10 Dramas About the Struggles of Idol Life, Many Dark Sides

Kapanlagi.com - The story of an idol's life is very interesting to watch, especially for Kpopers. Yes, many people want to know the story behind the scenes of idols in the Korean entertainment industry. Well, for those who are curious, you can watch dramas about idol life.

Yes, the stories in these dramas about idol life are diverse. There are stories of struggle from zero to popularity. And also, how an idol survives in the entertainment world when they are already popular and have a big name.

So, what are the dramas about idol life? Here is a list of dramas about idol life that are full of struggles and quite intense. Let's check it out, KLovers.

 

1. THE BEST HIT (2017)

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Rating	7.6 IMDB
Episode	32 episode
Durasi	30 minutes
Airing	VIU, WeTV, VIKI, Netflix, Apple TV
Cast	Yoon Shi Yoon, Lee Se Young, Kim Min Jae

Drama about the life of the first idol called THE BEST HIT. This drama is a comedy and romance genre. It presents an interesting story about a young man's struggle to become a star. The story begins when a singer from the past enters the present life named Yoo Hyun Jae.

Yoo Hyun Jae takes advantage of this situation to find out about his lost background while his career is at its peak. At the same time, he meets Lee Ji Hoon, a young man who dreams of becoming a singer despite his parents' disapproval.

 

2. TOP MANAGEMENT (2018)

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Rating	7.0 IMDB
Episode	16 episodes
Duration	30 minutes
Airing	Youtube 1theK
Cast	Seo Eun Soo, Ahn Hyo Seop, Cha Eun Woo

The drama TOP MANAGEMENT is also among the dramas about idol life that you shouldn't miss. This Korean drama focuses on the romance and comedy genres, with the main focus on a boy group called S.O.U.L. The group is going through difficult times and struggling to survive in the music industry.

On the other hand, they will be assisted by a manager named Eun Sung, who has the special ability to see the future. From here, viewers are taken to see the group's struggles and the manager's challenges in the entertainment industry.

 

3. PART TIME IDOL (2017)

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Rating	6.6 IMDB
Episode	5 episode
Durasi	32 menit
Tayang	Netflix
Pemain	Kim Min Kyo, Kwon Hyun Bin, Hwang Seung Eon

Drama tentang kehidupan idol berikutnya adalah drama berjudul PART TIME IDOL. Drama ini rilis pada 2017 silam mengangkat genre musik dan komedi. Kisahnya berfokus pada sebuah agensi hiburan. Mereka berniat membuat grup baru setelah seorang produser vakum cukup lama.

Produser ini telah memiliki sejumlah peserta trainee yang akan debut lewat grup idol baru. Para trainee tersebut diharuskan menjalankan sejumlah pelatihan khusus di grup agar bisa debut menjadi idola baru di industri musik.

 

4. FLY, AGAIN (2021)

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Rating	7.4 Mydramalist
Episode	10 episode
Durasi	30 minutes
Tayang	WeTV, VIKI, Kakao TV
Pemain	Hyung Won, Joo Se Bin, Park Eun Hye

This drama starring Kim Myung Ji and Hyungwon MONSTA X tells the story of high school students chasing their dreams of becoming idols. The story focuses on Han Yo Han, who decides to transition from a genius dancer to an all-around idol.

To pursue his dream, he transfers to Hanbit High School of Arts. By chance, he often crosses paths with members of the dance club, "Villains," who open up a new world for him.

As Yo Han begins to explore this fascinating new world, he meets On Ji Min, an exemplary student who was born to be an idol but is burdened by the support of her family. Many unexpected things happen as Yo Han and Ji Min struggle to achieve their dreams.

 

5. SO I MARRIED THE ANTI-FAN (2021)

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Rating	7.2 IMDB
Episode	16 episode
Durasi	62 menit
Tayang	iQIYI, Prime Video, HULU, VIKI
Pemain	Choi Tae Joon, Choi Soo Young, Hwang Chan Sung

Drama SO I MARRIED THE ANTI-FAN is also a drama about the best idol life that is really exciting to watch. As the title suggests, SO I MARRIED THE ANTI-FAN tells the story of an idol who falls in love with his anti-fan. The main focus is on the character Lee Geun Young, who is known as a reporter who hates the idol named Whoo Joon. Unexpectedly, they have to work on a project together, which eventually grows the seeds of love between them.

 

6. MY BUCKET LIST (2021)

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Rating	7.00 IMDB
Episode	10 episodes
Duration	20 minutes
Airing	VIKI, WeTV
Cast	Kim So Hye, Na In Woo, Kim Woo Rin

Drama about the lives of other idols, namely the drama MY BUCKET LIST. This drama tells the story of aspiring idols and singers. Kang Hansol becomes a potential idol from a talented agency but experiences stage fright. Meanwhile, Ra Ri is in a painful situation as her boyfriend passed away and she wants to fulfill his deceased wish list.

Until one day, they meet each other. Because of this meeting, Kang Hansol helps Ra Ri fulfill each wish on the list. Their togetherness grows an attraction between them. Both having complicated problems, Ra Ri and Kang Hansol heal each other.

 

7. IDOL: THE COUP (2021)

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Rating	8.1 IMDB
Episode	12 episode
Durasi	75 menit
Tayang	Prime Video, iQIYI
Pemain	Ahn Hee Yeon, Ahn Sol Bin, Han So Eun

Drama IDOL: THE COUP bisa kalian jadikan referensi buat tahu kehidupan seorang idol. Pasalnya drama tentang kehidupan idol ini mengangkat kisah sebuah girl group yang terancam akan bubar. Fokusnya pada para member girl group bernama Cotton Candy.

Sejak debut girl group ini memang belum bisa dikatakan sukses dan populer. Bersamaan dengan karir mereka di ujung tanduk, para member Cotton Candy berjuang untuk bisa mempertahankan girl group tersebut. Salah satunya dengan mengikuti kontes musik dan keluar sebagai pemenang. Suka duka para member Cotton Candy ini bakalan membuat kalian baper.

 

8. IMITATION (2021)

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Rating	7.6 IMDB
Episode	12 episode
Durasi	70 menit
Tayang	iQIYI, VIKI, Netflix, Prime Video
Pemain	Jung Ji So, Lee Jun Young, Park Ji Yeon

Drama tentang kehidupan idol berikutnya adalah IMITATION. Drakor ini mengisahkan perjuangan seorang idol. Fokus utama pada tokoh Lee Ma Ha yang berusaha menggapai mimpinya jadi idol professional dikenal publik.

Ia pun akhirnya bergabung dengan girl group Tea Party namun karirnya bisa dibilang belum mencapai puncaknya. Bahkan, dalam drakor ini kalian akan menghadirkan bagaimana sejumlah fakta menarik dan hubungan antar para idol yang ternyata cukup rumit loh KLovers.

 

9. SALTY IDOL (2022)

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Rating	7.4 Mydramalist
Episode	10 episodes
Duration	18 minutes
Air Date	KBS WORLD TV YouTube
Cast	Rocky, Moon Ji Hoo, Lee Sang

Drama about the life of the next idol is SALTY IDOL. This drama is a new drama that you shouldn't miss. It tells the daily life of an idol with various problems. It focuses on a boy group named XPierce, which has a new member named Hwi Yeon. As a newcomer, he faces difficulties in becoming a star.

 

10. THE HEAVENLY IDOL (2023)

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Rating	6.8 IMDB
Episode	12 episodes
Duration	70 minutes
Air Date	VIKI, VIU, Vidio
Cast	Kim Min Gue, Gp Bo Gyeol, Lee Jang Woo

And the last drama about the life of an idol is THE HEAVENLY IDOL. This drama tells the story of an idol from a less popular group named Woo Yeon Woo. Interestingly, within him lies the soul of a Pontifex Rembrary who possesses amazing powers.

Living in the body of an idol, Pontifex Rembrary reluctantly plays his role as an idol. However, because Pontifex Rembrary cannot dance and sing, his innocent behavior manages to capture attention.

From there, the unknown group Wild Animal becomes even more famous. He adapts to his new life as an idol and as Pontifex Lembrary who fights against evil powers.

 

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