Now it should be transmitted through a different network.
Koreaboo
A k-pop audition show already under fire for its alleged sexualization of minors is once again attracting strong criticism after, according to reports, the production continues, despite having canceled its original transmission.
According to the reports of Tenasiathe show Under fifteen years He shot his final episode on April 20 at the Bitmaru Broadcasting Center in Goyang. Seven participants have been confirmed as members of the final debut. While the show was originally expected for the air MBNNow it should be transmitted through a different network.
The program aimed to discover K-Pop talents from age or less than 15 years of age, presenting itself as a survival show of the group of fifth generation girls. However, after the promotional teasers have revealed young competitors in strong tricks and revelations – together with the profiles of the profile marked with bar codes – the public reacted strongly, accusing the show of exploiting minors for entertainment.
While the criticisms increased, MBN announced on March 28 that he would cancel the scheduled air broadcast of the show. The company said she had taken the public concerns seriously and would have reconsidered both the content of the show and if it should be on air.
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Despite this, the show production company, Create study, He defended the project. In a press conference, the representatives said that the emotional damage to children and their parents was significant.
The competitors are also deeply injured by the distortions [in the intents of the show]. It is very heartbreaking. The show should not be canceled. If it is, the emotional impact on children and their parents will be significant.
– Pd Hwang
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Crea also said that internal reviews did not encounter problems with the content after sending it to relevant regulations. However, the Korea Communications Standards Commission (KCSC) later publicly denied having canceled the show, causing the controversy again.
The decision to proceed with the filming despite the public backlash and a transmitted slot transmitted has left many questioned the ethics behind the production of the show and if the profit is a priority on the well -being of its young competitors.
