Imagine you finally meet your favorite male idol, whom you’ve loved for 11 years. You meet him not at a fan meeting but in court. He’s accused of murder, and you’re the only lawyer skilled enough to save him? This is what happens to Maeng Se-na in the new Korean drama “IDOL I,” premiering this December 2025.
This show tells the story of a brilliant defense lawyer whose secret obsession becomes her worst professional nightmare. It also explores the collision of fandom, justice, and hidden darkness. Read on to find all about ENA’s new K-drama, which promises to be one of the most exciting stories this season.
“IDOL I” (아이돌아이) Korean Drama 2025
The new Korean drama “IDOL I” (아이돌아이) isn’t a typical show. It combines law, thriller, romantic, and comedy themes in one show that will keep you hooked from the start.
According to Nielsen Korea, its first episode, released on December 22, recorded viewership of 1.9% nationwide and 1.8% in the Seoul metropolitan area.
Synopsis
Maeng Se-na is a top criminal defense lawyer with a 100% success rate. She takes cases that no lawyer will touch. Outside the courtroom, she has been quietly fan-girling Do La-ik, the visual center and vocalist of the idol group Gold Boys, for 11 years.
One day, La-ik was caught up in a murder case. She steps in to defend her beloved idol. But when she investigates the crime, reality hits. La-ik isn’t the person she thought she had admired for 11 years. Behind his bright smile, there’s something darker, something he’s been hiding for all this time.
The investigation soon spins out of control. A mysterious death inside Golden Boys adds more layers to the murder case. It becomes her toughest case she must face. The story hinges on her struggle between unwavering devotion and reasonable doubt, while a murder mystery escalates the tension.
Cast Lineup & Characters
Main Cast
Choi Soo-young as Maeng Se-na. She’s a brilliant criminal defense lawyer known as “the villain’s lawyer.” Se-na is a charming and sharp lawyer who has been secretly a loyal fan of La-ik for 11 years.
Kim Jae-young as Do La-ik. He’s Gold Boys’ most popular member and visual center. He’s admired for his stage performances. Haunted off it. A murder suspect with secrets.
Jung Jae-kwang as Kwak Byeong-gyun. A cold-blooded prosecutor and Se-na’s old rival
Kim Hyun-jin as Park Chung-jae. Se-na’s private investigator
Choi Hee-jin as Hong Hye-joo. La-ik’s ex-lover
Supporting Cast
- Park Jung-woo as Choi Jaen-hee. Gold Boys member (drummer)
- Choi Geon as Lee Young-bin. Gold Boys’ youngest member
- Ahn Woo-yeon as Kang Woo-seong. Gold Boys member
- Kim Won-hae as Cheon Gwang-soo
- Jeong Man-sik as Geum Bo-sang
Production Details
K-drama “IDOL I” is the original series of ENA and Genie TV, with KT Studio Genie producing through AStory.
Director Lee Kwang-young of “Call It Love” shapes the visual storytelling, while writer Kim Da-rin crafted the script.
This show will have 12 episodes in total, each 60 minutes long.
The OST features artists including Lia, Lucy, and Urban Zakapa. So expect moody, adding emotional texture to the courtroom and character-driven moments.
Release Date & Where to Watch
You can watch the new Korean drama “IDOL I” from December 22, 2025, to January 27, 2026. The drama takes over ENA’s Monday & Tuesday 22:00 KST time slot, stepping into the space left by “Heroes Next Door.”
If you’re living outside Korea, you still can enjoy the series on streaming platforms like ENA, Genie TV, Netflix (select regions), Viki, and Kocowa.
Reasons to Watch
This drama isn’t an ordinary rom-com. This show offers a fresh take on legal thriller meets romantic comedy. Not just lawyer-and-client tension, it’s the clash between an 11-year fantasy and brutal reality. That’s complicated, real, and compelling.
The story follows a fan who must navigate the struggle of being both a fan and a professional lawyer defending her idol and uncovering the truth. This story might appeal to you if you’ve ever felt let down by someone you admired but want to know the truth.
Choi Soo-young and Kim Jae-young have great chemistry in their scenes together. Se-na’s professionalism and Ra-ik’s hidden pain come across as genuine, making their interactions powerful to watch.
The murder case brings the mystery to the show. When Se-na digs deeper, she finds something that not only opens his eyes but also opens his mind. It changes everything she thought she knew about her idol, La-ik, his group, and the entertainment world itself.
This drama shows the realities of the K-pop industry. Idols face a lot of pressure. They have to maintain their perfect public image while hiding their true selves behind closed doors. If you’re a K-pop fan like Se-na, you’ll relate to the story. You’ll also feel familiar with La-ik’s struggles.
Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster as this series mixes humor and heartbreak. Se-na is a secret fan, which many people can relate to. However, La-ik is dealing with serious problems.
You want to believe in La-ik, but you also have doubts like Se-na. Can Se-na really help him? Can he trust her? This tension keeps you watching.
Final Thoughts
Love legal dramas and curious about idol life? Then K-drama “I-DOL I” is for you! The 12-episode drama is not only about a fan and an idol, but also about loving someone and learning who they really are. Also, understanding justice and its costs.
Will Se-na win the case by learning La-ik’s truth? Watch K-drama “I-DOL I” and find the answer!
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