This may come as a surprise to many considering the fallout after their last film Murder.

According to industry sources, Mahesh is trying to convince his nephew Emraan Hashmi [Images] to patch up with the actress for another go at a Murder-like venture.

But Bhatt is still looking for the right script. And that may be easier said than done considering the ego clashes and blame game between the lead pair after Murder became a hit.

Emraan had bad mouthed Mallika publicly saying that she had no right to take the entire credit for the film's success. Mallika was naturally upset and retalliated by boycotting Emraan.

Then there was the remuneration problem. The Bhatts felt that Mallika was acting too big for her boots post Murder when she quoted Rs 1 crore as her fee.

But now, it looks like the Bhatts are singing a different tune. And maybe the change of heart can be traced to the fact that none of their recent films have made it big so far.