According to the latest buzz, Mollywood superstar Mohanlal and legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan have been approached to feature in the two different versions of upcoming suspense thriller film, "Gumnaam". Reportedly, Amitabh has been approached for the Hindi Part while, Mohanlal to play in the South Indian version. However, the duo are yet to sign the dotted lines.

Jayantilal Gada, the producer of the movie has recently opened up on the project. He also clarified that the forthcoming film is "not" a remake of the 1965 superhit suspense movie 'Gumnaam'. Director E Niwas, whose last release was 'Total Siyapaa', will be helming the upcoming film which is to be shot on an island in Mauritius. Gumnaam will go on floors soon and is expected to a grand released next year.