Enamouring fans and swooning the hearts of adolescents, South Korean idols are undoubtedly lovable. From robust fanchants to trendsetting, K-pop idols have left their imprint on South Korea’s entertainment industry and cultural dynamic. Many have the impression that idols are a sculpted epitome of perfection — ethereal beings with no blemishes.

To think that said idols would meddle in the world of sex trafficking, pornography and illegal prostitution sweeps beyond the image that the media crafts. Pop culture deceives us and hides the grim reality of some celebrities — we only see the edited version of their lives.

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