Top 19 Idol manga you should read right now. [2026 List]

19. Oneurui Hanyoireun Yeojada

Sang-Hyeon Kim has the talent and the drive to become a K-pop star—but one thing keeps holding him back: a false school bullying accusation. After countless rejections, his dream feels more distant than ever. But when the head director of a major entertainment company hands him a mysterious bath bomb that transforms him into his past-life self, he's suddenly staring at an unbelievably beautiful... woman? Sang-Hyeon's second shot at fame is about to begin—in the most unexpected way!

Who’s That Girl? is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Today's Han Yoil Is a Woman, 今天人家是女生, 反转练习生, 美少女アイドル練習生の俺、メンバーに正体がバレそうです

18. Superstar Cheon-daeri

Hoyeon Cheon is an associate manager at Korea Capital, a finance company where his career is stagnating. One night, stuck with the cleanup after a long evening of karaoke with colleagues, he decides to sing one more song. Little does he know that the ghost of the wild-child rock star Jihyeok Han has been waiting, hoping to find the perfect vessel for his superstar aura…

Superstar Associate Manager has finished publishing and it has 92 Chapters. It is also Known as: Superstar Cheon Dae-ri, Superstar 千代理, Superstar 天代理, 超级巨星千代理

17. Debut Mot Hamyeon Jungneun Byeong Geollim

After a night of drinking, aspiring civil servant Ryu Gunwoo passes out, only to awaken three years in the past in the body of a young man named Park Moondae. Before he can even assess the situation, he's given a mission: Debut or Die! Now, Moondae has one year to debut as an idol or face his doom. Luckily, he's able to snag a spot on the famous survival program "Idol Inc.", but with his skills so low and the competition so high, does Moondae stand a chance at becoming a shining star?

Debut or Die! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Debut or Death, If You Don't Debut, You'll Die of Sickness, デビューできないと死ぬ病気にかかってしまいました, 得了不出道就会死的病

16. Kim Daerineun Idol-ri Sileo

Assistant Manager Yi-Wol Kim has spent five years working a day job—and five years doing “stand-in stanning” for his boss’s daughter’s favorite idol group, Spark. During yet another Spark-related overtime, he collapses… and wakes up nine years in the past with a second chance at life. But this chance comes with a cruel condition: to undo his sister’s death, Yi-Wol must debut as a member of Spark himself. Thrown into the idol life he never wanted, he’ll have to survive fame, internal politics, and his own reluctant heart.

Assistant Manager Kim Hates K-Pop Idols is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Assistant Manager Kim Hates Idols, Manager Kim Hates Idols, 金代理被迫出道中

15. Seiyuu Radio no Uraomote

Yuuhi Yuugure and Yasumi Utatane, two high school voice actresses who just happened to attend the same school and coincidentally got placed into the same class, are the two hosts of a radio weekly program. As fellow classmates and voice actresses, they show all the listeners their great friendship! At least, on the surface. In reality, the quiet girl Chika and the gyaru Yumiko are complete opposites. And they absolutely cannot stand each other. Off air, chaos and insults erupt. On air, they're the best of friends. Just where will this tumultuous relationship lead them?

The Two Sides of Seiyuu Radio has finished publishing and it has 17 Chapters. It is also Known as: 声優ラジオのウラオモテ, Seiyuu Radio no Ura Omote

14. Herami Shimai wa Docchi mo Yanderu

Sera, (Real Name: Herami Fukasera) is an approval-seeking girl (26 years old) who works at a maid cafe. Her younger sister, Kira, is an idol (19 years old) who is rapidly gaining popularity with her cool, and mature character. However, the real Kira only ever think of her sister and tries to cheer her up in every possible way to help her sister with her mental health and anxiety.

Herami Shimai wa Docchi mo Yanderu has finished publishing and it has 28 Chapters. It is also Known as: 平良深姉妹はどっちもヤんでる, Insecure Herami Sisters, The Yandere Little Sister and the Menhera Big Sister

13. [Oshi no Ko]

"In the world of showbiz, lies are weapons." Goro works as an OB-GYN in the countryside, a life far removed from the entertainment industry. Meanwhile, his favorite idol, Ai Hoshino, has begun her climb to stardom. The two meet in the "worst possible way," setting the gears of fate in motion! The amazing Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari team up to depict the world of showbiz from a completely new perspective in this shocking series!

【OSHI NO KO】 has finished publishing and it has 168 Chapters. It is also Known as: 【推しの子】, My Favorite's Child, Favorite Girl, My Idol's Child, Oshi no Ko, [Mein*Star], เกิดใหม่เป็นลูกโอชิ

12. Chika Idol wo Kage de Sasaeru Ore

A relationship between Natsukawa, a flashy gal-type classmate, and Kageyama, a plain and unassuming boy. Despite appearing to have no connection, Kageyama secretly receives a message from Natsukawa: “Meet me at our usual karaoke spot after school.” He joins her for a private karaoke session, where he reveals something she had asked him to prepare.

Chika Idol wo Kage de Sasaeru Ore is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 地下アイドルを影で支える俺, Underground Idol & I

11. Oniure Idol ga Kyou mo Watashi wo Oshitekuru

Unpopular underground idol and actress, Enatsu Sayuki, faces her work diligently everyday to achieve her dreams of making it big in the world of acting. ...However, for some reason, the superstar idol Sera Touma—who should be her rival—becomes her biggest fan!! Adorable enough to make Sayuki jealous, Sera takes every chance to passionately declare her love, throwing Sayuki’s life into chaos. Will Sayuki be able to achieve her dreams? And what will become of the one-sided love(?) between Sera and Sayuki…!? The curtain rises on the clash between these young talents in the fierce age of idol showbiz—let the show begin!!

The Superstar Idol Crushes on Me Today Too is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 鬼売れアイドルが今日も私を推してくる, Oni Ure Idol ga Kyou mo Watashi wo Oshitekuru

10. Kimi ni Naretara

A girl-meets-girl story about an idol and an otaku high school girl who switch bodies.

Kimi ni Naretara is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 君になれたら, Kimi ni Naretara

9. Tamon-kun ima docchi!?

Konoshita Utage is a high school girl who is a fan of the rising idol group F/ACE, specially of the sexy and wild member of the group, Fukuhara Tamon. During her job as a part-time house cleaner, Utage substituted for a sick co-worker, and found herself at Tamon's house. It's like a dream come true! Except Tamon in real life wasn't quite what she expected from her idol.

Source: MU

Tamon’s B-Side is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 多聞くん今どっち!?, Tamon-kun ima docchi!?

8. Idolatry

High school girl Juuna Harumi's purpose in life is to support the idol Fuwari Tsukishiro! One day, the idol group Fuwari belongs to disbands. In her despair, Juuna learns that Fuwari will be trying out for an idol audition program. There will be a total of 100 participants - in order to lead her idol to the top, Juuna decides to take part in the audition herself and work behind the scenes. This idol-otaku girl's lifelong "supporting activity" begins now!

Idolatry is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: アイドラトリィ, Idolatory, Айдол: Вызов вершине

7. HAPPY Twogether

Four years ago, the idol group Dream Boy disbanded after being embroiled in some kind of scandal. And now... Jae-Young, formerly known as "Happy" in Dream Boy, was struggling financially and working a part-time delivery job when he heard that the group's leader, Su-Kyum, had passed out drunk at a club, and he rushed to him. Although they share the same stage name, Seung-Min, aka "Happy" and the most popular rapper and producer these days, saves Jae-Young from collapsing from photosensitivity syndrome and suggests they work together...

"You know who I am, right? Let's work together."

HAPPY Twogether is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 해피2게더, Happy Together

6. Sonmaseuro Gujehaneun Mangdol Insaeng

I can save even the most doomed restaurant with my touch!

Im Hyeonseong, a famous chef who has even shown up in a TV show as the CEO of a food industry. He built his wealth and fame from the ground up, but meets an unjust death because of his stepmother and step-sibling. At that moment, a system window appeared in front of him. They will give him a chance to take his revenge if he succeeds in making ‘Climax’, the doomed idol group, successful by controlling Cheon Ise’s body. Will I be able to save the doom restau– I mean the doom idols with my touch? We will now begin the special quest, ‘Idol, Cheon Ise’!

Saving the Doomed Idols With My Touch is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Save a Failed Idol's Life, 最強レシピで作ります！＃伝説のアイドル

5. Classmate no Moto Idol ga, Tonikaku Kyodou Fushin nan desu.

Saegusa, who retired from idolry when she went to high school, is good-looking and intelligent. She is always cheerful and friendly, and is the most popular person at school.
Takuya, however, knows a certain side of the highbrow Miss Saegusa.
Today, too, a suspicious-looking woman in a dubious disguise appears at the convenience store where he works part-time. She is, in all likelihood, that Saegusa-san...?

My classmate Shion Saegusa was idol. but she is unsure of behavior in front of me. is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: クラスメイトの元アイドルが、とにかく挙動不審なんです。, Classmate no Moto Idol ga, Tonikaku Kyodou Fushin nan desu.

4. Top Idol-ui Mangnae Member-ga Doeeotda

My Comeback as the Youngest Member is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Devenu membre d'un groupe de K-pop, ย้อนเวลามาเป็นมักเน่, 成为顶流男团的忙内, 穿越成為大勢偶像忙內團員

3. Eodil Bwayo Manager-nim

Ever since former screenwriter, Injoon Kim, was nearly taken to the underworld by mistake, he has been able to see Threads of Fate—white where fortune awaits, and black where misfortune looms. This newfound ability quickly proves itself useful as Injoon becomes a manager in the entertainment industry and successfully saves the actress, Hye-ryung Yun, from a fatal accident. Will Injoon be able to use these Threads to his advantage and bring Hye-ryung to stardom?

Talent Agent and the Threads of Fate has finished publishing and it has 137 Chapters. It is also Known as: Where Are You Looking, Manager?, どこ見てるんですかマネージャ

2. Uri Guild Idol

Ajin Bae suddenly dives into Dear Dane, the world’s top MMORPG, using her brother’s account—who just happens to be the master of its number one guild. Tasked with keeping her identity secret, she tries to protect his legacy, but things spiral when she’s mistaken for a creep hitting on Bloomie, a popular female player who’s secretly a male idol. Trying to clear things up, Ajin sends a video with her voice in it. But that just gets Bloomie thinking: Wait… I know this girl!

Our Guild's Idol is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Uri Guild Idol

1. Hello Morning Star

"I didn't want to realize this... I'm still in love with you."
Atsuto is a core member of a 5-man boy band called "L Planet" and Yuki is a charismatic vocalist in another band at the same company named "Realis." These two studs are rumored to be rivals vying for the top spot as the next big superstar, but when they were still training to be stars, they used to be - lovers. They began to drift apart when Atsuto made his debut before Yuki and now their relationship is but a mere shadow of what it once was. Their relationship is awkward at best and yet the flame of desire still flickers within Atsuto's heart...

Hello Morning Star has finished publishing and it has 23 Chapters. It is also Known as: ハローモーニングスター, Hello Morning Star, ハローモーニングスター