US EditionMBN reconsiders airing of 'UNDER15' amid child sexualization controversy
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Broadcaster to review airing of 'Under15' after controversy erupts over depiction of minors
MBN's K-pop audition program heavily criticized, particularly over styling and makeup choices for minors Maeil Broadcasting Network announced it would be reviewing the broadcast of "Under15," a K-pop idol audition program recently criticized for allegedly portraying minors in a sexualized manner. "Under15" features 59 participants born between 2009 and 2016. The show, featuring K-pop stars such as Daesung of Big Bang, Sandara Park of 2NE1 and Hyo
MBN reconsiders airing of 'UNDER15' amid child sexualization controversy
MBN is reconsidering the broadcast of its upcoming reality show “UNDER15,” following mounting criticism over the program’s portrayal of underage girls. The show features only female contestants aged 15 and under, raising serious concerns about child sexualization.
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