In a recent YouTube video, Kim Woo-bin, a successful actor who began his career as a model, expressed his shock and anger at the treatment of a rookie model in the fashion industry

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Kim Woo-bin, a well-known South Korean actor, has spoken out against the exploitation of rookie models in the fashion industry. In a recent video on the YouTube channel "Pixid," Kim disguised his identity his and engaged in a group chat with several rookie models to discuss their experiences his in the modeling world.

During the chat, one rookie model shared a disturbing story about a photo shoot where she was made to wear 80 different outfits without prior consultation. When Kim asked how much she was paid for the shoot, she replied that she received only 400,000 won (approximately $340 USD). 

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Upon hearing this, Kim expressed his disbelief and anger. "80 outfits for 400,000 won? Who are you working for?" he demanded to know. He went on to suggest that the brand in question should reflect on their treatment of models.

Kim, who began his career as a model in 2008 before transitioning to acting, spoke to the production team after the chat and stressed the need for further investigation into the exploitation of models in the industry. "400,000 won for 80 outfits doesn't make sense," he stated.

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The video has sparked discussion online, with many people praising Kim for his empathy and willingness to speak out on behalf of young models. Kim's own success in his in the entertainment industry has given him a platform to advocate for better treatment of models, and it appears he is using that platform to good effect.

As the modeling industry continues to evolve, it is important that figures like Kim Woo-bin use their influence to push for fair treatment and greater protections for models at all levels of experience.

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