Sexualization and sexual exploitation in K-pop

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Sexualization and sexual exploitation in K-pop refers to elements of sexualization and sexual exploitation in K-pop (Korean pop), refers to matters surrounding the usage of sexualized imagery, exaggerated beauty standards, and exploitative labor practices within the South Korean pop music entertainment industry. Experts noted that the K-pop industry expanded globally during the 21st century. During the K-pop culture globalization, with Korean entertainment and record label companies taking advantage of the boom to promote their idols in various ways. Many argue that this boom is the beginning to the ever rising exploitation of idols. Researchers have discussed that female idols are often associated with strict beauty standards. Aside from dance and singing abilities, many focus on an idol’s visuals. Visuals are so significant to the extent that many K-pop idol groups assign a specific member the job of bringing the “visual” of the group. The “visual” refers to the “most” conventionally...

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