Web novels focusing on the entertainment industry have become wildly popular in recent years. Ranging from stories about rising superstars to behind-the-scenes industry drama, these online works provide an addictive glimpse into the glamorous world of show business. For fans wanting to dive into the captivating world of showbiz web novels, there are many excellent options to choose from.
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Some of the most highly acclaimed and binge-worthy titles cover everything from acting and music to modeling and variety shows. Whether you’re looking for underdog stories, romantic plotlines, or harsh critiques of the industry, you’re sure to find plenty of entertaining reads in this category.
In this list, we’ll shine a spotlight on some of the most beloved showbiz web novels that have accumulated huge fanbases over the years.
I’m Really a Superstar
I’m Really a Superstar is a Chinese web novel written by Chang Yu. The story follows Zhang Ye, a college graduate with dreams of becoming a star, who wakes up one day in a parallel world where many brands, celebrities, and famous works from his world are gone.
Armed with his literary knowledge and a Game Ring that gives him magical items, stats, and skills, Zhang Ye embarks on a journey to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming famous. The novel is known for its humor and satire, as Zhang Ye takes the new world by storm, one plagiarized piece at a time, to hilarious reactions. The novel has been adapted into a TV series and a comic book.
Highly Highly Recommended. In terms of humor, this novel is second in my Comedy Novel List after Cultivation Chat Group.
SuperStar from Age 0
Superstar from Age 0 is a Korean web novel written by Book Bear. The story follows Lee Seo-jun, a baby who is born with the memories of his past lives. He uses his mystical abilities from his past lives to become an idol and a superstar, captivating and capturing the hearts of the people.
The novel is known for its unique take on reincarnation and heartwarming interactions. It has been adapted into a comic book and has received positive reviews from readers.
Superstars of Tomorrow
Superstars of Tomorrow is a Chinese science fiction novel written by the author Lazy Cliché. The story follows the well-known composer Fang Zhao, who, after experiencing the apocalypse, finds himself 500 years in the future in the body of a young and aspiring composer with the same name. Fang Zhao uses his knowledge and experience from the past to achieve success in the entertainment industry of the future. The novel covers themes such as time travel, reincarnation, and the entertainment industry, and is known for its action, comedy, fantasy, and sci-fi elements.
Unlike Superstar From Age 0, which focuses on a character with mystical abilities from past lives, Superstars of Tomorrow is centered on a character who has lived through an apocalyptic age and uses his knowledge and skills from that time to excel in the future. The novel has been completed with 507 chapters and is fully available in good English translation.
Lazy Cliché’s other novel Chronicles of Primordial Wars is highly recommended.
Full Marks Hidden Marriage
Full Marks Hidden Marriage: Pick Up a Son, Get a Free Husband is a Chinese web novel written by Jiong Jiong You Yao. The story follows Ning Xi, a woman who returns home after five years abroad to fulfill her dream of becoming an actress. Despite her sister’s attempts to sabotage her, Ning Xi saves an adorable child and ends up staying at his house to help him come out of his shell.
Slowly, the child’s father, Lu Tingxiao, begins to fall for her. The novel covers themes such as romance, comedy, and drama, and has received positive reviews from readers. It has been adapted into a comic book and a TV series.
It was one of my first novels with a female main character and despite the large number of chapters, this novel has a good novel with a little bit of cliches.
Top Management
Top Management is a South Korean web novel that has also been adapted into a web drama. The novel follows Jung Sunwoo, an average man who starts working at a celebrity management company as a manager. On his way to work, he falls into what appears to be a lucid dream about his future, and as he goes on with his day, he realizes it may not have simply been a dream.
The story revolves around his experiences and challenges in the entertainment industry. The web drama adaptation features a new manager at an entertainment agency who uses her ability to see the future to succeed in the industry. The series has been well-received by audiences and is known for its romantic, life, drama, and supernatural elements.
This web novel is highly recommended. While the author did justice to the story and the characters, he betrayed the readers by dropping this novel. The romance and the showbiz part are all blended well with the supernatural part.
The CEO’s Villainess Childhood Friend
The CEO’s Villainess Childhood Friend is a Chinese web novel about a female lead named Qiao Moyu who transmigrates into the body of a villainess character. The villainess was the childhood friend of the CEO male protagonist, but he rejected her when she came to him with a baby, saying the child wasn’t his.
After transmigrating, Qiao Moyu decides to take this opportunity to raise her son Luo Luo and restart her acting career. As she works hard to succeed as an actress, the CEO realizes he made a mistake rejecting her and tries to pursue Qiao Moyu again as his “white moonlight” (first love).
Qiao Moyu also attracts the attention of the popular Film Emperor actor, who competes with the CEO for her affection. In addition, she gained many online fans who support her.
In summary, The CEO’s Villainess Childhood Friend is a feel-good transmigration story featuring single mother and actress Qiao Moyu’s journey to stardom and love. With multiple love interests, a cute child, and a fun entertainment industry setting, it provides a charming and enjoyable read.
Compared to the Full Marks Hidden Marriage web novel, The CEO’s Villainess Childhood Friend is short and sweet with no sad elements.
Debut or Die
Debut or Die is a Korean web fiction series by DS.Back that tells the story of Park Moondae, a 4th-year student who suddenly finds himself in an unfamiliar body three years ago. He is given a mission to debut as an idol within a year or face his doom. The novel covers themes such as comedy, drama, and slice of life, and has been well-received by readers. It has been adapted into a web drama and a comic book(manhwa).
One complaint I have about this book is that the author doesn’t give us the time to breathe. It’s one arc after another. I don’t recommend binge-reading this novel. Also found the main character to be one-dimensional and the additional mystery felt unrequited. Overall, not my favorite read.
I Will Live As An Actor
I Will Live As An Actor is a heartwarming web novel about a young man who grows up poor as the son of a widowed fishmonger. The story is fueled by his passion for acting, and he neglects his studies to pursue his dream. There is also a manhwa adaptation of the novel.
Comparing I Will Live As An Actor with I Was Mistaken As A Monstrous Genius Actor, both novels are good, however, the first focuses on realism while the latter thrives on being unrealistic which creates a lot of misunderstandings hence the humor.
Rebirth of the Film Emperor’s Beloved Wife
The novel Rebirth of the Film Emperor’s Beloved Wife revolves around the story of Su Yanyi, the president of Resplendent Entertainment, who loses everything due to a scheme. After realizing the depth of love from a man she previously treated with coldness, she vows to make those who wronged her pay back a hundredfold in her next life.
In a twist of fate, Su Yanyi is granted a second chance at life three years prior, armed with a special system called The Virtuous Wife System. She finds herself back at the time when she was supposed to divorce Qin Jiran, the new-generation Film Emperor who has always loved her deeply. However, in her previous life and even in her present one, she has never reciprocated his feelings.
With the help of the Virtuous Wife System, Su Yanyi sets out to pamper her oblivious husband and convince him of her genuine affection. Despite her stoic demeanor and lack of experience in expressing love, she embarks on a journey to make Qin Jiran smile genuinely ten times, facing challenges along the way.
The novel explores themes of romance, rebirth, second chances, and personal growth as Su Yanyi navigates her relationships and strives to change her fate.
God of Music
God of Music is a Korean web novel that follows the story of Kang Yoon, a man with a unique ability to “see” and evaluate music, as well as possessing foresight and experience in the music industry. Kang Yoon’s goal is to produce superstars and improve the lives of those around him, including his sick sister
You’re My Glory
You Are My Glory is a web novel written by the author Gu Man. The story is a realistic fiction that focuses on romance, touching upon modern society’s prejudices, gender roles, and obsession with economic success.
The plot revolves around Qiao Jing Jing, a renowned actress, who faces a challenge to improve her gaming skills to the level her publicist has claimed she possesses. It turns out her high school crush is an expert. The novel explores the themes of love, personal growth, and the challenges faced by individuals in the entertainment industry.
If you are looking for a realistic read, You Are My Glory is the one to go for. Its Chinese drama adaptation is also good.
Perfect Superstar
Perfect Superstar is a web novel that follows the story of Lu Chen, who has a dream where he goes through three different lives as a singer, actor, and freelance writer. When he wakes up, he decides to become a perfect superstar and embarks on a journey to achieve his dream.
This novel has high ratings in Novelupdates.
Edit: Read 60 chapters, This novel is so one-dimensional. There’s 100% nothing interesting in this novel. I had high expectations seeing the rating, now I am very disappointed.
I Was Mistaken as a Monstrous Genius Actor
I Was Mistaken as a Monstrous Genius Actor is a web novel that follows the story of Kang Woojin, a former designer who becomes a jobless individual. Kang Woojin’s life takes an unexpected turn when his friend forces him to participate in auditions, and he is mistaken for a monstrously talented actor.
The plot revolves around Kang Woojin’s journey as he navigates the entertainment industry, dealing with the challenges and opportunities that come with being mistaken for a talented actor. The novel explores themes such as identity, self-discovery, and the pursuit of one’s dreams.
This is also a highly recommended web novel. The plot is highly unrealistic which makes this novel good.
Become a Star
Become a Star is a Korean web novel that falls under the fantasy and modern setting genres. The story revolves around Chae Woojin, an actor who wakes up one morning remembering all 999 of his past lives. It follows his journey towards achieving his dreams and shining brighter than the stars.
I won’t say the story is all boring. The start and middle are good but later you find there’s nothing new in the story. This novel does have an interesting premise and storyline but that’s it. The more you read, the more you find there’s not much development in the story in terms of characters and tense moments. There are occasional good moments in the story with his mother and sister.
His Genius Wife is a Superstar
His Genius Wife is a Superstar is an original web novel that combines elements of contemporary romance, reincarnation, and action. The story follows the main character, a world-famous hacker, and daughter of a powerful criminal family, who is reborn into the body of a teenage pop singer, Iris Long, after her previous life’s organization is annihilated.
In her new life, Iris seeks freedom and independence, while Jin Liwei, the most powerful man in the country’s business world, falls for her unexpected genius. The novel explores their journey as they face challenges and dangers, while Iris grapples with the shadows of her past life.
From Thug to Idol: Transmigrating to a Survival Show
From Thug to Idol: Transmigrating to a Survival Show is also an original web novel that combines elements of fantasy, action, and comedy. The story follows Jun Hao, a ruthless street thug who dies at the hands of the boss he served like a slave.
In a twist of fate, Jun Hao finds himself reborn into the body of Choi Joon-ho, a timid trainee in the cutthroat world of idols, competing in the popular idol survival show “Rising Stars.” Jun Hao, now Choi Joon-ho, must navigate the treacherous waters of the idol industry or risk losing the life of his beloved younger sister.
Unnecessary Conflicts, minimal personal growth in the main character, and flat side characters make it an alright novel.
trial marriage husband
Trial Marriage Husband: Need to Work Hard is a popular Chinese web novel that tells the story of a woman whose fiancé elopes with his lover on their wedding day. In a twist of events, she ends up marrying the president of a company, Mo Ting, out of frustration.
The novel follows their journey from a forced marriage to a genuine relationship, navigating the challenges of the entertainment industry and the trials of their personal lives.
Little Sea Otter Became Popular
“Little Sea Otter Became Popular” is a web novel about a female protagonist who was originally a little sea otter that can transform into a humanoid form, allowing her to live among humans. One day, she finds herself transformed into a human girl named Qiao Dai, who becomes famous for her ability to sleep and nap anywhere.
It’s a cute laid-back story. If you are bored, go for this novel.
Alexander Creed: Re-Life
The plot of “Alexander Creed: Re-Life” revolves around the protagonist, Alexander Creed, who, after a significant encounter involving chaos, is given the chance to relive his life. He decides to move out of his reclusive comfort zone and test how far his methods would change the world. As a result, he becomes a “Chaos Butterfly” whose influence spans various aspects of life, including comic books, toys, animation, TV shows, video games, movies, music, and more.
The story explores his re-life, which is inspired by a Hollywood Creed, and delves into his interactions and impact on the world. The narrative is described as a semi-Hollywood story with elements of fantasy and exploration of existence
Horror Actress Reincarnated as a Genius Child Actor
Warning: The novel is described as having elements of shoujo-ai and cute stuff overall
Horror Actress Reincarnated as a Genius Child Actor ~This time I will aim for Hollywood!~ is a light novel about a famous horror actress named Kirio Tsugumi who dies in a traffic accident. She wakes up in a new body, a beautiful fairy-like girl with silver hair and blue eyes, and realizes that she has been reborn into the world 20 years later. She decides to use her acting skills to become a child actor and establish her position and reputation in Hollywood.
The story follows her journey as she interacts with her former seniors and juniors, and the rivals she has gained in this life, and aims to knock the people of Hollywood into a vortex of fear in her reincarnated life.