Even though there were reports that Salman was replaced by ‘Munna Bhai’ Sanjay Dutt for hosting the show’s third innings, it has now been reported that the makers have shelved the show altogether to focus on a new reality show.

Confirming the news, a source told a daily, “After talks with Salman fell through, the channel had zeroed in on Sanjay Dutt as Salman`s replacement. But it was later decided that Salman would be more appropriate. In the meanwhile Salman committed himself to the next season of Bigg Boss.”

Not willing to go ahead without Salman, the makers decided to shelve plans for the next season of ‘Dus Ka Dum’ and focus instead on the desi version of ‘The X Factor’, which will have Rishi Kapoor as one of the anchors.