Idol I

아이돌아이 ‧ Drama ‧ 2025 - 2026
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1. not an idol/fan dynamic, but a high school setting. the male lead is broken, lonely, and completely torn apart, shunned by society, while the girl is loved by everyone and does everything she can to save him. she is extremely protective of him, making the story just as bittersweet as this drama.

2. while idol I is much more serious, head over heels adds comedic aspects to lighten the heavier topics. still, the emotional weight remains strong, and this drama is a complete masterpiece that will get you so freaking hooked. the chemistry is absolutely off the charts.

3. the male lead’s backstory is complex and heartbreaking, to the point that you will literally cry. he is torn, damaged, and misunderstood, yet deeply kind and selfless. although he seems rude and ignorant at first, he turns out to be incredibly precious and someone you just want to protect at all costs.

4. the female lead is deeply obsessed with him, just like se na here is in love with the male lead. she is initially drawn to him because of his beauty, not because he did something for her. their emotional scenes are intense and powerful, showing a love that grows despite pain and misunderstanding.
Recommended by notyourmalyshka
bruh it's literally the same
1: the male lead is accused of a crime
2: the female lead helps him get through that moment, supports him by giving him a place to live and food, and also gives him emotional support
3: the male lead is a famous idol who loses everything because of an accusation
4: the female lead was a fan of the male lead before meeting him and hides it from him
5: at first, the female lead is in love with the male lead just externally because she was a fan, but later she falls in love with who he really is
6: the male lead isn’t supported by anyone until his agency abandons him; the only one who supports him is the female lead
7: maybe in this series the male lead isn’t a dol-i like the male lead from Idol i, but he’s very charismatic and sometimes a little bipolar
when you watch Spring of Youth, you realize the plot has that same Idol i vibe, so if you liked Idol i, trust me, you’re going to love Spring of Youth
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Recommended by Zeruno
Similar idol plotline but anti-fan is more hate to love relationship whereas Idol I they don't start off hating each other.
Recommended by 04saman
Like in Her Private Life , we have a fangirl female lead who hides her fangirl and admiration during her work
Recommended by akuma
Both MLs are idols who are suspected of having killed/caused the death of their band member/friend.
Recommended by emeraldarrows
- Both MLs get accused of murder
- MLs got drunk and can't remember what happened
- Both are being accused of killing their friends
Recommended by Vanessa
In both dramas, ML is falsely accused of murder. In The Alibi he hires FL for alibi. In Idol I, FL character is his lawyer
Recommended by Zht_t
If you liked Idol I, ThamePo has a really similar vibe. Both show idol life, toxic fandoms, and how fans cross boundaries. ThamePo especially dives into how agencies and public pressure affects idols.
Recommended by MinJossy
Top Form feels very similar to Idol I. Both show the dark side of fame, toxic fans, stalking invasion of privacy, and the pressure to keep fans happy at the cost of personal comfort.
Recommended by MinJossy
Mok Sol Hee is a young woman with the supernatural ability to hear people’s lies, leaving her disillusioned and distrustful of others. Her outlook changes when she meets Kim Do Ha, a music producer hiding next door after becoming embroiled in a murder case. As she discovers that her ability doesn't work on him, she becomes intrigued by the mysterious man. But will she uncover the secrets of his heart?
Recommended by Farhana Akhter
-Idol x common person romance
-Idol concept
-Mystery
Recommended by Mittyneko
8.4 W (2016)
- both dramas have the same vibe! it's mostly thriller+mystery, some romance and cute scenes and a bit of comedy
- in both dramas ML is accused of something and FL is the only one who believes in him, helps him and stands by his side no matter what (which is an important aspect of the story in both dramas)
- the mystery is REALLY WELL DONE and keeps you guessing the whole time
- there are many plot twists
- ML is a famous/popular guy in both dramas
- FL is a professional who helps him in both dramas
Recommended by ElphabaGlinda
Both MLs are:
*Idols in a boy group
*Being accused of a scandal
*Stalked by toxic fans
Both dramas focus on:
* The toxic work environment in the K-pop industry
* A mystery that needs to be solved
* Mental Health Awareness
Recommended by Simi_Tutu
both plots follow the love story between an idol and a normal person. comedic events and a slow burn romance that keeps the viewer watching while having a good time.
Recommended by FunfunLulu
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