MARIAH CAREY MIGHT PLAY VANESSA HUDGENS MOM IN A NEW MOVIE!

Is Mariah Carey ready to play the mom of a teenager?
The diva, age 40, is in talks to play the mom of "High School Musical" actress Vanessa Hudgens, 21, in a new movie, according to Showbizspy.com.

The singer — who's been getting critical raves for her serious role as a social worker in "Precious" — is set to team up with Hudgens for a comedy flick based around an "X-Factor" and "American Idol"-type show.

"Mariah is eager to capitalize on her acclaimed performance in 'Precious' with another movie," an insider told the Web site. "There is one project where she would play one half of a mother and daughter singing duo who audition for a TV talent show.

"Vanessa Hudgens has already been approached for the daughter role," the source told Showbizspy.com. "The only sticking point seems to be whether Mariah feels comfortable playing mom to a teenager. She's a little sensitive when it comes to her age."