Amitabh, Abhishek lined up by Kounen

Amitabh and Abhishek Bachchan have been lined up to star in French director Jan Kounen's The Secret History Of The Dalai Lamas.

Producer Manuel de la Roche has indicated that he will be approaching the Bollywood stars before shooting begins later this year.

Speaking to IANS, de la Roche said: "We are very keen to cast the father and son duo in key roles in the film. Sharon Stone will step in as the narrator, while Hollywood star Richard Gere will also be involved with the project.

"The film will trace the history of the Dalai Lamas all the way from the 14th century. It will blend dramatised re-enactments involving the earlier incarnations with excerpts from an interview with the current Dalai Lama."

Amitabh and Abhishek have previously shared the screen in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna and Sarkar.