Author: Chang Yu
Original Name: 我真是大明星
Type: Male lead with a system in the modern world
Synopsis: One day, Zhang Ye was just another normal person like anyone else. The next, he opened his eyes to realise he had transmigrated into a parallel world. This world, although similar to his own, was not as developed as his culturally. They didn't have the same songs, the same poems, the same dramas or the same books. As such, with the advanced knowledge he possessed, together with the system he had, he decided he would start his life anew. This time around, he would become a superstar.
Personal Comments: This story is extremely rich culturally. The translator also did a stunning job in trying to ensure that the message was not lost in translation. It gives some brilliant insight into Chinese culture - their songs, their poems, their history. A recommendation for those who wish to learn fun facts about China in a fun way. The face-slapping in this book is also done in a humorous way. The main character, while protected with plot armour nonetheless still gets into trouble beyond him sometimes. I love the way the author managed to give tidbits of information about almost every entertainment industry and give us insights into Chinese tastes which would be hard to find out ourselves through English search engines like Google. Moreover, the author does not only mindlessly boast of Chinese culture, there are also certain portions where the author criticises the country.