The Heavenly Idol is a 2023 South Korean television series starring Kim Min-kyu, Park Ji-hyun, and Ahn Hyo-seop. It is based on the web novel High Priest Rembrary by Han-ul. The series follows the story of Rembrary, a priest from another world who descends to Earth to fight a demon. However, he is mistaken for an idol trainee and ends up joining a K-pop group.

The Heavenly Idol is a light-hearted and comedic drama that explores the world of K-pop. It is full of catchy songs, impressive dance moves, and beautiful visuals. The cast is also excellent, with Kim Min-kyu giving a standout performance as Rembrary.

The series does have some flaws. The plot is somewhat predictable, and the characters are not always well-developed. However, these flaws are minor and do not detract from the overall enjoyment of the show.

Overall, The Heavenly Idol is a fun and entertaining drama that is sure to please fans of K-pop. It is a light-hearted and comedic show that is perfect for a weekend binge-watch.

Here are some of the pros and cons of the show:

Pros:

Excellent cast
Catchy songs
Impressive dance moves
Beautiful visuals
Light-hearted and comedic

Cons:

Predictable plot
Underdeveloped characters

Overall, I would give The Heavenly Idol a 7/10. It is a fun and entertaining show that is sure to please fans of K-pop. However, it is not without its flaws.

I may be biased because I love fantasy and idol dramas, but this show has an unfairly low score (61%? It deserves at least to be in the mid 70s).

So much happened in each and every episode that it was impossible to get bored. I remember thinking by episode four how it felt like I'd watch double the amount of episodes because of how much story had already been tackled. And even if "good vs evil" is not my favorite trope (villains being bad just for the sake of it is boring), I still really enjoyed every other aspect of the show.

The leads had good chemistry, even if perhaps their romantic spark was a little lackluster. But I liked their rapport, especially when Gam Jae was added into the mix. I also really liked how the show blended its serious moments with lots of little, hilarious pockets of comic relief. The cute sound effects and switch to funny music during weighty scenes had me laughing more than once.

Another aspect that was a positive was how Lembrary helped each of his group members overcome their emotional pain. I thought the camaraderie and brotherhood idols develop with their group members was very nicely portrayed. And I think dedicating a little time to show how each of them wrestled their feelings of disappointment and discouragement after not seeing all the blood, sweat and tears they'd poured into becoming successful pay off, made it all the sweeter and more significant when they finally overcame these dark emotions and finally got to reap the benefits of all their hard work. Fractured groups coming back together is my favorite aspect of idol dramas (besides, I have the softest spot ever for BTS, and Wild Animal living all on top of each other and their company being small heavily reminded me of how they started off). The one thing I will say, though, is that I would have liked to see more performances. There wasn't nearly enough singing and dancing.

Final positive aspect? No love triangle. And the bonus of the unexpected twist involving Redrin.

I think for anyone that enjoys idol culture and shows, and fantasy, this'll be a good fit. Personally, I thought it was great!

**_Synopsis from CJ ENM_**

Pontifex Lembrary fights against a devil, he gets transferred to a different world possessing the body of Woo Yeon-woo who is a member of an unpopular idol group called Wild Animal. In an entertainment business where overwhelming social skills, trendiness, and talents are highly necessary, it is hard for solemn, holy Lembrary to adapt. Due to his inappropriate says and dos as a celebrity, Lembrary is talked about from the public and receives attention that he did not expect. Using his goodness and love, Lembrary heals this twisted and barren world people live in while going this way and that way to settle himself as an idol.