South Korean Entertainment Model Prostitution S... May 2026

“I was 19 when I started working as a model. My agency told me that I needed to ‘build relationships’ with clients to get ahead in the industry. I didn’t know what that meant at first, but soon I realized I was being asked to sleep with them. I felt like I had no choice – I was young, scared, and didn’t know who to turn to.”

Since then, numerous investigations and exposés have shed light on the scope and complexity of the problem. Many models and entertainers have come forward to share their experiences of being pressured or forced into prostitution, often by powerful industry figures or managers. South Korean Entertainment Model Prostitution S...

To those who have survived exploitation, we offer support, solidarity, and a commitment to creating a safer, more just industry. To those who are still struggling, we offer a message of hope: you are not alone, and there are people who care about your well-being and want to help. “I was 19 when I started working as a model