An investigation revealed that several modeling agencies were charging hidden fees, taking thousands of dollars from models' earnings.

A major modeling agency was accused of exploiting models, taking up to 90% of their earnings and forcing them to work long hours without pay.

This concludes Vol. 1 of our deep dive into Korean model scandals. Stay tuned for future updates and discussions on the K-beauty industry.

The Korean modeling industry, known for its highly competitive and cutthroat nature, has been marred by numerous scandals over the years. From exploitation and mistreatment of models to fake profiles and unauthorized surgeries, the darker side of K-beauty has been exposed time and time again.