After Spectating Gossip, the Entertainment Industry Thinks I’m a Big Shot

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Gu Xingshi inherits an entertainment company on the verge of bankruptcy and finds himself bound to a “gossip system.”

System: [XX is so pitiful; his awful boyfriend treats him terribly, yet he’s hopelessly devoted, and despite having a fever, he still gets tossed around in 360-degree positions!]

Gu Xingshi: Whoa! Such amazing flexibility—what a waste not to put him in dance!

System: [?]

Soon after, XX debuted at a high rank in a talent show. On camera, he tearfully expresses, “I owe everything to President Gu—he gave me a second chance at life!”

System: [XX’s sister was driven to su*cide by a corrupt company, and now he’s gone undercover in multiple disguises to collect evidence of their crimes for the police!]

Gu Xingshi: Incredible! A natural actor—sign him up!

System:[ ??]

Later, XX’s starring role exploded at the box office, winning three prestigious awards. At the ceremony, he hands the trophy to Gu Xingshi: “Without President Gu, I wouldn’t be here today.”

System: [Do you know XX? She’s the real heiress who was mistakenly switched at birth. The fake heiress discovered her existence and has been suppressing her ever since, even trying to sabotage her voice with drugs.]

Gu Xingshi: She must be a great singer! Just what our company needs!

System: [???]

A year later, the real heiress’s album is a major hit, and she returns to her wealthy family. Her first act? Investing in Gu Xingshi’s company: “Only I know how great President Gu truly is!”

Later, the now-revered “Godfather of Entertainment” Gu Xingshi sits down for an interview. Reporter: How did you discover so many incredible talents?

Gu Xingshi: Hmm… well, you see, when you look at a melon (gossip), and it’s all big and round…

To protect his artists, Gu Xingshi fabricates a mysterious “backer” for himself, unwittingly linking his name to the infamous Wen family head, Wen Yue.

Known for his ruthless tactics in the business world, Wen Yue’s reputation allows Gu Xingshi and his team to thrive in the entertainment industry.

As rumors spiral out of control, the story reaches Wen Yue himself. He decides to meet this audacious agent who dares to misuse his name.

But at first sight of Gu Xingshi, Wen Yue rethinks his plan: Maybe… this rumor should come true.

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New GuildHappyBabysitter rated it
February 10, 2025
Status: --
Highly recommended! After translated chapters finished, I continued to binge reading it by MTL.

I am still going to reread it after the book is translated more.

The book is really fun. Misunderstandings about main characters are hilarious.
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Fisukisuki
New Fisukisuki rated it
February 10, 2025
Status: c59
So much Melon and Faceslapping. Absolutely Satisfying beyond belief! Absolutely Refreshing plot between our CP too!

This is one of rare case that ML didn't have much appearance, not as many as certain people who misunderstood the relationship between MC and ML. BUT he mentioned so many times in story details and people's text, so his existence in this novel is absolutely SOLID.

It's one of rare kind where both MC and ML absolutely NOT close, not even 'Friend', but they mutually benefited from the misunderstanding. MC is basically ML's luck, while... more>> ML is MC's backer.

And thank goodness I'm already in chapter where both MC and ML aware of this Rumor... And yet it's still not 'revealed' to public and people still misunderstood. 🤭 ML already attracted to MC though. So I wonder how the story goes.

Anyway, put aside the CP because while it's part of Main Plot, it's only the Layer. Another main story is how Absolutely Satisfying and Truly Heartwarming when MC 'adopt' all those 'Pitiful' people to be his Artists. It's not just a simple Comedic, the Artist's determination to make MC proud with their succeed because MC had saved and protect them, it was so Exhilarating and Satisfying.

Bonus how other people saved by him also become his Connection that also become ML's Connection.

Anyway this novel is truly Precious and I Love it SOOOOOO FREAKING MUCH!!! Pray the rest of the story is Satisfying till the end! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 <<less
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Blithe
Blithe rated it
November 22, 2024
Status: Completed
8.8/10

A satisfying quick read.

I think the real main character isn't the MC with his gossip system or the CEO ML. The real main character is Sun Hongfei, a man who misunderstood the relationship between his boss and a small time manager and single handedly manifested his CP into a real relationship, all the while getting to enjoy the fruits of his labour from the sidelines. 🤣🤣🤣.

... more>> This novel was funny and all the side characters had their own interesting backstories.

The only problem (?) with this novel is the fact that the ML....... how can I say this......

...... Is a Chuunibyou...😭.

'He tried to contain the beast inside him', like bro chill the f out 😂.

Anyway I had a good laugh reading this and I recommend it to anyone in need of something chill. <<less
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Peppyfox
Peppyfox rated it
November 8, 2024
Status: c3
This story is light-hearted and sweet, making it an easy and fun read. I read it via MTL. It is easy-to-understand MTL but there could be mistakes.

MC is overpowered. He is clever character and basically his life was smooth sailing after he took over the company. With the help of the system, he quickly identifies amazing talent, often giving them second chances in their careers. His artists view him almost like a hero, especially since each one has a unique story and personality.

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I wanna know more about cheng xin tho

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One of the funniest parts of the story is the misunderstanding that links MC and ML. Because of one persons’s gossip, people start believing that ML is MC's under ground love interest. This rumor spreads quickly, even though MC and ML barely know each other.

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The twist is that everyone begins to think MC’s success is all thanks to MLs influence, not MC’s own talent. MC never relies on ML u less like investment. But he is fully capable of looking after himself and his artist. Even the villains fall for this rumor, often trying to take down MC or ML only to fail because they underestimate MC’s real skill.

And the rumours change as the said person starts to actually see how the MC and ML interact. From them breaking up to ML chasing MC. It's cleverly written for sure.

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Overall, it’s a story about how a funny rumor can end up shaping someone’s career and romance in unexpected ways and a MC and system who eats melons. <<less
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bunnybun
bunnybun rated it
January 15, 2025
Status: Completed
This novel was really well written. I love the relationship the MC had with all his artists and system. The way the character's where written made me fall in love with them.

The MC and ML were very cute together and even though they didn't interact a lot in the beginning I still love how they got together.
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JayeWhy
JayeWhy rated it
December 28, 2024
Status: c41
Love this story. Entertaining and well-written I loved that the characters feel fleshed out and interesting. The collection of growing misunderstandings and the MC's own endearing cluelessness is hilarious to me, and I look forward to seeing more of GXS's growing 'harem' hahaha
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Kahya
Kahya rated it
December 25, 2024
Status: c38
Delicious story :))

No, really, I binged read the translated chapters and I've been laughing and cheering the entire time.

You'd think the whole face-slapping business would get tiring, or the favorable-to-the-MC (and his artists) way the conflicts get resolved would become predictable... but the Author puts the focus on the actual problems that get uncovered and brought to justice, and the 'baddies' are, unfortunately, very relatable to our day to day lives.

... more>> This creates emotional satisfaction when the injustices get solved, while rooting for both the main and side characters.

Honestly, I recommend to try and read at least the first 15 chapters in order to get an idea whether this is for you.

While for me, I'll be happily waiting for the next chapters~

P.S.: Thank you to the translation team for the amazing work!! <<less
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HellaCe
HellaCe rated it
November 28, 2024
Status: Completed
It's a funny read, but a little lacking.

The highlights are the MC's choices of artists. He's a good person and saved desperate people from sad situations and gave them happiness. He eats melons and sees the world differently, finding people's strong point. Plus he never acts greedy or manipulative, he's genuinely nice.

I usually dislike misunderstandings, but this story is light and doesn't take itself seriously, so the backer part was fine and even funny.

What is lacking is the part about the MC and ML. Not only their relationship, but their... more>> personnality. We don't know anything about MC's past, feelings, thoughts,... until chapter 89. It was weird reading a book from a character's perspective without knowing what he thinks, just seeing him act. The ML's characters's is more detailed if hyper classic (the rich, powerful, young business genius who never felt anything until he met MC).

Their relationship plot starts at chapter 89, so don't read this expecting a romance story.

Finally, what I disliked where certain plot holes, not all of them. I was satisfied with the time plot holes (an artist films a movie, it's released immediatly), but the big ones where hard to ignore (MC starts his business so he can own an old but well situated building, but mid-story he moves and voilà... for example)

Honnestly, it's more of a 3 stars story, but it was light hearted, funny and the MC was a genuinely good person, ready to help people, so I gave it 1 more star. <<less
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samchon25
samchon25 rated it
November 25, 2024
Status: Completed
I really recommend this novel! Although you can't find the romance until a hundred chapters but it's still bring you a delight!! The comedy in this story really make me laugh.

This novel bring me joy, hurhur..
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WallEyeKnee
WallEyeKnee rated it
November 24, 2024
Status: Completed
It was a fun read, did get abit repetitive towards the end, nothing major plots involved. Career building while face slapping every cannon fodder villains.

ML is abit boring for my take, too cold. Know he's not on the inside but he was was the majority of the novel.

Love MC and his positive seemingly naïve energy, he's really harmless, but there's always misunderstandings and misconceptions of what's actually happening. True to be told MC is really smart and is jack of all trade, so he can come up with really amazingly... more>> creative ideas + Gossip system can load his enemies whole background he's unstoppable.

The people he recruits are also loveable, they get their justice with MC's help and also become a loyal fan of MC.

The romance is really late, so there wasn't that much going on, MC focus on saving these unfortunate lambs and turn their life around.

Selling point Comedic gossiping + Face slapping, it was a nice short read. <<less
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VickNoxt
VickNoxt rated it
November 24, 2024
Status: Completed
This is a feel good, idealistic story. The bad guys get their comeuppance, the good guys get rewarded. MC's background is vague and only explained near the end of the story. MC gains a gossip system but it's never explained why or how. He's not a transmigrator, just an ordinary guy who unexpectedly inherited a defunct talent company from a distant relative. The gossip system doesn't require MC to do any task. It simply likes to share gossip and scandals with MC. Then MC uses all information from the system... more>> to expose bad people and save good people. Don't bother wondering why nobody investigates MC (and his sock account) 's background or identity. They're all scared of him thinking he has deep connections. A lot of it is due to coincidences and misunderstandings. If you're after romance, you'll find it severely lacking. There's very little interaction between MC and ML even after they've confirmed their relationship. ML is more invested in their relationship than MC. It seems to me like MC just feels he should reciprocate ML's feelings after getting so many benefits from being linked to him. Aside from that though, I still find the story very entertaining. <<less
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Adelina92
Adelina92 rated it
November 11, 2024
Status: Completed
I really like this novel. Unlike other novel where MC has a skill to get gossips, this novel stands out in terms of the level of tea, face slapping, and resolution. I also love witnessing how the characters grow and the company prosper from the bottom. The misunderstandings makes everything convenient. 😂😂 MC and ML are also superb, they're both OP in their own way and complements each other. 😍
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Wynnfield
Wynnfield rated it
January 31, 2025
Status: Completed
This is probably the first "Melon-Eating" entertainment troupe I've thoroughly enjoyed. The pacing is right, length is good and the MC is a sweetie. It's not the best entertainment danmei I've read, but it's the first melon-eating novel I didn't skim over.

Most melon-eating troupe or even entertainment novels falls into the trap of being too repetitive, so I appreciate how each drama in this novel is different and not too excessive.

MC takes over his uncle's company, got a system, and starts scouting for talents. Most entertainment novels are connected to... more>> the rebirth or transmigeration troupe but this isn't. His only golden finger is the gossips his system gives him. Of course, the main reason why MC becomes so successful is due to his good character. It's really refreshing to read an entertainment novel that doesn't have the MC in the forefront of the net's hot rankings. He takes care of his talents really well and their relationships are extremely wholesome. I love how his talents always joke that he adopts unlucky kids and make them successful. Mr Gu saved their lives and gave them opportunities. Their respect for him is over the roof.

The biggest 'scandal' MC has is probably the CP of him and the ML which is hilarious. Everyone around ML were supportive shippers while the talents from MC's company were basically antis trying to protect him like a Mama bird. My only complaint was that there were too many side characters and it was hard to remember who each one was after a while. That aside, it was wholesome and sweet.

4.6/5 <<less
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Common_people
Common_people rated it
December 2, 2024
Status: Completed
I recomendeed this one for you who search a funny, face slapping, heart warming and sweet light showbiz novel. The MC is too lucky, with such a big misunderstanding, pairing with such a big boss, but no burn back except the rumour to become true. Well he is smart, such a possitive ball, lucky charm, good gossip ally system, and innocent face, who cant ressist that? Btw I really like the cute gossip system, but in the near end, his present slowly become small. And sun hongfei, he is so... more>> funny that I think of my self as a brainless bl cp fan whose very quick to connect in wrong way. I like him and also feel bad for the main couple who helpless about their relationship. Its great that they fall in love. <<less
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Kyaaaaaaaaa
Kyaaaaaaaaa rated it
November 14, 2024
Status: Completed
Rating: 4.5

It’s a good, refreshing novel. Is the MC OP, with his path being quite smooth sailing and lucky? Yes.

Is the ML also the stereotypical cold but doting ML who gradually falls in love with the MC due to his skills and passions? Yes.

But we’re all suckers for this type of novel, and to have it well-executed is the cherry on top. The author makes a hilarious hilarious novel with scenes that have you rolling out of bed in tears. It’s absolutely binge-worthy even if the novel has merry-go-lucky plot,... more>> because the plot itself is focused on making you feel good and witnessing very unlucky people bear the fruits of their efforts, and finally seeing our clever, hardworking, but shameless MC find love.

Definitely worth it for a quick, binge read! <<less
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IrisBay
IrisBay rated it
February 7, 2025
Status: c96
If your looking for a romance, this novel won't give you any fluffy ❣️.

This novel is more on beautiful misunderstanding and full of self imagination 😂😂. It funny and kinda hilarious 😂 😂.

The good thing is that the MC is like a fairy godfather that gave 2nd chances to those he encounter and deserve people.
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Keshij
Keshij rated it
December 16, 2024
Status: c96
This is truly my cup of tea. Loved it. It was simple but nice. MC was great, so was ML and the best Cupid award goes to manager Sun. It had great humour and nice flow. A very light hearted read good to read when you need some happy relaxing time
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SpicaGG
SpicaGG
December 1, 2024
Status: Completed
It’s a cute story, more of a face slapping than romance. It had it’s funny moments altho dont expect something new, still an ok read to pass time
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Lucia Elys
Lucia Elys
November 23, 2024
Status: Completed
It's a decent read, but as the story gets closer to the end, the side character arcs definitely feel like they got smaller and smaller like the author was rushing to get everything in before closing the novel. I didn't really care much for the male lead, because he was never focused on until around the halfway point but even then I never felt like I connected with the character as much as with Gu Xingshi. If you plan to read this in a few days like I did, be... more>> warned that the villains start to get annoying and stale, especially when more and more of them get crammed into the last third of the novel. None of the villains really stand out, but the side characters who MC befriends or brings to his company are memorable enough. The ending felt abrupt to me, not only because the MC and ML relationship was hardly given time to grow but also because I wished we could have had a more detailed update on how the characters who MC helped but didn't bring to his company were doing

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Instead all we get are netizens briefly describing some of the characters' lives after all the chaos which didn't feel enough

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User.948761
User.948761 rated it
November 21, 2024
Status: Completed
Honestly, it was quite good. Very humorous with the misunderstandings and assumptions galore. The melons were crazy but also funny. MC’s unflappable yet positive and energetic character is great. There wasn’t any drama on MC’s end. And the romance was only really towards the end so don’t expect too much there.

As for cons, there were some plot holes but easily ignorable. The structure of the plot was easy to follow because everything with each character pretty much happened consecutively. So eve thing with one character would start and be resolved... more>> before we go on to the next. Which sometimes made it feel a bit boring but definitely no confusion. Author even made things easier by having MC have a forgetful memory so the system would explain characters.

We never learn where the system came from nor its purpose. It seems it’s just there to share melons. And it’s MC’s greatest golden finger.

Overall, the novel is great for a lighthearted read full of laughs. <<less
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Chrnsxy
Chrnsxy rated it
November 12, 2024
Status: Completed
The story is very good but it takes too long to get to the romance part. The MC is very smart he doesn't use the knowledge of the system to make money but only to uphold justice, this is very good
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anjellyfeesh
anjellyfeesh rated it
February 1, 2025
Status: c57
It's pretty funny and interesting but my two complaints are:

First, the face-slapping happens in one to two chapters. It's often summarized as well (sometimes in just a few paragraphs) and because of it, the drama and redemption of the character's reputation feels lacking. Aside for his first two artists, every other artists after them had their reputations quickly fixed.

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I would've liked it more if the rumors and scandals weren't always summarized or easily fixed just because of someone (the MC) posting a whole backstory that normal people wouldn't be able to know unless they have time travelling or mindreading powers.

For example, his latest artist had a reputation that hit rock bottom because of his company and haters. And after a few chapters of introduction and showing how sad he was, his scandals were all fixed in one to two chapters. I barely felt the satisfaction of seeing him be happy because it all happened too fast.

As for the way MC uses his knowledge for others, it feels too weird to be ignored or excused. The best example is when he first posted online to help his artists. He posted a long story about an actress who lost her daughter from before and had almost given up looking for her. Like how would a normal person be able to know that story after how many years? How would they be able to know every detail? And the actress didn't find it weird either that this random person knows about it. The only ones who questioned his post were the actress' fans. It doesn't make any sense!

Or when he helped this woman from dying because she was being poisoned by her husband. Like how would anyone else know that she's being poisoned? The only good thing I liked about this is she actually doubted it first when she found out about what he posted.

You could argue that it's because everyone thinks the poster has deep connections with the police but has no one ever questioned why that person would post their findings online? Shouldn't the police handle it first before the topic is released online?

It kinda feels so convulted and questionable. The author could've utilized his and the system's melon-eating a bit better.

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And second, the MC and ML barely had any interaction. They also don't have any chemistry which makes it feel forced. This is why I can't handle romance in entertainment genres (or any genre) recently. The romance only feels off when the author could've focused on something else instead.

I prefer seeing his interactions with his artists more. They're all so adorable with how much they fanboy over the MC who showed them kindness. And honestly, he has more chemistry with the people he helped than with the ML. Even the guy who misunderstood his and the ML's relationship thought that his artists and the other people he helped are a threat to the ML's romantic relationship.

The novel is okay. I really like it and the MC but it could've been better in some parts. <<less
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