The YouTube-based situational fake drama 'King of Acting' will conclude its first season on September 7 with the release of its twentieth episode.

First introduced in December last year, 'King of Acting' is led by actors Kim Eui-sung and Im Hyung-jun, drawing attention with its unique concept that blurs the line between the reality and fiction of the acting industry. In particular, Im Hyung-jun proved his capabilities as a creator, taking charge of not only appearing in the show but also planning, writing the script, and directing.

Drawing on his long acting career, Im Hyung-jun incorporated detailed aspects of actual filming sets and the actor ecosystem into the work. Within a setting that crosses the boundary between reality and fiction, the show delivered a unique form of fun by depicting situations plausible in the film industry, such as power struggles between actors and casting competitions.

The cast is equally impressive. Park Jung-min, Park Hae-joon, Jang Hang-jun, Ryu Seung-ryong, Yoon Kye-sang, Yoo Ji-tae, Lee Dong-hwi, Ra Mi-ran, Kim Ki-cheon, and Woo Hyun appeared in the series. Moving between their real images and on-screen roles, they offered viewers a special pleasure of reality and fiction intertwined.

The show's popularity was also proven in numbers. The episode featuring Jang Hang-jun recorded more than 1.02 million views, while the 'Doppelganger' episode featuring Kim Ki-cheon and Woo Hyun together also surpassed 960,000 views.

Viewer response has been enthusiastic as well. Praise for Im Hyung-jun's various roles poured in, with comments such as 'Respect to screenwriter Im Hyung-jun' and 'Im Hyung-jun deserves an award for this work,' while the fresh stories unfolding in each episode and the intricate settings also received positive reviews.

The production team is keeping open the possibility of expanding the work across various platforms and formats, including OTT, based on the worldview and characters established in Season 1. The final episode to be released on September 7 will feature top-tier stars, bringing Season 1 to a grand finale.