MC is from a failed idol group from an incompetent company, and has long become tired and disillusioned. His bad attitude makes him disliked by... more>> basically everyone. He gets Truck-kunned 7 years to the past to the day of his debut, forced by a system to be better at idol-ing or start over again and again. MC has a refreshing personality for a protagonist of this kind of story, being more blunt, rude, and generally not taking into account other peoples' feelings - he was also already pretty rough even before he debuted the first time, so he isn't this way just because of his previous experiences and is being set up for major character growth. Standard kind of plot with an especially entertaining execution and an MC I like reading about. <<less

MC is an all-powerful wizard in a fantasy world who deserves the amount of confidence and arrogance he has. And then he transmigrates into a... more>> timid idol to-be, and now he needs to lead his group to success. Interesting twist on the standard transmigration idol formula and the "prickly/tsundere" protagonist types, with a good execution. <<less

Overworked salaryman gets regressed and forced into becoming an idol by a system. MC immediately becomes a producing-type idol of the "Business Professional" variety(?), creating... more>> Power Points, organizing complex data into graphs, designating a groupmate to write up meeting minutes to summarize their discussions, formatting project proposals and writing formal reports to be given to management, being *very* good at drinking, and generally just being noticeably *weird* for an idol. Group dynamics and interpersonal relationships matter, there's character growth, and the stage performances actually seem cool. A great idol series, with a likable MC who really needs some time off (though he wouldn't appreciate it, he's a workaholic in denial). <<less

MC is a choreographer with regrets that regresses and gets a second chance to make his life better and more successful. First choreographer specific entertainment... more>> novel I've seen, and it's a different POV compared to idol or management-focused novels. <<less

MC is forced into a time loop where if he doesn't become a perfect idol he gets "reset" and has to do it all over... more>> again. First chapter is in media res, showing a brief scene after many resets, then going back to the first time the system appeared. The situation described in the summary isn't all summarized in the first chapter. Needs more translation to judge quality but is intriguing. <<less

Currently Reading. An idol series with Hunter/Gate flair. Takes place after the gates and monsters have been stopped, but Constellations are still there. In order... more>> to debut in the entertainment industry, having a Constellation is required. MC ends up with Lucifer as his constellation, and because of its reputation has to hide it. A very different kind of idol series. <<less

MC is caught in a time loop with the mission to sell 200 million (!) albums or be sent back in time. He's been a... more>> rapper, a bassist, a lead singer in a band, and so on, and topped the Billboard 100 in various past regressions, but isn't able to get 200 million physical album sales. Depressed after his latest failure, he decides to go the K-Pop route and use this next life as a throwaway to make a plan for success later. MC's OP but also knows little about the entertainment industry in Korea so he has a lot of learning to do. Has a lot of realistic details and considerations when it comes to time loops and regression, and it has a lot of music theory, so it's very different tonally compared to most idol novels. <<less

Currently reading! The quintessential idol series, a must read.

Currently Reading. A more cynical take on the entertainment industry, especially as it pertains to idols. Less emphasis on the exact details of the songs,... more>> choreography, and activities and more emphasis on the people and relationships. Especially on the complex relationship between celebrities and their fans. <<less

MC is a former idol who has regrets, finds himself regressing 10 years ago when he first debuted, gets a mysterious game system that gives... more>> him missions, and uses his knowledge and experience to change his future and be successful. Standard idol novel formula, but it has good writing and a few unique aspects. For instance, their group doesn't have the brotherhood and closeness that's quickly found in a lot of idol novels, and the story starts with their leader being kinda shitty and two-faced to everyone. While there are promises of character growth and friendship, for a while MC really only gets along with one other member in the group. A good idol novel for fans of the genre who want something fresh. <<less

Currently Reading. After a weird meteor crashes to earth, memories from a different universe (or maybe a previous life? Or quick transmigration life?? It's not... more>> clear) are transplanted into the MC head, affecting his psyche but sparking an obsession with acting. A typical acting novel with an interesting sci-fi sub-plot of "what is that meteor and why did this happen to the MC?" <<less

Currently Reading. Similar vibes to Debut or Die, in that the MC is suffering while living as both an idol and their producer behind the scenes, and also they have some kind of knowledge of the future and a system that gives them a boost. MC's issues here are distinct though - he has significant trauma from intense bullying after being treated wrong by the idol survival show he was on. Cyberbullying online, bullying from fellow participants, and harassment towards him and his family irl led to severe mental health issues.... more>>

The meat of the plot is the MC trying to get back into the idol groove for the sake of his former teammates' future careers. MC has to power through his mental illness (for better or worse), find a new niche for himself, improve himself as an idol, become a producer that can both make subtle moves to improve his tarnished image and control the image and direction of his new idol group, and pour all his energy into working to ignore his impending mental breakdown. All the while his dedication and caring nature, the genuine friendships has, and his talent and hard work, lead to the character development of both himself and his group mates. <<less

MC was an idol trainee before being cut/leaving because of his lack of dancing ability. 2 years later he inexplicably gains copycat powers, which means... more>> he can watch dance videos to dance perfectly now. He gets a chance to debut at a smaller company and live his idol dreams. MC is a nice, sweet guy, but he's not naive. He trained for six years, beat a bunch of trainees and almost debuted at a large company, and knows how to deal with people who have shitty personalities. Rather than a newbie or a young cutie, he's the oldest of his new group and its mature, experienced leader. Only his newfound dancing skills come from having super powers; the rest of his abilities and success are all his own hard work. This novel isn't anything unique but it has a solid MC and a good story. <<less

Currently Reading. Has similar vibes to the Debut or Die except it's more light in tone and more focused on seeing the idols from the... more>> audience's point of view. The concentration on the fan reactions, focus on the activities and interactions that irl K-Pop fans would enjoy, and emphasis on how much they are doing what they do for the fans makes this feel like a series written for the K-Pop fans rather than for fans of entertainment novels. If you wish, you too can live the life of a K-Pop stan vicariously by reading this novel. <<less

Currently Reading. MC is a singer (not an idol this time) who dies with regrets, gets the chance to go back to his youth to... more>> live differently and fulfill his dreams. It also takes place firmly in the 90's. As a singer but not idol, and having a retro setting, it's different than a lot of other music entertainment novels. MC has no ambitions for money or power, nor does he need revenge - he just needs to sing. <<less

MC is given a task by a system to become the best in some field, and if he fails he regresses and transmigrates into someone... more>> else's body to do the task again. He was given goals to become the world's best athlete in various sports, except this time he needs to be an actor. New body, new profession, but knowledge and skills to become an action star. Not a lot of chapters yet but good so far. <<less

MC dies and is transmigrated into the body of an idol of a failing group, is given a system and tasks to do at the... more>> risk of death, MC has to turn things around and become an OP idol and rise to success. Typical idol novel formula with a twist - the source of the system is Constellations. The Constellations provide a both a different flavor of what would otherwise be typical of the genre while also offering a comprehensive explanation for things that are usually given little explanation or are left entirely unexplained. I need to read more but seems like a good enough idol series so far. <<less

Currently Reading. Weird translation of the title hides the fact the the MC has transmigrated into a "chaebol" family as a third-generation member and possible... more>> heir to a giant family-owned conglomerate. He promptly bounces and sets off on a journey to become an actor once again, starting by following his previous road to acting but using the experience of his past life to attract attention and get to stardom. <<less

Currently reading. Available for free on Wuxiaworld! The beginning chapters aren't great, but I look at first 1-5 chapters of novels like these as just... more>> trying to get exposition out of the way so the story can actually begin. After the first few chapters the general writing quality gets better. Being from the pov of management, this novel has a different flavor compared to most entertainment novels. While it's not perfect it's an enjoyable read. It's a perfectly fine novel that could fill your "I don't know what to read next" void, so if you like entertainment novels or management novels or otherwise think this seems interesting you should give it a chance. <<less

Currently Reading. MC and his group have a much more difficult time trying to find success compared to other idol novels. They started out at... more>> a disadvantage because of their company and kept getting screwed over, leaving everyone in the group in a bad state mentally. It's only because the MC transmigrated in and takes matters into his own hands that things start changing. Very much an underdog story. I'm not a fan of the art style used in the manhwa adaption but its otherwise fine. <<less

Currently Reading. You know this premise. MC is a former idol with regrets, regresses and uses his knowledge and experience from the future to walk... more>> the road to success. This novel has the standard idol formula but it's done well. Regression starts out before the company's debut group is formed, so while he's confident that he'll get in, MC still has to try out again. The MC is also already familiar with his potential groupmates since they were trainees together. There's also more of a comedic undertone compared to other idol novels. This gives the story a slightly different feel. Need another idol novel to satiate your eternal idol novel craving? This one's a good choice. Has super cursed English tho <<less

Currently Reading. A standard idol series, but a solid one. The MC is a serious producer type, but he's not stoic and shows emotion. Avoiding... more>> the tendency of looking at everything as just being a game is an important aspect of the system. Side characters are all showcased well and it's not immediately clear who exactly is going to be in the final group with the MC. A good idol series that you shouldn't pass up. <<less

Currently Reading. This story is half-entertainment, half-healing. MC has trauma from his time as a child actor, and then the trauma piles up as he... more>> goes through life and various things happen. He starts acting again as a way to work through his past and find himself. As he acts and rises in the entertainment industry, more details about his past are revealed to the readers, especially his past as a soldier in the US armed forces. MC seems OP at first and his past might seem overdramatic to some readers. But he isn't without flaws and struggles with his mental health throughout the story, the circumstances of his past are realistic, and he goes through actual character development. The MC's relationship with both his Korean and American families is heartwarming, and his friendships matter. An emotional story with a great MC. <<less

An average but enjoyable acting entertainment novel. MC was a very bad actor who regresses to the beginning of his career and gains an item... more>> that gives him acting abilities so he can live his dreams. It's a standard "regresses and uses knowledge/skills from the future to become OP and right wrongs" kind of story. Except the MC really had no talent in his past life, and now gets to learn how to act with the guidance of a cheat item. <<less