Finally all the speculations surrounding the casting of Rakyesh Omprakash Mehra's eagerly awaited film, Dilli 6, has come to an end. If reports are to be believed then Mehra and Abhishek have patched up and Abhi is back in the film.

The story goes that Mehra had initially approached Abhishek Bachchan but for reasons best known to him he approached six other stars to be the lead, before coming back to Abhishek Bachchan.

Our source informs, "Mehra recently met Abhishek and spoke to him about the film. Mehra had earlier finalised Dill 6 with Abhishek and also announced the film. However, one fine day he went to Hrithik with the same offer leaving Abhishek in the lurch. The Bachchans, who have always stood by Mehra, were very hurt. (Mehra was supposed to launch Abhishek in Samjauta Express and then made Aks with Amitabh Bachchan). However, to Mehra's misfortune, Hrithik suggested certain changes in the climax, which he did not accept. After that Mehra went to Akshay who had no dates to spare. Mehra then approached even Ranbir Kapoor and Siddarth. Then there were reports that he had finalised Imran Khan (Aamir Khan's nephew) as he wanted a newcomer. When he realised that the film required a major name he thought of Abhishek. So after having talks with the producers UTV Motion Pictures, he decided to go back to Abhishek who welcomed him with open arms. Abhishek had always loved the script but it was Mehra who ditched him for Hrithik. Now Abhishek has agreed to do the film and has even requested Karan Johar to postpone his film with Tarun Mansukhani for Dilli 6."

The source further says, "Mehra is relieved as it was getting difficult to cast for the film. Abhishek will start shooting immediately after he completes Drona. He is also thrilled that he has patched up with the Bachchans who have always stood by him."

If all goes well, Mehra will start the shoot by the end of this year.

However, when we contacted Rakyesh Omprakash Mehra chose to deny the development.