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The Fan (2018)

  • Reality
  • 100 min episodes
  • 1 seasons
  • 12 age guide

A new type of survival show is here. Hottest stars in the industry try to find the next future stars. Stars become the fan of the future stars and try to support them. While competing one another, these future stars have to gather as much fans from the public. Which star will pick the brightest start of all? Who will the nation pick? Various stars will pay a visit to the show each week to introduce the rookies to the viewers. Stay tuned for beautiful performances and amazing talent that shines. Which celebrity will be gather the most fans for their rookie? Which rookie will be chosen by the public? The toughest competition begins now.

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    • strong story and style similarity
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    • strong story and style similarity
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  3. 03

    Part-Time Idol

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    • strong story and style similarity
    • a closely matched era
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  4. 04

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    Strong story similarity

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  5. 05

    Be the NEXT: 9 Dreamers

    Strong story similarity

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  6. 06

    Boy Band

    Similar atmosphere

    2017 · 45 min · Reality

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    Singers battle it out to become a member of the next music sensation. Viewers at home vote for their five favorite band members. Winners get a spot in the band and a recording contract with Hollywood Records.

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    • strong genre and series-style overlap
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  7. 07

    Sixth Sense

    Strong story similarity

    2020 · 90 min · Reality · Talk

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    The Pop Game

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    2017 · 60 min · Family · Reality

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    Young aspiring vocalists are mentored by famous musicians in hopes of scoring a record contract with a major label in this reality competition.

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