Why Did Kim Jae-Young Find Idol I's Episode 6 'Difficult'? Choi Soo-Young Points Special Sequence

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have become staple for fans and gained a massive fandom in India too. These series and shows have found their place among Indian viewers, with many shows enjoying a loyal fan following. Joining that list is the new series IDOL I, which has quickly risen as an unexpected favourite. Currently featuring in Netflix’s Global Top 10 (Non-English), the show has struck a chord beyond its romance, garnering praise for its honest take on idol culture, fandom, fame, and the emotional cost of living under constant public attention.

Idol I stars Kim Jae-Young and Choi Soo-Young on their bond

. Recently, the show's stars Choi Soo-Young and Kim Jae-Young opened up about the Kdrama and their bond. During the chat, Jae-Young revealed one of the sequences in the sixth episode that he particularly found difficult. On the other hand, Choi Soo-Young shared one of the sequence from the same episode left a mark for her.Choi Soo-Young plays the role of Sena, a composed lawyer who secretly lives as a devoted fan, and Kim Jae-Young as Do Raik, a renowned idol slowly unraveling under the pressure of being endlessly consumed by the public.In their recent interview with India Today, Kim Jae-young praised Soo-young for her portrayal of Maeng Sena and the concept of a “hidden fan,” saying her performance made his heart flutter both during filming and while watching the show. He added that her warm, easygoing nature made communication smooth on set, which helped their chemistry come across naturally on screen.For Soo-young, restraint was equally important. She noted that there’s something deeply human about loving something quietly, especially when one’s profession calls for authority and composure.

Idol I star Kim Jae-Young reveals what made episode 6's THIS sequence 'difficult'

During the interview, Kim Jae-Young opened up about emotional awareness fed directly into the performances, particularly in Episode 6, which has become one of the most debated episodes of the series. He also described Raik’s reaction to discovering that Sena is a fan as one of the most difficult scenes he had to perform. He admitted there were moments when he wondered if it would have been easier for Raik to accept the truth immediately. However, Raik’s deepest desire is to be liked for who he truly is- not because of expectations, conditions, or professional obligation. His reaction, shaped by past trauma involving obsessive sasaeng fans, is driven by fear, confusion, and self-preservation rather than rejection.

Why Choi Soo-Young pointed out Idol I's Episode 6 sequence?

On the other hand, Choi Soo-Young pointed to the same episode for a very different reason. She shared the billboard sequence, where Sena comforts Raik, as a particularly special moment. Inspired by real fan culture, the scene works precisely because Sena is both a fan and herself. Emotionally overwhelming yet deeply sincere, it stands as one of the moments she is most proud of in the series.

About Idol I

Idol I is currently streaming on Channel K, Netflix, and Viki in India, as it continues to spark conversation about fame, fandom, and the fragile human emotions that exist on both sides of the limelight.Have you watched Idol I yet? Tweet to us @TimesNow!