Some of the most popular Korean actors came from the idol and entertainment industry. Big names such as Yoona, Krystal, Park Hyung Sik and more all started their careers as K-Pop stars!
While they venture into acting, many Korean dramas also feature the idol life in their stories. Here are some of the most heart-fluttering and inspiring idol-centered K-Dramas to check out!
1. 'So I Married the Anti-Fan'
Light-hearted, quirky and fun. Girls' Generation Sooyoung, Choi Tae Joon, 2PM Chansung, and Kim Min Gyu's "So I Married the Anti-Fan" instantaneously stole viewers and fans' hearts!
It follows the story of a top idol with a callous personality, who has an infuriating anti-fan, always watching whatever he does.
The two then end up starring in a reality show where they need to live together under the same roof. Gradually, their feelings start to change as they get to know one another.
The 2021 rom-com drama promises a feel-good watching experience. Catch "So I Married the Anti-Fan" now on iQiyi!
2. 'The Liar and His Lover'
Band member-turned-composer and producer work under his old friend and co-member, living quietly in the shadows.
He then meets an aspiring musician with a golden voice. Soon, they fall for each other after bonding over the same interests, hobbies, and music.
However, their love story becomes complicated when one is scouted to debut as a singer.
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"The Liar and His Lover" stars sterling actors Lee Hyun Woo and Red Velvet Joy. The drama is available for worldwide viewers on Netflix!
3. 'Entertainer'
Girl's Day Hyeri, CNBLUE Minhyuk, and Ji Sung's "Entertainer" shares a new perspective on the idol industry.
It centers around the story of a former manager who opens his own entertainment company, but lands in prison for money reasons and transgressions.
He then decides to turn over a new leaf after his discharge. He encourages high school students who aspire to be entertainers to debut and become famous with their talents.
Apart from its musical elements, the drama depicts the harsh reality of life, compromised dreams and hope. "Entertainer" wishes to send comfort to viewers through its story. Watch it now on Viu!
4. 'Dream High'
The most loved and most popular idol drama in the history of South Korean television is the 2011 coming-of-age series "Dream High."
It has a star-studded cast including idol-actors Miss A Suzy, 2PM Taecyeon, 2PM Woo Young, T-ARA Eunjung, IU and Kim Soo Hyun.
Set in Kirin High School, the drama follows the lives as well as the struggles and hopes of students who dream to become idols.
Amid their efforts to debut, the drama gives a glimpse of the characters' strengths and insecurities as they get to know themselves on a deeper level.
Plus, "Dream High" also contains blooming romance stories that will surely make viewers' hearts flutter!
Certainly, no one can talk about idol-centered dramas without mentioning "Dream High"! Because the show was a massive hit, a sequel was released in the following year with a new cast of aspiring idols.
Watch "Dream High" on Netflix now!
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Written by Elijah Mully.
