In the digital age, when social media has become a fertile ground for the development of many new professions, livestream idols have emerged as a “dream job” for young people. With glamorous images and “huge” incomes being circulated, many, especially students, have been drawn into this path.
However, the account dearserenityd – a female idol bravely went on video to “expose” the harsh truths and terrible hidden aspects that few know about. Her story is not only a warning but also a wake-up call about a job that seems glamorous but is fraught with risks and traps.
The Alluring Invitation and the Trap of “Easy Work – High Pay”
“I was wrong,” is the bitter opening line of the girl in her original video.
Specifically, she shared that due to her poor health but still wanting to find a part-time job at home to support her living, she found a seemingly suitable project on Facebook: becoming a livestream idol. The advertisements painted a beautiful picture: working from home, no experience required, just chatting, playing games, singing… With a fixed salary of 10 million VND, it was enough to convince the young girl that this was the right opportunity.
However, she soon realized that “light work” was just an empty promise. The nature of this job is not just singing or chatting. Every day, she had to spend hours in front of the screen, maintaining energy to interact with viewers. The pressure to continuously create new content, retain audience attention, and increase revenue is a significant psychological burden. Especially, according to her, this job is not as safe as people think, even though it is done at home.
Seduction and Revenue Pressure
The most shocking part of her story is that she was asked to use her personal account to “seduce” high-level users, inviting them to livestream sessions to give gifts. This is a common trick used by idol management companies to maximize revenue. The girl shared, “Viewers do not actively seek out, I have to actively go find and ‘seduce’ them.” This action harms the dignity and image of the idols, making many in the profession feel like they are “selling their honor.”
Revenue pressure is a double-edged sword. While management companies always depict a vision of earning tens of millions, even hundreds of millions of VND, the reality is extremely harsh. The girl stated that after a month of hard work, she only received 1.7 million VND, and some colleagues might earn a little more, but not significantly.
Moreover, the company never pays high salaries as initially promised. Instead, they blame the idols for not earning enough money, claiming that “the outfits are inappropriate” and “the seduction skills” of the female idols are not good enough. This creates a vicious cycle: the more idols try, the more they are forced to do unethical things to earn money, but in the end, they receive meager compensation.
The Disadvantages and Risks for Workers
Another noteworthy point that she mentioned is the management model of this livestream company. “The owner says, a contract of 10 million VND has to be divided over 30 days.” This shows a lack of transparency in how wages are calculated, profit sharing, and may pose risks and disadvantages regarding workers’ rights.
Not to mention, handing over the entire personal account to the company for them to use at will is a very dangerous action. The girl stated that her account was used by the company to message and seduce users, even married men. This not only causes a loss of control over personal identity but can also lead to unforeseen troubles.
Sincere Advice: “Never Become an Idol”
After experiencing a bitter month, this female idol issued a heartfelt warning: “Never become a livestream idol.” She emphasized that this job is not as easy as many people think. It requires relentless effort, sacrifice of time, and sometimes even dignity.
The girl also offered sincere advice: don’t let the fake income numbers on social media deceive you, and never believe in promises of “easy work, high pay” without thorough investigation. Especially for students, who are often lured into traps due to lack of experience and need money to support their living.
At the end of the video, the girl affirmed: “This is a job that you should never do just for high pay, working from home.” She stated that her story is not unique but a general wake-up call for those who are lost in the maze of social media and virtual values. Stay alert, do thorough research, and choose a suitable job for yourself; don’t sacrifice your honor and safety in pursuit of a glamorous dream full of traps.