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1. 151 开 Opening an Idol Agency to Dominate Chinese Showbiz 开偶像公司称霸内娱 AT0MModern Romance442k WordsCompleted One-line pitch: If I can't be an idol, I'll be the boss who rules the industry! [Idols of all genders + ensemble cast + entrepreneurship + no romance] [A young person's dream is summer fireworks] After ten years as a trainee, Xu Jialan still failed to make her debut in the cutthroat world of show business. Furious, she packed up and went home to live off her parents as soon as her contract expired. She casually opened a dance studio to make ends meet, and somehow it became a hit. Was she born wi 4.2kReads9.3Score40314d adds
2. 152 素 An Unknown Nobody Goes Viral on an Overseas Boy Band Survival Show 素人小透明在海外男团选秀爆红 Procrastinating for Ten Thousand Years拖稿一万年Modern Romance263k WordsOngoing (The rating just came out!) [Boy group survival show + no romance + center debut + top-tier star] Shi Sihua died, but not completely. After being forced by a mysterious entity to complete 99 rounds of survival games that required him to play other people, he came back to life. But why was the first thing he heard upon waking someone cursing him in a foreign language? And why was everyone around him wearing clothes with an F printed on them? After learning what was going on from the System, S 44Reads8.5Score—14d adds

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   After being reborn, the male protagonist finds himself participating in a boy group audition program in South Korea. He debuts as the center of the group without any romantic pairing and becomes a top star. He does have a professionally promoted romantic pairing.

3. 153 制 Conquering Korean Showbiz, Starting as a Trainee 制霸韩娱从练习生开始 Hei Wei黑娓Urban140k WordsOngoing In his previous life, Han Yue pursued his dream of singing and dancing. With his exceptional looks, he trained for five years in South Korea, only to be told he lacked talent and sent back to China. In the end, he died suddenly under the crushing pressure of a 996 work schedule. Reborn, he finds himself at the crossroads where he was sent back to China, and unexpectedly awakens a Proficiency System. No matter what he does, talent and bottlenecks are no obstacle. As long as he works hard, he can —Reads—Score—14d adds

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   A great read is here! 🍭🍭🍭 🎊✨①Who knows this book...? 📖Cheng Siyu, an ordinary college student; 🍀overnight, he transmigrates and becomes a member of a K-pop group with the same name as himself 🌱. What will happen next? ☘️

4. 154 S SVT: Emerald Feathers, Sunken Scales SVT：翠羽沉鳞青 Vireo FengVireo风Two Male Leads718k WordsCompleted He is SEVENTEEN’s “Number 0,” Alcyone, a codename born of new beginnings and the unknown. A winding snake tattoo with closed eyes on the back of his neck conceals a little-known past. He was once a shard of jade in a freezing night. His closest friend gave their life to save him from a staggering conspiracy. Now, bearing a lifetime of stories and scars, he steps into a practice room called the Greenhouse. He is a dream-maker onstage, his choreography imbued with the negative space of classical E 98Reads7.3Score—14d adds
5. 155 0 0713 Reunion Boy Band: A Summer with You 0713再就业男团：有你的夏天 Lu Lu Lulu鹿璐luFemale-Channel Fanfiction1.9M WordsCompleted She is their only light in the darkness. They are her only support in her loneliness. She is the precious girl they cherish in the palms of their hands. Has-been singer uncles vs. tone-deaf top-tier star and film queen Isn’t this group variety show supposed to be a music travel program? Why does it always feel like a honeymoon trip? Chen Chusheng: They’re too noisy. I’m coming to sleep in your room. Su Xing: Don’t be scared. I’m coming to see you. Wang Lixin: Close your eyes. I’m afraid I’ll sc 69Reads8.9Score—14d adds
6. 156 这 I’m Reborn, and I’m Still This Handsome 这么帅还重生 A Smile from You for the Beauty君一笑为红颜Urban1.4M WordsCompleted A love-triangle battlefield, everyday romance, a touch of business, emotional gamesmanship, and a high-EQ lead in control. After an unexpected accident, the protagonist, Xu Ke, finds himself back ten years in the past with his memories intact. Isn't this just a head start, plus ten years of experience to leave everyone else in the dust? The shy, insecure boy he used to be suddenly becomes confident and emotionally astute. He starts styling his hair and takes his studies seriously, unlocking both 14.3kReads8.9Score99714d adds

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   The first book! "Thinking back to my past life, I was utterly ordinary—average looks, average build, even my family background was average. I spent five years as a trainee in Country K but failed to debut. After returning home, I could only play minor, forgotten roles. Just when I was completely disillusioned with my acting career, fate gave me a chance—I was reborn, and this body possessed a beautiful appearance I never knew existed."

7. 157 我 I'm Disabled, and You Want Me to Debut as an Idol?! 我一个残疾你让我出道做偶像！？ See the Deer, See the Whale見鹿見鲸Modern Romance653k WordsOngoing [Female-oriented + no romance + transmigration + boy group debut + variety-show survival battle + livestreams + real-time comments + a touch of ensemble cast] Ling Jiangxian was a stunning beauty with paralyzed legs and heart disease. Because of his face and unique aura, an artist adopted him. But before he could enjoy a comfortable life for long, a game promotional song jolted him into a game. Question: What does it feel like to wake up and find your in-game teammates right in front of you? Lin 93Reads8.5Score—14d adds
8. 158 娱 Showbiz: My Older Sister Is a Rising Star 娱乐：我的姐姐是新生小花 Shi Muchi时暮迟Urban248k WordsOngoing The story of Bai Mengyan's younger brother, "Bai Mengchen," a prodigy who made a name for himself in the music industry, and the captain of the strongest girl group of the future fifth generation, whom he met on a variety show at the height of Korean entertainment. 2Reads—Score—14d adds
9. 159 S SEVENTEEN: Irreplaceable SEVENTEEN无可替代 Xi Yu西屿Female-Channel Fanfiction319k WordsCompleted Next x You, genius and popular PD, ambiguous one-on-one love triangle. Some details are deliberately true and some are fake, so tell them apart! OOC warning, slow-burn group-doting story. (New synopsis) ⬇️ In her previous life, Kim Yunhyun was a major fan. In her next life, she became a hotshot Korean entertainment producer. Thanks to her exceptional talent and her striking looks, unusual for someone who worked behind the scenes, she repeatedly shot to the top of the annual popularity charts. Fa 250Reads6.4Score—14d adds

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   Five stars, no further explanation needed. A must-buy for career enthusiasts.

10. 160 韩 K-Pop: The Day I Met Yuqi 韩娱，遇见雨琦那一天起 Late South and North晚南北Female-Channel Fanfiction234k WordsOngoing (I only know Song Yuqi, and this is my first time writing, so please bear with me. I'll do my best to write it well.) Shi Jiashu transmigrated to a parallel world with his memories and talents, where he met a little girl. He was very happy, and he could have stayed by her side forever, but family circumstances forced him to move abroad. Ten years later, when he returned, he saw the person he'd longed for at the airport. Their story slowly begins here... —Reads—Score—14d adds
11. 161 成 Becoming a Star, Starting as a Trainee 成为明星，从练习生开始 Branching分枝Modern Romance837k WordsCompleted [Content warning] [Female protagonist transmigrates into a man] [No romance] [Satisfying entertainment-industry story] [The male lead debuts through a talent show, then switches to acting midway through] [Contains lots of forum-style posts] Unofficial blurb: I, Chu Yue, am going to work my way up from nothing and build a fortune worth tens of billions! Official blurb: Chu Yue fell asleep and transmigrated to another world, where she became he. Unwilling to face unfamiliar family and friends, and 4.3kReads9.1Score27414d adds

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    Original male protagonist.

12. 162 S SEVENTEEN: Your Girl Has Plenty of Scandals SEVENTEEN：姐的绯闻就是多 Li Ye_李野_Female-Channel Fanfiction649k WordsOngoing Entered in the Huaben Cup, started 230505. “Everyone in the entertainment industry is begging me to fall in love already.” ‘Bold declarations, taking the initiative "Lover" *Gorgeous idol `Choi Seungcheol “Mico, when it comes to love, you have to be direct.” ‘Forbidden crush, careful scheming "Tequila" *Top-tier star and award-winning actor `Yoon Jeonghan “Mico, I was the one who loved you most back then.” ‘A love regretted, never leaving her s 87Reads—Score—14d adds
13. 163 韩 Korean Showbiz: Meeting GIDLE at the Summit 韩娱：GIDLE之顶峰相见 coachellaFemale-Channel Fanfiction86k WordsOngoing Feng Qiuting is reborn as the world's richest person and begins a new life. She has a twin brother and a younger sister who is four years her junior, and her family dotes on her. With the help of a System, she starts her own company and debuts alongside (G)I-DLE. 70Reads—Score—14d adds
14. 164 女 Reborn as a Man, I Conquer Chinese Showbiz by Leveling Up My Looks 女穿男，我靠升级颜值称霸内娱 Tan Yin Fu Yu檀音拂玉Modern Romance702k WordsCompleted [Female-to-male + no romance + System + coming of age + showbiz] (Content warning: Some plagiarism of stories and songs; includes a talent competition, fan service, and pandering to fans.) (I'm bad at writing blurbs. The protagonist grows over time, and later on there are plotlines about bringing glory to the country.) (This isn't a conventional wish-fulfillment story. Read at your own discretion.) Lin Qing was a C-list actress on Blue Star. She had strong professional skills, but was always a l 1.9kReads7.7Score17314d adds
15. 165 S SEVENTEEN: The Seventeen Young Lords of Qingtan SEVENTEEN：青滩十七少 Li Ye_李野_Modern Romance150k WordsCompleted The old and new tales of fourteen hot-blooded youths on White Tiger Street in Qingtan. Brother, this is a cage. You’re trapped, and so am I. You know that. I can’t escape Qingtan, and neither can any of us. “I’m the Fourteenth Leopard, and I’m also their Fourteenth Sister.” 1v13\Alternate Republic of China\Gangs\Violence\Dark Romance\Hot-Blooded\BE\Everyone Is Evil 45Reads—Score—14d adds
16. 166 道 A Daoist's Girlfriend Is in a Girl Group 道士的女团女友 I Want to Learn English Well我要学好英语Mystery207k WordsOngoing Jin Fan grew up under his grandfather's guidance. While helping Mini deal with Gu Mantong, he also put a stop to the threat from Li Zhenfeng, which meant he couldn't return home for the time being. He followed Yuqi and Meiyan to Korea, where he encountered the Jin Niang Cult, a sect that refines corpses and souls. As he dealt with the cult, his relationship with Meiyan quickly grew closer. What do you mean, Jin Fan is dead? (This blurb isn't doing the story justice, so read the novel.) 39Reads—Score—14d adds
17. 167 S SVT: Until We Meet Again SVT：再见面 Bubbly Old Granny泡泡老阿婆Female-Channel Fanfiction61k WordsCompleted (Seventeen RPF × a touch of fantasy × warm and healing) A story about an outsider and Seventeen. After a chance first meeting with the members in Macau, they gradually get to know each other and grow close. A warm, healing story. Here is the story blurb: "Noona, would you be our team's doctor?" "I don't want to be just friends..." "Self-imposed bonds aren't right for you." "Let's meet when spring comes." 70Reads—Score—14d adds
18. 168 绑 After Binding to the Fan Site Manager System, I Became an Entertainment Mogul 绑定站姐系统后，我成娱乐巨头了 Zhou Qi昼歧Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Super-rich fan-site creator + forum posts + System + wish fulfillment + 1v1 (exclusive fan) + no CP + career-focused fan + fan-oriented] After her illness returns and a heartless company fires her, Shen Jiyue can't afford the rent. She sits outside a 24-hour convenience store, ready to wait for death. She accidentally overhears a juicy scandal about a popular trainee from the newly launched idol survival show “Star Planet.” When she's discovered, Shen Jiyue is falsely accused of being a sasaeng 21.4kReads9.3Score2.2k14d adds
19. 169 半 Peninsula: My Girlfriend Is a Little Princess of the Royal Family 半岛：我的女友是王室小公主 Ling Hao玲浩Urban667k WordsCompleted [Minnie] + [Female Lead] + [One Female Lead] + [Korean Showbiz] Lin Hao is an international student on the Korean Peninsula who became a blogger with two million followers by making short videos. Just as he’s about to launch a brand-new food series, he meets the aloof and mysterious Minnie. To complete his filming plans, Lin Hao has to tempt Minnie again and again with authentic Chinese cuisine. Before long, a curious spark passes between them... Lin Hao decides to date Minnie in secret, then le 1.5kReads7.5Score10114d adds
20. 170 在 Becoming the Beloved Female Mentor on a Boy Band Survival Show 在男团选秀成为万人迷女导师 Little Fang Isn't Square小方不方呀Modern Romance408k WordsCompleted [Multiple Male Leads, One Female Lead + Men Fighting for Her + A Harem of Admirers] I couldn’t find anything to suit my tastes, so I’m writing it myself! All-in romance, everyone’s chaste. No one gets into bed otherwise. Jiang Wan is reborn on the day before the entire internet turns against her. This time, she’ll kick her agent to the curb, punch the vicious supporting actress, and reclaim the top spot in the entertainment industry! Packed with hilarious moments and wild ideas. I guarantee you’ 4.7kReads8.7Score68214d adds

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    [Sending hearts][Sending hearts]

21. 171 韩 Korean Showbiz: My Girlfriend Is the Leader of (G)I-DLE 韩娱：我的女娃队长女友 Kang Yan康严Male-Channel Fanfiction93k WordsOngoing A passion project written for love, featuring Tian Xiaojuan as the sole heroine. There will be storylines involving children and other girl groups. If you’re a sensitive student who doesn’t like that, please don’t be hurt. Everyone is welcome to support the story and point out any mistakes. If you have any good material, let me know and I’ll work it into the story. —Reads—Score—14d adds
22. 172 穿 Transmigrated into a Korean Manhwa, I Began My Conquest 穿越韩漫后，开始攻略之旅 Zihhao on the Attack进击的子豪Urban578k WordsOngoing [Korean Webtoon Style + Lots of Beauties + Feel-Good Power Fantasy + Plot + Over a Hundred Gorgeous Character Illustrations] Lin Xiangyu was lying in bed scrolling through Douyin when he unexpectedly got the chance to choose a world to transmigrate into. After careful consideration, Lin Xiangyu chose the world of movies and TV dramas. But after transmigrating, he saw the beauty before him and her legs straight out of a Korean webtoon, and was completely stunned. Where the heck have I ended up? I 946Reads6.9Score10214d adds
23. 173 热 Guaranteed to Trend: The Arrogant Top-Tier Star Gets Roasted Again 热搜预定，嚣张顶流又被怼了 Wen Shen问参Two Male Leads230k WordsCompleted [One-on-one romance + two male leads + reunion + entertainment industry] Arrogant top-tier star, husky-like seme × tough, taciturn uke Five years after they parted, Jing Mo and Su Mu reunite on a talent competition show. Only this time, one is the boy band’s presenter, while the other is an amateur trainee. When Mo’s fans learn that their sharp-tongued idol, who never knows when to hold back, is going to be the presenter for a boy band, they put up a banner in advance: Please don’t blame the fa 1.6kReads9.4Score24814d adds
24. 174 一 Come Debut with Us, Boys 一起出道吧少年 Sister Xiao Bing小冰姐Modern Romance360k WordsOngoing On his first day back in the country, his older brother called him over to help out. He never expected that the “help” his brother meant was for him to become a trainee in a talent competition his brother had invested in. He didn't want to go, but after a few things happened, he had no choice. He figured he could phone it in, get eliminated in a few days, and leave. But then he realized it was actually pretty meaningful, and ended up placing first in every evaluation. The other contestants thoug 46Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Let's debut together, young man! No romance, no female lead. The story revolves around a handsome 17-year-old male lead from a wealthy family in the entertainment industry, who debuts through a talent show and is the darling of many in China.

25. 175 纵 Ruling America: The Showbiz Tycoon 纵横美利坚，文娱霸主 Person from Wu and Yue吴越人士Urban1.1M WordsCompleted The beaches of America are filled with blonde bombshells. After transmigrating to the America of 1992 in a parallel universe, Zhou Qingshan finds an entertainment wasteland. There is no Lord of the Rings, no Terminator. He builds a business empire by rewriting works from his past life. 5.2kReads7.9Score36514d adds
26. 176 韩 The Pinnacle of the Korean Wave: The Reborn Maknae's Road to a Comeback 韩流之顶：重生忙内逆袭路 GrayAshess灰AshessModern Romance235k WordsOngoing At 25, office worker Du Shuhan entered the “Stardust Project” with a burning dream of singing and dancing, only to be rejected and left struggling to get by. But fate had other plans: an accident sent his soul back eight years, to the eve of the “Stardust Project” launch! It was as if his life had restarted, and he had another chance to step onto the stage of his dreams. 15Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Super good! The content is realistic and immersive. It's stream-of-consciousness, well-written, and the plot flows smoothly. Highly recommended!!!

27. 177 隔 The Neighbor Next Door Is in a Girl Group? The Shut-In Just Wants to Run 隔壁邻居是女团？社恐宅男只想逃 A Whole Pot of Stewed Potatoes整锅炖土豆Urban1.2M WordsOngoing [Male-Oriented + Multiple Heroines + Urban Daily Life + Lighthearted + No System, No Rebirth] Gu Fan, a socially anxious shut-in manga artist, gets mocked by his fans for drawing a pack of wet wipes wrong. He buys a huge pile of them overnight, then trips in the street. Wet wipes scatter everywhere, and six people surround him from behind. [A Terrible First Impression] He discovers by accident that a group of girls lives in one of his other properties, then sprays a mouthful of salty soda water 5.1kReads8.7Score39614d adds
28. 178 普 Can an Average Girl Become the Beloved Star of a Boy Group Audition? 普女也能逆袭男团选秀万人迷吗？ Qian Zi浅梓Modern Romance507k WordsCompleted [Female rapper + queen of concepts + leader of a co-ed group + all-rounder in film, TV, music, and variety shows] [One heroine with 22 high-quality, handsome men devoted to her. All are pure in body and heart. Complete. Includes forum posts, livestream comments, and simulated group chats.] [Level-headed, practical heroine with an exceptionally steady core. Funny and career-focused, in one word: satisfying!] Synopsis: Broke and penniless, with an older divorced man watching her hungrily, Jian 9.4kReads9.2Score1.6k14d adds

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    K-pop boy group and original boy group novel lovers, gather here! These novels perfectly capture the essence of talent show comebacks, idol-training stories, and explosive group spirit 👇 Whether it's an individual talent show breakthrough or a boy group's journey to success, we've got you covered! If you're looking for K-pop/original boy group novels, click here and experience the passion of the stage and the exhilaration of young people chasing their dreams ✨

29. 179 满 The Max-Level Idol Is Reborn and Starts Losing Weight to Become a Movie Emperor 满级偶像重生后从减肥开始做影帝 Clear Little Pi清澈的小皮Two Male Leads619k WordsCompleted [Female-audience story with two male leads. Straight men, stay away!!] [Feel-good power fantasy! The author loves this kind of thing, so if you find it awkward, quit while you're ahead~] In his first life, Lu Rong spent half his life studying and rose to become a powerful minister. In his second life, he honored the original owner's wishes and entered the entertainment industry as a trainee. His debut night passed without much fanfare, but then a short video went viral and made him an overnight 2.3kReads9.3Score21214d adds
30. 180 韩 Korean Showbiz: I'm the Boy Group's Maknae, and I'm Killing It 韩娱：男团忙内的我杀疯了 Shengshi Meiyan盛世美延Urban32k WordsOngoing When he was young, he came alone to a foreign land to pursue his dream. He never expected so many older girls who adored him to be waiting there. Kong Chanyong could only say he really didn’t know what to do. —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    ☆① After being struck by lightning and reborn, Song Shengshi went to South Korea to take the TOPIK exam and interview at a school, practiced piano and dance, joined P-Company, went to the supermarket to get a certificate, and got Xu Mo to buy P-Company products to film the debut battle. ② Kong Canrong's family owns four companies, so he joined SM Entertainment. He fought against the haters for Bae Joo-hyun, entered the debut group, met Kim Min-jung, went to the MV filming, and helped Zhao Meiyan out of a predicament. Finally, follow me so you won't get lost when you're looking for something to read.

31. 181 我 I’m the ACE of a Top-Tier Boy Band 我在顶流男团当ACE Mo Yiqi Qi墨一七七Two Male Leads119k WordsOngoing Shi Jian is a wildly popular idol in Lanxing. He debuted as a child actor at age eight, then took first place by a landslide on a nationally televised talent show at sixteen. He can sing and dance, is the top star in his group, and has over a hundred million fans. In just three years, he has become famous both at home and abroad, with popularity and sales among the highest in the country. His group is about to embark on a global tour, but no one can outsmart fate. The flight taking Shi Jian over 31Reads—Score—14d adds
32. 182 男 Boy Band Idol Contest: I Stew Starlight in an Iron Pot 男团选秀：我拿铁锅炖星光 Crispy Fish Luoluo Cake酥鱼珞珞饼Two Male Leads304k WordsCompleted What? Top-tier mentors joining the show? A cross-border platform collaboration? The entire competition livestreamed? The first boy-group survival show in seven years is back, and it's coming in hot! The highest-quality, best-looking contestants and a mentor lineup unlike any before or since. Popularity, buzz, and acclaim: they're taking it all! Starting from the bottom, they go from being hated across the internet to winning everyone over, bringing their friends, roommates, and teammates with 12Reads—Score—14d adds
33. 183 穿 The Transmigrated Young Master Learns the Hard Way 穿越之小少爷去吃苦了 An Ordinary Ling平凡的一只玲Modern Romance224k WordsCompleted I was a broke nobody with less than four digits in my bank account, but I transmigrated into the body of a young heir who had everything and was maxed out in every skill. In my previous life, I was obsessed with following H-entertainment. Now I’m going to take H-entertainment by storm myself. As an idol, why would I date anyone? I’m underage. I only love my fans. Our contract is up? We’ve always gotten along so well, so let’s just renew it. You can take care of the details. Your enlistment is co 56Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A K-pop boy band, featuring an original male lead.

34. 184 成 Reborn After Becoming a Movie Emperor, I Audition for a Talent Show 成为影帝后重生，我去选秀出道了 Not Sure Where to Go Yet暂不知所向Two Male Leads662k WordsCompleted [Protagonist’s POV, male lead + boy-band auditions + a touch of ensemble cast + lots of original worldbuilding + everyday life] Tong Siyan is reborn. He’s a trainee abandoned by his agency. His predecessor’s dream was to debut as an idol. Then let’s make it happen through an audition show! The only problem is, he can barely make ends meet. But that’s okay! Tong Siyan puts his acting skills as an award-winning actor to use, performing live to earn money. He solves his problems in a single night. 905Reads8.7Score12814d adds
35. 185 绿 The Green Card Jinx Competes on an H-Country Idol Survival Show 绿卡衰神圣体在H国选秀 Nan Chuzi南初子Modern Romance210k WordsOngoing [No romance. The protagonist, Shen Chenxi, is a beloved, universally adored chatterbox who plays up the bromance. He’s the youngest member of an audition group and has a System. This isn’t a romance novel; the romance comes from the System.] Shen Chenxi, who has just graduated from high school, has been having a run of bad luck. He makes plans to go out with his classmates, but it starts raining as soon as he steps outside. When he arrives at their meeting spot, he finds that they’ve stood him 108Reads—Score—14d adds
36. 186 全 All-Round Artist: Starting with a Girl Group Audition 全能艺术家：从女团选秀开始 Snow Reflected in the Dusk薄暮映雪Modern Romance792k WordsCompleted [Song covers, violin, feel-good wish fulfillment, no romance] Singer Lin Xia transmigrates into the body of a rebellious, violin-playing prodigy. With the vocal skills of a powerhouse singer, top-tier violin talent, and Earth's entire music library at her disposal, she hits a sky-high note from “Qinghai-Tibet Plateau” right from the start, stunning the crowd, then heads to a girl-group survival show to blow the competition out of the water. One song, “Chi Ling,” ushers in a new era of traditiona 8.5kReads8.7Score83914d adds
37. 187 我 I Rose to Fame as a Fortune Teller 我靠算命C位出道 Coffee and Cilantro咖啡与香菜Two Male Leads436k WordsCompleted [Light mystical elements + entertainment industry + ancient times to modern day + reborn + sweet, silly romance + boy band + doted-on darling] The boy who colored the whole summer shone like a seven-pointed star. We aren't just a summer fling. We are summer in all its blazing glory. It's not that mystical, but it is very much about the entertainment industry. 430Reads9.5Score10014d adds
38. 188 神 The Stunningly Handsome International Boy Band: Bro, Are You Being Funny Again? 神颜国际男团，哥你又搞笑上了？ Rui Qi瑞栖Modern Romance264k WordsCompleted [Korea + boy group + one-sided crushes + friendship among the members (but ship whoever you like) + versatile original male lead] Reporter: “Do you ever argue?” Chan: “Of course. When you spend so much time together, it’d be weird if you never argued.” “Your group has foreign members, though. Do they understand you? Do you argue in Korean, too?” “Oh, my foreign hyung-deuls. Every time we argue, I’m talking while thinking to myself, ‘Have they always been this good at Korean? They’re more flue 27Reads—Score—14d adds
39. 189 选 A Dating Show Turns into a Battle Royale, and the Heartthrob Debuts as Center 选秀爆改修罗场，万人迷C位出道 Zero Eight Thirty零八三十Modern Romance170k WordsOngoing [No romance + boy-band survival show + adored by everyone + rivals fighting over him + debuting in the center position] Wen Yun'an thinks he’s just a little green leaf, meant to set off the show’s favored contestants. He cautiously fights for screen time and a spot in the debut lineup. But a week into the show, things start getting strange: The company’s twin stars secretly fall for each other, A beauty from the arts department makes the first move and gets handsy, A younger all-rounder turns in 28Reads6.6Score—14d adds
40. 190 请 Reply: The Peak of Korean Showbiz 请回答：韩娱巅峰 Little White Rabbit, Tiger-Slaying Hero打虎英雄小白兔Urban1.5M WordsCompleted It was an era when K-pop stood at its peak. It was a memory of youth for so many people. Fifteen years later, let us set out once more. Let us put a full stop to the youth we have lost... Please show the author your support! 67Reads8.5Score—14d adds
41. 191 韩 Korean Showbiz: The Tycoon in Running Man! 韩娱：RM里的财阀！ Lazybones懒洋洋呦Urban166k WordsCompleted A fourteen-year RM fan, I’ve spent years imagining a story where the protagonist I created joins 7012. I also want to relive those memories and see those familiar yet still youthful faces again after more than ten years. I hope you can revisit that warmth, humor, and explosive team spirit in my world. Multiple female leads, and I like Chairman Lee. Multiple female leads: why hold back in a world of fantasies? A chaebol background is a powerful advantage. 4kReads—Score35814d adds
42. 192 塌 A Fallen Star Debuts as Center and Builds the Ultimate Boy Band 塌房明星C位出道，打造最强男团 Long Gu龙箍Urban384k WordsOngoing The protagonist transmigrates into the entertainment industry’s number-one bully. Because his previous self beat up a veteran actor who had harassed an actress, his peers curse him and netizens tear him apart. With the entire internet against him, how can he clear his name? System: Collect negative emotions from netizens to improve the Host’s personal abilities… What? The angrier people get and the more they hate on me, the stronger I become? I even get System rewards just for being flamed? Then —Reads—Score—14d adds
43. 193 我 I Become the Most Popular Contestant in a Boy Group Audition with the System 我靠系统在男团选秀成为万人迷 Jiang Xing绛醒Two Male Leads659k WordsOngoing [Female-Oriented, Male-Male Romance + Heartthrob + Everyone's Favorite, All-About the Bottom] Shen Qiao was a rich second-generation kid who once dreamed of joining a boy band. But a leg injury cut short his three years as a trainee, shattering his dream. Then he accidentally binds himself to an otome-game System. All he has to do is sign up for a boy-band survival show, and he can heal his leg and make his dream come true! A former swimming champion becomes his roommate: “My bed and I are both 169Reads8.7Score14314d adds
44. 194 穿 I Transmigrated into a Cannon-Fodder Male Lead and Bound a Harem System 穿成炮灰男配的我绑定万人迷系统 Deep Dream梦深Two Male Leads223k WordsOngoing [Two male leads + transmigrate into a book + System + boy band + ABO + multiple side couples] A few things for readers just getting into the story: 1. The main story is complete! Bonus chapters are being updated as fast as I can~ 2. The later plot gets chaotic, with less focus on the main couple. If you’re only here for Gu Lin, you can stop after the talent show. There are special bonus chapters for them after the main story ends~ Lin Shen trained for five years without anyone knowing his name. 10Reads8.8Score—14d adds
45. 195 大 A Popular Boy Band Member Tries to Win Over a Rookie Idol Contestant 大热男团成员欲撩选秀新人 Fried Rice Cakes with Jasmine Tea炒年糕配茉莉花茶Two Male Leads181k WordsCompleted Ten years ago, two boys chasing their dreams met for the first time in a practice room. “Dance is my dream. I won’t give up, and neither should you.” “You’re my only friend.” They reunited ten years later. “If you can give up on your dreams so easily, does that mean you gave up on me too?” “You said you missed me, so I came back.” Popular member of an active boy band × rookie on a boy-band audition show Pei Cheng x Jing Chen 19Reads6.4Score—14d adds
46. 196 娱 Showbiz: The Birth of a Top-Tier Star 娱乐：顶流的诞生 Rich and Noble Big White Ju富贵大白juUrban902k WordsCompleted For years, Li Lin floated around the entertainment industry as a barely noticed third-tier actor. His unremarkable face meant he was destined to play supporting roles. Countless times, he watched top-tier stars, who were even worse actors than him, become wildly famous, looking on with envy. Then he got another chance at life and saw the face in the mirror. Li Lin: “Now that’s what I’m talking about.” 1.3kReads5.5Score10114d adds

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    This one is good!

47. 197 白 Office Worker by Day, Interstellar Idol by Night 白天上班，晚上在星际当神颜爱豆 Money and Slaves金钱与奴隶Modern Romance312k WordsCompleted [Transmigration + dazzling showbiz + woman transmigrates into a man + livestreaming + no romance + meme humor] Female-oriented novel. The rating is low because it only just opened. Xie Qing'an was an ordinary office worker with an unremarkable appearance. One night, after working late and coming home to lie down, she opened her eyes and found herself in the interstellar era, transformed into the “male idol Xie Qing'an.” The System said, “If you successfully debut, you can stay in this body forev 856Reads9.3Score11114d adds

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    Two of them are not set in Korea, but they are in the same format.

48. 198 韩 K-Pop: Blackpink Shines Bright 韩娱BlackPink星光灿烂 Beiming Muye北冥沐也Two Female Leads347k WordsCompleted What would happen if BlackPink had one more member to protect them? Would they go further and do even better? JISOO: You're the safe harbor I can rely on. JENNIE: Let's reach the top together. ROSÉ: Thank you for being there as I pursued my dream. LISA: I want to go home with you. P.S. This may include Korean entertainment and K-pop figures. I'm not very familiar with them, so please forgive me. There won't be many boy group characters. The author is a fickle fan of Korean entertainment who like 444Reads7.0Score—14d adds
49. 199 颜 Looks Are Justice: The Entertainment Industry’s Top Idol 颜值即正义：娱乐圈的顶级爱豆 Cool and Deer凉与鹿Modern Romance152k WordsOngoing [No CP + Korean entertainment + Chinese entertainment + everyone’s favorite + beloved by the whole group + top student] Luo Xiayun, a brilliant student at one of China’s top 985 universities, on an integrated bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral program, was reborn in the body of Luo Xiayun, a South Korean “trust-fund kid.” Bound to the “Star Dream” System, she became South Korea’s most beautiful troublemaker, constantly tugging at the heartstrings of the nation and accidentally flirting with th 680Reads6.9Score—14d adds
50. 200 我 I'm No Banished Immortal 我不是谪仙 Gentleman Zi Mo子墨君Two Male Leads1.8M WordsCompleted An Unconventional Guide to the Banished Immortal. Jiang Qing stepped on a banana peel and hit his head so hard that he died on the spot, setting off on a quick transmigration journey. The first world was a practice run: he had to take the title of the heroine's foremost beauty for himself. The second world marked the start of his official missions. Jiang Qing was born into the Jiang family and was renowned as the capital's foremost beauty. But because he had been born prematurely, he was frail a 568Reads9.0Score11114d adds

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    The first one is highly recommended!!! It's super good! There are a lot of typos later on, but it doesn't affect the reading experience! There are many chapters, and every short story is wonderful! You can take your time reading it!! The rest are also quite good, you should all give them a try.

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