Seamlessly embodying a role in acting demands a deep dive into the character. This is particularly true regarding the role of an idol or trainee in K-dramas. After all, who can better depict the nuances of this demanding lifestyle than the idols themselves? Endowed with diverse talents that extend beyond their music careers, many idols have successfully ventured into acting. Their real-life experiences and insights lend a tangible authenticity to their performances, making them all the more compelling.

Here are some idols who have played the role of an idol in a K-Drama!

Imitation

This drama was a highly anticipated one, mainly because it was one that was filled with idols! They had members from SF9, ATEEZ, U-KISS, T-ARA, PRISTIN, Boys Republic, and g.o.d! It certainly is a drama you should not miss if you want to look into what it's like living as an idol.

Idol: The Coup

This heart-aching drama is about a group on the verge of disbandment and only needs one big win to save their group. Another drama about idols, filled with idols playing the part, this one has EXID Hani, Laboum Solbin, WJSN Exy, Produce X 101's Kim Minkyu, X1/Younite Eunsang, and a few others as cameos!

Let Me Be Your Knight

This drama gives a deeper look at idols' non-public life and struggles. It's another drama about idols starring actual idols. Jun from U-Kiss plays the main character, supported by his fellow idol friends, Jonghyun from NU'EST, Yoon Jisung from Wanna One, and Donghyn from AB6IX. 

Top Management

This YouTube Original drama is about a manager that was recently hired at an entertainment agency and using her ability to see the future to succeed in the industry. Astro's Cha Eunwoo plays one of the leads in the drama. Who else would be a perfect idol if not him?

Fly, Again

This web drama depicts the story of students dreaming of becoming idols and their determination to achieve their dreams, despite the rough and unclear road. Monsta X's Hyungwon is the main lead of this one with H.O.T's Tony Ahn!

Must You Go?

This drama depicts how idols are pressured to only show their good side to the public and struggle with scandals. SF9's Chani, who is no stranger to being both a fantastic idol and actor, is always cast to play an idol. He is in this one too!

Dream High

This popular 2011 K-drama is about six performing arts high school students who strive to become idols. Four of the six are 2PM's Taecyeon and Wooyoung, with IU and Suzy!