Debut or Die

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A student who was preparing the Civil Service examination for 4th year, suddenly he found himself in an unfamiliar body 3 years ago.

As well as a status window displaying a threat in front of his eyes!

[Outbreak!] [Status Abnormality: ‘Debut or Death’ Occurs!] A diary about the transformation of the main character, who was suddenly challenged to be an idol even though he has never been in the industry before due to sudden threat of death.

※Speciality: He used to take and sell idol’s data.

Associated Names
One entry per line
Debut or Die
I'll Die If I Fail to Debut
If I Fail to Debut, I’ll Get a Killer Disease
데못죽
데뷔 못 하면 죽는 병 걸림
Related Series
Debut or Die Magazine (Same Franchise)
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The Malicious Member is Back! (5)
When I Opened My Eyes I Was a Superstar (5)
Entertainment Life With A Camera (4)
Save a Failed Idol’s Life (3)
Superstar From Age 0 (3)
Recommendation Lists
  1. Funny bl novels
  2. fun cute stuff
  3. All time favorites
  4. Idol/Actor Novels ( )
  5. Silly goofy idol novels

Latest Release

Date Group Release
06/12/23 Readhive c200
06/12/23 Readhive c199
06/12/23 Readhive c198
06/12/23 Readhive c197
06/11/23 Readhive c196
06/10/23 Readhive c195
06/09/23 Readhive c194
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06/07/23 Readhive c192
06/06/23 Readhive c191
06/05/23 Readhive c190
06/03/23 Readhive c189
06/02/23 Readhive c188
06/01/23 Readhive c187
05/31/23 Readhive c186
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felixkawaii
felixkawaii
November 15, 2022
Status: c52
Translator!!! Thank you for your hard work!!

So far - super refreshing and cute idol story, but does not appear to be unexplainably OP unlike others in the genre!
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jadelml
jadelml rated it
September 23, 2022
Status: c57
Read it. What can I say more ? This book is so good. If you like Celebrity/Idol like novel then don't skip, this one is made for you. Even thought it will be a long time until we can have new chapter again, it is worth it. Thank you to the person who took again this novel in translation! I think it's inspired by the survival show "produce", and that's one of the reason I love novel. The MC is good as well as the other caracters. I wish they... more>> would be real, I would be a fan for sure.

Well, now you know it's good, you don't have an excuse to skip !! <<less
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Peyt5053
Peyt5053 rated it
September 15, 2022
Status: c145
I LOVE this novel... It's a masterpiece....

I started reading this as a manhwa when I got interested in idol mangas. And I just fell for it.

When I learned that it had a novel, I immediately went on the hunt for it. But it was not easy looking for it. Since there's only few chapters translated. But it was worth it...

... more>> The story was superb. Despite only reading the mtl, which definitely has some incoherent translation. The story really gets you hooked.

For those looking for the mtl'd chapters, it's on wattpad. I'll try to paste the link on here sometime. But just go ahead and search for it there.

Have a great time reading... <<less
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Loveboi
Loveboi rated it
September 2, 2022
Status: c427
I love this.

I found this after reading the manwha. And WOW Such an amazing storyline and characters that make you actually like them. It made me want for more. Couldn't help myself so I'm currently at the latest chapters because of MTL. Hard to read at times but I knew what was happening. Man it made me feel sad, angry, and happy.

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Spoiler

Ryu Gunwoo transmigrated into a man named Park Moondae and was forced to debut as an idol or die. I love the way he interacts with his teammates in Testar. Emotional scenes got me going. Especially when the car crash happened 。゚ (゚´Д`゚) ゚。

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I finished season 1 and I reallyyy hope that it was not the end cuz I'm dying for more. I don't know much about Kpop industry so it educated me a lot.

5/5 Stan Park Moondae ❤️❤️ <<less
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lemonsspi
lemonsspi rated it
June 3, 2022
Status: c43
Ahhhh I really love the way it's going!!

The author is really knowledgable about the industry, it's so easy to get immersed! Moondae is also the cutest

I'm really new to reading novels and I see a lot of people really ahead in reading.. Where can those be found?? ;;
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Lin Lat
Lin Lat rated it
March 21, 2022
Status: c43
I don't usually read idol kpop groups but so far this novel is good. For now, I don't see a plot hole and I hope it keeps going like that for the rest of the story. The MC's personality is a bit reminded me of Cale also the story is about the idols producing show.
Spoiler

MC thought that he was not popular on the show but as soon as people remembered him on the street, he bowed down and run away is funny XD. So he wore a mask and tried to avoid the crowd to meet his friend but when he saw them there are people taking photos of them and forget that they were also popular on the show LOL. It's funny that he is going to be an idol and have trouble being in the center of attention

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Just like the title say debut or die so he gives his all to survive. At first, he seems like he's doing something he doesn't like (i mean not want to be an idol but need to be....) I see that as time went by he came to enjoy being the idol (Trainee) and think this is interesting. Also, the other characters are cute and funny. In addition, thank to the quality of the Translation the story progresses smoothly and is fun to read.
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Giernold
Giernold rated it
December 13, 2021
Status: c28
Great so far! Kind of wholesome and slice-of life ish, with lots of sugar. Lots of characters so far, but I hope we can focus on a bit fewer in the futute. A good read!
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rucika
rucika rated it
December 6, 2021
Status: c59
Oh my god.... I feel like I'm watching Produce series all over again.

I can't wait for the translation, so I bought tickets for the chapters and MTL-ed it.

In conclusion, this novel is AMAZING.

MUNDAEEEEE I LOVE UUUUUU
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eyadaya
eyadaya rated it
March 3, 2024
Status: c464
This novel is literally so great. The characters are so well thought out and the plot keeps you interested throughout it all!
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Shaiole
Shaiole
November 29, 2023
Status: c300
I love how characters are written. Their relationships with each other are developed in good pacings. A group friendship, some are just closer to another. With their own problems, and personalities. There would be disagreements, support and other stuffs but what I'm saying is that the author written them and gave them life. Deeply and interestingly writen

Some parts gets boring but before I start quiting this novel in mtl even... author would give us interesting turn of events that keeps me still reading the next parts
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Ratbito
Ratbito rated it
October 23, 2023
Status: c200
(Not really a review) Whaaaaaaaa I swear there was a c201 I'm not delulu but yeah I think it's the best like I wantttt more like thiss!!!

im sad they stop translating it like whaaa I gotta wait for tapa to catch up and I gotta have money but I'm poorrrr ㅠ0ㅠ and Korean is hard more me to learn
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yureu
yureu rated it
May 28, 2023
Status: --
This novella really hooked me and it's the one that gave me a love for the k-pop industry.
The way the characters' feelings and emotions are described is really amazing. Every member of the musical group that is at the center of the story feels like a living person.
I have to say that the author is very talented. Manages to keep the tension and not drag it out in all the right places. The characters are memorable and grow throughout the story. The humor and cuteness in all the right places lifts the mood. So does the strategist protagonist, who makes you want to shout in admiration when you look at him.
This work gave me unforgettable emotions, I'm glad I started reading it.
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ryuskkk
ryuskkk
October 8, 2022
Status: --
Overall good, great even.

Spoiler

MC got into a showbiz for training trainee, met a bunch of guys who will become famous for either talent, or scandal (misunderstanding) got guys to be attached to MC.

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Spoiler

MC is indifferent and only wanted to debut because he does not want to die, will get some character developements as the MC get sentimental on stage, members. (Not sure if its the right word.)

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Keep the good work, looking forward to the manhwa.
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angelhalo224
angelhalo224 rated it
October 5, 2022
Status: c120
Maybe I have read too much romance or series that focus on drama but I feel that this series is lacking in the depicting the romantic thoughts or lives of the characters in this series. By chapter 220, I just felt that the storyline was getting a little bit too repetitive in focusing on the drama in the entertainment industry and not exploring more in-depth about character development in terms of a character's love life, personal growth, or unexplored characteristics.

Don't get me wrong, this series is a good read that... more>> explores a new mix of cliches into an entertaining storyline with a variety of different personalities. I love how the author explores the topic of the entertainment industry, reality TV shows, survival shows, Play or Die situations, and K-Pop while mixing in game elements and systems. It was a refreshing take on these different tropes. I liked the comedy that added humor that helped to break up the very serious topic of Play or Die situations.

Just don't go into this series expecting any romance in that "Drama" genre.

2 years after the initial post and re-read of the series.

I still dropped it after about 120 chapters because I got really frustrated with one character whom the author puts in effort to make you hate. It is a fun read but after the idol show arc is complete it feels like there is not a strong hook or pull as a reader to continue reading. Another reviewer said this and I absolutely see it in the storyline. I still recommend this book as a fun read for as long as you can stomach it. <<less
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Strahltierplatzen
Strahltierplatzen rated it
December 15, 2021
Status: c32
This is a fun read. The MC is smart and knows what to do in any given situation and the other characters are so funny and cute.

Although, there are a few people you can count on one hand who are not that great.

Anyways, it's a 9/10 for the way it's translated, and a 10/10 for everything else.
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k_ageyama
k_ageyama rated it
December 7, 2021
Status: c28
Very funny and intresting

5/5 hoping for more translations
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