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. 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

17. 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

16. 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

15. [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

14. Idol x Idol Story!

Mimi Nagisa (22 years old) is a former idol. Being told she lacked the talent, she gave up on her idol dreams and now she works part-time while attending college. However, the moment she meets the up-and-coming idol Ibuki Nanakusa, her interest is rekindled, and their lives begin to intersect with each other.

Idol x Idol Story! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: IDOL×IDOL STORY！, アイドル×アイドル　ストーリー！

13. Idol Yameru kedo Kekkon Shite Kuremasu ka!?

Sato Itto is an ordinary salaryman who has been shy about love due to past trauma. One day, a school reunion is held for the first time in several years. While they are having a good time talking about the good old days, Hebo, a recently retired idol, suddenly shows up! Sato is upset to see Hebo, who was his first love in school. He tries to get over his feelings with the help of alcohol, even though he doesn't normally drink. But when he wakes up the next morning, he finds himself naked in the same bed with Hebo.

As Sato desperately tries to recall what happened, Hebo-san shocked him even more by saying... "Marry me!"

What will happen to this marriage between two people are absolute zeros at love?

Idol Yameru kedo Kekkon Shite Kuremasu ka!? is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: アイドル辞めるけど結婚してくれますか!?, Will You Marry Me If I Quit Being an Idol?, Will You Marry Me Because I Quit Being an Idol?

12. 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

11. 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

10. 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.

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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!?

9. 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.

8. 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

7. 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

6. 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

5. An Insincere Idol's Blank Slate

K-pop idol Yoon Eden has wasted away for years under a mediocre label with an incompetent CEO. He is disillusioned and on the verge of quitting when he's sent back in time to the day of his debut. Now, Eden is determined to use his songwriting talent to rewrite his career and gain some well-deserved fame. Despite his CEO still pushing cheesy songs and tacky concepts, can Eden, with the help of his group members, truly reignite his spark and become a sincerely dazzling idol?

An Insincere Idol's Blank Slate is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: A Blank Slate Regression for the Idol That Lost His Original Mindset, A Blank Slate Regression For The Idol That Lost His Original Intention, 初心を忘れたアイドルのための回帰白書

4. Koisuru Idol Ryuusei-kun wa Kujikenai!

Ryusei, a handsome idol who is rapidly gaining popularity, has a crush on his childhood friend Daichi. However, Daichi is obsessed with the "idol Ryusei,'' and even when he approaches him, he doesn't turn around. On the other hand, Daichi also secretly has a crush on Ryusei, but he hides his romantic feelings for him and supports "everyone's idol Ryusei"...? A love story between a popular idol and a healthy childhood friend, with mutual unrequited love! ♡

Koisuru Idol Ryuusei-kun wa Kujikenai! has finished publishing and it has 6 Chapters. It is also Known as: 恋するアイドル流星くんはくじけない！, Lovesick Idol Ryuusei-kun Won't Give Up!

3. Top Star Jaeneung Seogo

Top Star Jaeneung Seogo

Sang-Jun, a talentless idol trainee, wished to transfer to a new entertainment company. Then, the day he asked his director about it, Sang-Jun received a book which unlocks access to a "talent library", allowing him to quickly learn various skills.

With this book and his newfound "talents", Sang-Jun is going to become a top star!

Top Star's Talent Library has finished publishing and it has 74 Chapters. It is also Known as: Top Star Jaeneung Seogo

2. Eoseowa, Ireon Angnyeo Cheoeumiji

A girl from the modern world aspiring to become a pop idol slips into the body of Ashley Verrence, the main villainess of the novel she was reading. In the original story, Ashley was a crown princess who lost favor with the prodigal crown prince and ended up being executed.

The new Ashley has one year to change her destiny and her first steps towards a new future start with preparing a play using her modern knowledge. Can she make amends and escape her death?

Villainess's Idol has finished publishing and it has 64 Chapters. It is also Known as: Welcome, It's the First Time With This Kind of Villainess, You've Never Met a Villainess Like Me

1. So I Married the Anti-Fan

How far would you go to take down the person you hate most? With no house, no job, and nothing left to lose, Geunyeong Lee is willing to risk it all to bring down the country’s national treasure, Korean superstar Who Joon. But once the two really get to know each other, bringing him down suddenly becomes a lot harder. Will she be able to ruin him once and for all after she learns the truth about the man behind the popstar?

So I Married the Anti-Fan has finished publishing and it has 87 Chapters. It is also Known as: Geuraeseo Naneun Antipaengwa Gyeolhonhaetda (Jaerim), Mon anti-fan ! (Jaerim), My Anti-Fan! (Jaerim), So I Married an Anti-Fan (Jaerim), だから俺はアンチと結婚 した (Jaerim), 所以和黑粉结婚了 (Jaerim), 所以我和黑粉結婚了 (Jaerim), 그래서 나는 안티팬과 결혼했다 (Jaerim)