Some of your favorite past American Idol contestants may be on the other side of the judging table next season.

After the show spent $40 million this past season to grab the biggest stars they could find (and watched it blow up in their face), the show is taking a different approach: bringing back old favorites that viewers have a vested interest in. Although no names have officially been confirmed, it's been reported that Kelly Clarkson and Jennifer Hudson are on board as judges for next season!

Who else is being approached for the remaining positions? Find out after the jump!

It’s the ultimate diva battle between American Idol judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, the war that’s been all over our TV ever since Season 12 began a few months back. The feud got heated during last week’s episode, which resulted in Nicki called Mariah “bitter” and “insecure” on Twitter. But since the ladies are so talented in their own way, we’re curious: which lady's talent would you rather possess?

Chelsea Briggs breaks it down in today’s Hollywire Hot Minute!

The judging panel at American Idol is like a box of chocolates: you never know what you're going to get.

After spending $26 million to get Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj at the same table, producers for the show may cut them loose and attempt to throw more money at the situation. A source at Fox claims that it is "absolutely certain" next season will contain "definitely no Mariah."

Find out the radical move the show might make after the jump!