The best mangas and animes on the Kpop theme to discover

The Kpop, or Korean pop music, has conquered fans worldwide for several years now. Fans of this culture no longer just listen to the music but also seek to learn more about their passion through various media. So yes, a large part consume standard mangas like Demon Slayer or One Piece. But, within this community, there are mangas and animes, some of which have Kpop as their main theme. Here is a list of the best mangas and animes on the subject.

Anime with Kpop groups as central characters

These animes feature fictional Kpop groups trying to break into the industry or already at the top of their art. They reveal the behind-the-scenes of the Kpop world and often offer catchy songs specially created for these series.

Idolmaster: Xenoglossia

Adaptation of a video game, Idolmaster: Xenoglossia follows a group of young girls who dream of becoming Kpop stars. In addition to following their musical adventures, this anime adds a touch of science fiction with mechas, giant robots piloted by these same idols.

Pretty Rhythm: Aurora Dream

The three protagonists form a rising idol group. They participate in various contests and competitions to showcase their talent and thus touch the hearts of their fans. This anime is packed with music, choreography, and friendship.

Mangas focused on Kpop groups

Mangas allow an even deeper exploration of the passion for Kpop through varied and original stories that usually feature a fictional Kpop group.

Idol Dreams

Chikage, 31, works in a dull company and lives a monotonous life until a childhood friend gives her a second chance. Thanks to an experimental drug, she can go back 15 years and fulfill her dream: becoming a Kpop idol. Idol Dreams explores the challenges of fame and the sacrifices these young stars must make to succeed.

Animes and mangas where Kpop is an important element of the plot

In these series, Kpop is not the main subject, but it still plays an essential role in the story and helps develop the characters and their motivations.

Nana

This anime follows two young girls with the same name, Nana, but very different personalities. One is a rock singer dreaming of success in music, while the other is a naive young woman searching for true love. Kpop appears here as a means for the characters to flourish and achieve their goals.

Love in the Mask

Hyun Bin, a poor young girl, must disguise herself as a boy to find a job and survive in a cruel world. Her talent for dance and striking resemblance to a famous Kpop idol will allow her to join a music group and discover love. This manga addresses deep themes such as identity and social prejudices.

TV series inspired by Kpop

Kpop has also inspired Korean TV series (K-dramas) featuring music stars or aspiring singers who experience lively and moving adventures.

1. Dream High - An academy specialized in training future Kpop stars welcomes six talented students who gradually realize their dream of fame.

2. K-Pop Extreme Survival - A teenage girl pretends to be a boy to join a male Kpop group. Friendships and rivalries form within this group striving to reach the heights of success.

The enthusiasm for Kpop continues to grow, and these mangas, animes, and TV series allow fans to dive even deeper into this captivating universe. Whether they feature fictional groups or address themes related to music, these works offer rich and diverse entertainment for all Kpop lovers.