Censorship, in particular with provocative sexy concepts seem to be increasing in South Korea. Is this a freedom of expression limitation or a necessary censorship? As the provocative concepts for Korean popular music seems to increase, perhaps it's time to have some limitations on the outfits appropriate for stage. The three major television networks (who also host the weekly music program shows) have all agreed to increased restrictions. I am curious to see what kind of restrictions are in order, and if it will affect the music videos as well (although music videos aren't shown on the music programs, provocative music videos are also on the rise. Will music videos become more provocative to counter the on-stage choreography restrictions?)
A couple things to think about:
1. Note in the picture that they are all girl groups. There have been increased rules in the past, but this has caused more issues for female groups rather than male groups. For example, showing your stomach in your stage outfits. But it has also caused issues in choreography, where some groups (again women) have to change their choreography to make it more tv appropriate.
2. If you have seen a female celebrity "bow" or insa before, they most likely holding up their hand to their chest for more modesty. At the same time, shorts / skirts are becoming shorter and shorter.
3. Think of this in conjunction with the lyrics and being banned (see previous post). How is this different or similar?
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