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The cast boasts of a very varied and impressive idol cast with a very seasoned FL. However the idol actors take away the show and the Female lead is left lacking and at times either over acting or under acting.

The story touches upon many aspects of the idol career but somehow ends up drawing everything to a romantic angle which aren't completely required. The kiss scenes are cringey at the least and the chemistry between the leads end up lacking. The ML does and amazing job but the FL can't keep up.

The drama could have been kept longer than 12 episodes so that they could hash out the side stories because they had so much potential, in many places much more than the main storyline of the FL&ML. The suicide story line was very well done and Chani again while being a supporting actor becomes the main character and holds the whole storyline.

The cast as we can see are mainly idols ( baring two characters) and are able to flesh out those characters very well

Ryok - Jun - U kiss La Rima - Jiyeon - T ara Yujin - Yunho - Ateez Hyuk - Johngo - Ateez Se young - Seong hwa - Ateez Min soo - San - Ateez Eunjo - Chani - SF9 Lee hyeon - Hwiyoung - SF9 Hyun oh - Su Wong - Boys Republic

Ri ah - Minseo - Superstar K7 participant Doojin - Yuri - Produce 101 participant

The only two idols in the show who aren't really idols in real life are the FL and the Shax leader. It's very evident in the way they perform, both while singing and dancing. The Shax leader can get off with it because they try not to focus on him during the performance shots but with the FL they have to show her no matter how much they try to avoid it during the performances. And it makes it very evidently awkward.

While I like the whole drama and the acting, in my opinion they could have done with a different female lead because even though most of the cast idol actors they genuinely overshadowed her by miles. Also while she's cute and all she doesn't give off that idol vibe. No bashing on her, she's an amazing actress in the other roles she has done but this role didn't suit her.

While you don't have to be a fan of actual K-pop idol groups to enjoy the show, having just a bit of knowledge really does make all of the subtext and in-jokes so much better!

Pretty much all of the actors are existing members of groups, or have been at sometime. There is so much joy involved in watching them perform as characters rather than as their standard on-stage personas, as most of them have been cast opposite to their usual 'type'.

There is also the meta aspect of them representing an industry that has truly had issues with how trainees and artists are treated. This meta becomes a major part of the narrative dynamic, but they also have fun with it. Eg. Going on real talk shows as their Imitation character, and then as the characters commenting that they only know cover dances from the band that they actually truly belong to (!) or releasing character'fan-cam' videos on real YouTube channels.

The only bad thing about the show? It's only releasing one episode a week! It's absolute torture to have to wait a whole week and only get one hour at a time in this fabulous world.

I love Imitation so much. First episode and I already cried so much. This is such an eye-opener that the world of K-pop isn't all about fame and glamor. They go through so much to get somewhere, and that's if they're lucky and mad talented. If not, they just disappear into oblivion. :'( I'll keep watching this because of ATEEZ and I love all the cast, and everything. Fighting!

Before I started I wasn't expecting this at all.

This drama is so interesting, the pace and rhythm are just perfect too, nothing feels rushed but the plot keeps dragging you into the story and you won't be able to leave it.

The drama tells the tough life young artists have to live in South Korea to get to the top and be successful ( if they even achieve anything).

The life of a trainee starts too soon, requires too may hours of continuous work and endless sacrifices. It tackles for example the lack of freedom and how ruthless the fandom in those societies is, being able to e control many aspects of the idols lives and even put a end to their career if they feel wronged by them. Very scary.

It is a very enlightening drama and I felt every emotion watching it, very enjoyable.

It has comedy, drama, romance, friendship and very nice performances. The fact That most of the cast is actually an idol in different groups is very refreshing, what a bunch of very talented young actors.

I recommend it 100%.

Since I am Atiny, I checked this drama for ATEEZ members but while reaching till the end, I fell in love with all the other idols featured The story is great and exciting to watch.. Don't miss it Have a great day.

It started out promising but progressed very slow, and when the leads finally kinda got together their relationship was unrealistically fast out of nowhere. Lots of mistakes/holes too, such as why did the FL cut her hair short only to suddenly start wearing poorly done tacky extensions all the time? They never explained this. Acting isn't great either. Sorry to disappoint but really a subpar drama.

A must see kdrama if you're passionate about music (KPOP), dance, and finding who you are/your identity. I loved this!

The 2 episodes so far have been awesome!! It's my first time ever watching a drama and I'm having so much fun!! Besides, i really like how they're showing idols behind the scenes, I'm expecting a lot from imitation!!

The story itself is interesting, however there is no chemistry between the two main characters, both need to improve their performance as actors a lot.

This dra showed us how dark and dangerous K-pop industry is! They just don't respect their artist and think of them money making machine!! This drama need more appreciation for bringing up this side of Ki industry!! And acting was really good if every actors actresses!!

Korean Drama 'Immitation' is an idol drama with a predictable story that almost brings to mind old dramas.

The story is a love story along with some details on idol life as well as the struggles of the trainees. The love story was from cheesy to boring to idiotic. There were no surprises and the whole thing just lacked chemistry and romantic vibes. The side couples were underdeveloped and rushed. But, probably the mystery of the disappearing member and the whole industry corruption had depth. Unfortunately, the drama only presented those superficial, focusing on the love story. The love triangle, moreover, was boring and did not add anything to the love story, only to the dynamics of the girl group. As for the characters, though the actors and actresses had enjoyable performances and presented their characters decently, were mostly annoying and frustrating.

So, overall, three out of ten.

You shouldn't let this pass, just check it out its really excellent.

Why such low rating guys? Did you watch this one or u just saw the teaser trailer??

IMITATION An aspiring and touching k-drama about kpop, idols, trainees and love. A k-drama that dares to reveal the reality of kpop industry and it's dark side, trainees' daily life and hardships as well as idol's mindset about the concept of love.

Through Annie's and Eun-Jo's story... through Hyun-Ji, Yoo Ri-A, Ri-Ma, Yoo-Jin, Do-Jin, Jae-Woo, Yi-Hyun, Hyun-O, Se-Young, Min-Soo, Hyeok we learn about the difficulties a trainee has to go through, in order to succeed his/her dream, but also about the criticism and negativity of media about Idol's relationships.

Through Ma-ha's and Ryuk's love story who dared to go against people's opinions and pursue their dream as well as their love, we managed to sympathize with every character and learn to respect a little more idol's life and choices. They are humans too and deserve all the love and our support, regardless of their personal lives.

All the characters were mesmerizing and the main leads had amazing chemistry. The show unfolds neither fast nor slowly but exactly as it should in order to confine the audience!!!

The plot for the show seems pretty interesting and the first few episodes were off to a good start, but i could not get past the god awful acting. It comes off as borderline cringey especially from the main actress. The acting feels super forced and there's little to no chemistry between the leads. Could've been a great series if not foiled by bad acting...

I really don't know why imitation doesnt got hit that much because it is literally a worth watching drama with a good storyline that you all will love and curious to know about once you start watching this drama. And and and if u haven't watch this drama I chinchaaaa recommend you all to watch this and if you are not going to watching then sorry you really don't have a good eye on good dramas 😊 Imitation #❤ the last episode will really excite youu so go watch it guyzzzzzzz.

To tell you the truth I didn't have high expextations for this kdrama but I enjoyed it a lot!

I really liked the story between the leading couple and their romantic scenes , i liked the second lead characters as they were somehow funny at first...

However after ep 7 things started change ... the plot became weak and boring .I did not like the second lead couple ( the girl from ''team party'' & the boy from ''Sparkling'') it was just unessecary snf boring . Also there are a lot of different stories for every character that make the show worse.

I believe that almost eceryoine would write a better story after 7 ep . This kdrama had a lot of chance becoming a masterpiece but they did not take advantage of them ..