Is Alia Bhatt replacing Kareena Kapoor Khan in 'Golmaal 4'?

If recent buzz is to be believed, actor Alia Bhatt might replace pregnant Kareena Kapoor in the fourth instalment of Golmaal.

According to a report in Spotboye, Rohit Shetty has shortlisted Alia to play the female lead and has even spoken to her about it.

Reportedly, Kareena, 31, who is expecting her first baby with husband Saif Ali Khan in December, has opted out of the project due to her pregnancy. She would be shooting Veere Di Wedding with Sonam Kapoor till October and then would take a maternity break.

Golmaal 4 would reunite Ajay Devgn and the Dilwale director after five years.

The announcement of Golmaal 4 came on the occasion of 10-year celebration of hit franchise Golmaal.

Deccan Chronicle quoted the official spokesperson of the film as saying, "The superhit team behind the greatest entertainment trilogy is glad to announce the fourth part of their blockbuster franchise, titled Golmaal Again, which is slated for a Diwali release next year. Get ready to crack up with laughter again."

The movie is likely to go on floors by this October.