Korean Model Scandals Vol. 1 - 21 May 2026

A Seoul-based modeling agency was busted for recruiting and exploiting underage girls, some as young as 13, to work as models in China.

Model Ahn Ah-rim, 20, was found dead in her apartment, sparking widespread debate about the pressures and stress faced by models in the industry. Korean Model Scandals Vol. 1 - 21

Model and influencer Seungri, a former member of BIGBANG, was accused of using his modeling agency to recruit and exploit models. A Seoul-based modeling agency was busted for recruiting

Several models came forward alleging that Hera, a prominent modeling agency, had engaged in unfair business practices, including withholding pay and forcing models to work excessive hours. some as young as 13