"Face is XX pretty" Korean BJ illegally films women in Brazil... 'National disgrace'

A domestic internet broadcasting BJ illegally filmed women's bodies in Brazil and made derogatory remarks about a specific area, causing public outrage. Photo by SBS '8 News' capture

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Soyoung] A personal internet broadcaster (BJ) reportedly caused a major uproar among Brazilian residents by illegally filming women’s bodies and making derogatory remarks about the local area while in Brazil. There is widespread public outrage, with many saying it is practically a "national disgrace."

According to SBS '8 News,' the BJ recently visited Brazil and conducted multiple live broadcasts from famous local tourist spots. During the broadcasts, the BJ was seen dancing with a mask hanging from the chin amid the COVID-19 situation and illegally filming the backs of passing women for an extended period.

During the broadcast, the BJ reportedly said things like, "Looking at Brazilians, I think, wow, their faces are really XX pretty." Viewers of the channel also engaged in commenting on the appearances of people appearing in the videos, creating an atmosphere encouraging the BJ to produce "more provocative broadcasts."

This BJ continued with derogatory remarks mentioning a specific region following illegal filming. Photo by SBS '8 News' capture

The incident caused a stir due to the BJ broadcast, leading to protests from local residents, while Korean viewers watching the broadcast continued to use harsh and explicit profanity. The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in S?o Paulo, Brazil, expressed deep regret. Photo by SBS '8 News' capture

In particular, the BJ sparked controversy by making derogatory remarks about Brazilian favelas. The video quickly spread among local Korean residents and Brazilians living in Korea, leading to a hashtag campaign called "Respect Brazil (#respeitaobrasil)."

However, the BJ’s fans reportedly sent threatening messages and severe insults to those who raised concerns about the issue.

Following the controversy, the Korean Consulate General in S?o Paulo issued a public statement expressing deep regret. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs requested the BJ to delete the videos and return to Korea promptly. It is known that the BJ has returned to Korea and is currently in self-quarantine. Most of the controversial videos have been deleted.

Prior to departure, the BJ reportedly posted messages such as "I want to entertain even if I die there," and "If the broadcast goes well just once, I will go wild and come back."