.

The revamped Karate Kid will

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