Imitation (2021)

An Idol life the good, bad and ugly(owners) A must see

I enjoy watching webtoons turn into idol dramas especially this one. I feel like it touches on so many levels that are true to life in the dreams of being an idol. Its sad in many way as you watch these young kids training every day for hours on end and some make some don't. Here they train and receive nothing unless you are great and bring in money they get an allowance and a nicer place to stay. Your life is owned by the company as a pretty face and talent, but don't think of having any real relationship as your fans will dislike it and attack everyone. I'm a fan of many Kpop group, but they are also humans and should be allowed to have a life that's not destroyed or controlled by the fans. Your there for the good times, but throw them away when it bad or you dislike them and start bad rumors that hurt so many unnecessary. You see it everyday on multiple internet sites. This was a great Drama that shows you some real things that happen in our lives today. The cast of idols did a amazing job and hope to see more of them as they grow. A definite watch

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a none bias review of the kdrama(mosty with the acting and ost)

Okay first of all, I have read the webtoon series but only the season 1 since I though I might spoil myself, but that was not the case. If anyone who would like to really fully know the whole story I recommend reading the webtoon rather than watching this. (English isn't my first language)

Lets talk about the story line; tbh I felt like the story was rush. Wherein some parts are dull and unnecessary and other were too much which isn't part of the webtoon at all ( I do understand that this is adaptation but it was way too much)

The acting...my god tbh only half of the actor/actresses were able to portray the characters from the manhwa, However as the it continues their acting became natural but I notice that they were uncomfortable with their co-stars. I'm now gonna go more the chemistry between the main lead(maha and ryok), 2nd main(yujin and hyunji), and some other chemistry that are WORTH MENTIONING.

The main lead: chemistry was off especially with maha in the beginning but later on went to ryok. where in maha was the clingy one in the beginning but ryok went full on pick me boy, knowing HE BROKE UP WITH HER BUT CLINGS TO HER AFTER HE BREAKS THEM UP. Following her everywhere she go, like a lost child begging for attention(like bruh you acting like she broke up with u but its the opposite). I truly lost hope on the main lead at that point and just invested my focus on the other interactions between the characters.

The 2nd lead: okay these two I've been rooting for them since day one, but their chemistry with each other started out a bit awkward but later on I notice they both improved a lot both nayoung and yunho(hyunji and yunho) However they did well for being the 2nd lead couple. I only wished for more interactions between the two.

My fav couple/duos:
1. RIA AND THE SHAX MEMBER( im sorry I forgot his name) THESE TWO, THEY HAD MORE CHEMISTRY COMBINED WITH THE MAIN LEAD THE 2ND LEAD COUPLES. They deserve to be known, their acting with each other was so natural as well with storyline. They were flawless as if they were a real couple.

2. HYUK AND DOJIN, honesty I really didn't think that I would end the drama and remembering this duo. They were two peas in pod. What surprised me even more is that even if hyuk is more on the cuter side, Jongho playing this role is such a good choice and even placing him with yuri(dojin) made it better. They were so natural and comfortable with each other , and while watching it I just though I was watching a couple of besties having fun.

3. Ryok and SHAX MANAGER, now I know I slandered ryok at first but his interaction with his manager just makes up for it. These two were amazing, the classic funny duo which I truly love.

4. Lalima and Tea party Manager, Both of them weren't a couple but I love their friendship and professionalism with one another. Both being caring for the people around them and acting mature in making decisions( even if Lalima was the antagonist in the start you will start to love her as the story goes on)

Now I want to talk about the ost/songs that were in here. First, DIAMOND-sparkling HAS POTENTAIL BUT THEY MADE IT A FLOP SONG ON PURPOSE. My first listen to this song I became a fin asap but as it keeps one repeating I learned to love it despite that horrendous autotune/nassle voice at the start and rap. TEAPARTY/OMEGA 3, I kid you not I have this song stuck in my head and I don't care since it was so good. Knowing that the actress were past trainees and idol I knew the one would come out great but I was shock with the actress that played as maha. She is good at singing and dancing, you can really see that she did her best in portraying her role. MALO-Shax, its a bop. I'm not surprised since shax is suppose to be the best group in imitation. The melody and chores fits so well with each other.

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Amazing and Interesting

I really thought i wasn't going to like this show but i got sucked into it real quick. honestly upset that ive finished it. it gives you a different perspective of what trainees and idols go through behind the scenes. The music is catchy and the groups are well put together. the main two couldve had more of a spark but all the side couples make up for it honestly. theres been many of these kpop shows and i love all of them but this one by far is the best one ive ever seen. its more real. shows more of what trainees ACTUALLY go through instead of this fantasy world

10/10 recommend this show.

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It's Worth Watching ❤️

At first, I wasn't very keen on watching the drama. Honestly, I didn't even think that I'll watch it. But then when I spotted Jeong Ji So in DAYS and came to know she is the lead in Imitation, I thought of watching it. But the urge to watch it started because of all the Instagram hype.

The drama is about young trainees who wish to be a k-pop idol. I wouldn't say there is any main character as such since all the characters had their own story to tell. But Lee Ma-ha and Kwon Ryok plays the lead. Ma-ha is trying to debut but is always failing due to some reason and Ryok is the most loved member of the most loved group.

The drama talks about the struggles of an idol or a trainee but it isn't just that. It also have love and romance. Many people thought that adding romance into it was not a good move but I loved it. The storyline was good and I liked it.

Gradually, I started liking all the characters in the drama. The acting was very good. The drama is so addictive and fun to watch. I didn't get bored in any episode. It started out slow but didn't fail to maintain it's pace.

The romance angle was also good. By the end, the story became very emotional and I did shed some tears.
The best part was that there weren't evil characters. The drama showed genuine friendship.
I wish we would have gotten some more episodes. La Li Ma's character was so well written 🤗

I actually loved the show. But I see many bad reviews and ratings for the show which I think isn't fair.

I would say give it a try. It's worth watching.

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Me ha sorprendido gratamente!!!

Actualizado al final: Estoy por el capítulo 7 y no puedo parar! Qué drama juvenil tan bueno!!! Las actuaciones son de calidad, la trama te engancha y la química de los protagonistas es muy bonita!!! Es muy interesante como el drama retrata el mundo del kpop desde dentro de manera bastante realista. Pues aunque el tono de la serie es de comedia romántica no deja de denunciar ciertas aspectos oscuros que existen detrás de la apariencia idílica de la vida de los idols: La presión a la que están sometidos, los comportamientos de algunos fandoms, las exigencias de los productores, su limitada vida privada, etc. La recomiendo muchísimo!
FINAL: Me reitero en las impresiones que tuve de los primeros capítulos, Imitation es una serie juvenil muy buena con interpretaciones de actores bastante noveles que dan la talla, momentos dramáticos muy bien hechos y una trama que te engancha. El final perfecto!!! Además es corta, perfecta para ver cuando uno ha acabado otros dramas más heavys o oscuros. Te deja bien calentito el corazón.

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This one might appeal to a KPOP enthusiast

Please allow me to explain the headline. This show might be able to shed some light on the lives of idols from diets to contracts. The artists displayed a great amount of romance while teaching the audience about friendship, trust, struggles, and goals. One of my favorite aspects of this show is how lighthearted and enjoyable it is.

The cast was amazing! Ri-Ma, Ri-A, and Do-Jin were my personal favorites. Ri-Ma, on the other hand, stole the spotlight with her character development and when she rescue of the trainees from her former company, which was planning to sell them to the NOG entertainment. Ri-A and Do-Jin, on the other hand, are both easygoing and have a good sense of humor.

I absolutely like Tea Party's music, so let's get to the concert/ending! I appreciate watching their performance since it is catchy and upbeat. Even though the music of the other groups is not my taste, they all performed admirably in that scene when they sang Eun-Jo's song.

Overall, if someone asked me for a light and quick drama, I would recommend this one.

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Not PERFECT but FUN!!!!!

I think viewers nowadays expect some perfectly written kdramas with top tier actors and flawless characters. This drama is NOT THAT!!! However, it is sooooo entertaining and addicting to binge watch. It's really cliche and cringy to the point that it's actually good. The bromance between the Shax members with all the bickering and teasing, the love-hate relationships between managers and the idols and the lowkey flirting between girl groups and boy groups. This drama has it all!!!

It also touches a lot on the current issues of the kpop industry including reporters blackmailing companies using idol couple scandals, agencies abusing and mistreating their idols, young and naive trainees taken advantage of and suicides due to pressure from the industry. If you are a fan of kpop or atleast are familiar with it, give this drama a shot.

The cast also did not deserve the hate they received as I think their acting are up to standards....obviously it wasn't a gong yoo or a son ye jin performance but it is good enough.

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