Brazil Probes K-Drama Dating Service Over Exploitation Allegations

Authorities in Brazil are investigating a dating platform for alleged sexual exploitation. The service, KDramaDate, sells meetings with Korean men styled as romantic "oppa" figures from popular television dramas. The South Korean consulate in São Paulo has urged potential victims to contact investigators. Consular officials are cooperating with Brazilian police on the case. KDramaDate advertises paid, curated outings where clients can "relive the magic of K-dramas." The encounters occur at cafes, barbecue restaurants, and city landmarks. One advertised package includes what the company calls an "intimate" experience. Police are examining whether these commercial arrangements involve crimes of exploitation. The investigation seeks to determine if the platform facilitated illegal activity. The consulate's appeal aims to identify any individuals who may have been harmed.