A deal is in the works for Jonas, 23, to join the film, which will be directed by Jake Kasdan, reported Deadline.
The script will be based on the original Robin Williams' film that came out in 1995 grossing more than USD 260 million globally.
Johnson, who is also the co-producer on the movie, earlier announced that while the original had three big roles, this one will have five. The movie will honour the original, specifically Williams.