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I-chu: Halfway Through — The Idol

is a 12-episode anime adaptation of the popular mobile rhythm game I★Chu , which aired in early 2021. Produced by studio Lay-duce , it follows a colorful cast of aspiring male idols—known as "I-Chu"—as they train at the prestigious Étoile Vio School . Core Premise

: Beyond just selling CDs, the students must grapple with the fundamental question of "what an idol actually is" while striving for their professional debut.

The story kicks off with a bizarre challenge: the students are informed by their principal—who speaks from inside a —that they must sell 3,000 CDs in three months or face expulsion.

The series is known for its diverse "units," each with a unique aesthetic:

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I-Chu: Halfway Through the Idol