K-Pop Dream Meets Crime Nightmare in ENA’s New Drama ‘I Dol I’, Now on Netflix

A Fangirl's Dream and Nightmare, Rolled into One

Broadcaster ENA, the network behind global hits like 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo', is launching its new Monday-Tuesday drama, 'I Dol I'. According to initial reports from Dramabeans, the series promises to be a unique blend of genres, mixing rom-com, crime, and suspense into a story that's described as a "fangirl's dream and nightmare rolled into one."

Romance, Murder, and a K-Pop Idol at the Center

The 12-episode series reportedly kicks off with a classic K-pop romance premise but quickly spirals into a dark murder mystery. The plot centers on an idol, plunging viewers into a world where adoration and obsession collide with deadly consequences. This high-concept narrative aims to deliver both the heartwarming moments of a romance and the chilling tension of a thriller.

For global audiences, 'I Dol I' will be available for streaming on Kocowa and Netflix, ensuring fans worldwide can follow the suspense as it unfolds. The series airs locally in South Korea on the ENA channel every Monday and Tuesday.

PRISM Insight: The arrival of 'I Dol I' highlights a growing trend in K-dramas of deconstructing the glossy facade of the K-pop industry. Moving beyond simple fan-service narratives, creators are now weaving in darker, more complex themes—from mental health struggles to crime—to explore the pressures and perils behind the polished performances. This genre-bending approach signals a maturing in storytelling, using the popular idol setting to tackle more sophisticated, and often unsettling, subject matter.