Not Kidding

The commercialization of children’s talent is a debatable and often controversial topic that strikes several chords with the moral implications that come with the guardians of the children in the industry of chic.

Beauty Pageants

Child Beauty Pageant is infamous for it’s many characteristics. A concept that requires rigor and discipline from young girls that have to put all their time into training do not have the opportunity to be carefree and enjoy the simplicities of childhood. From talent to makeup to a strict routine, there are too many downsides to glamorizing children at such an early age.

Child models

From Burberry to Louis Vuitton, the children’s line by these luxury brands has incorporated children into their ad campaigns over time. Unlike beauty pageants, shooting these campaigns does not call for aggressive training if taken up as a once in a while opportunity, to have kids strut in designer wear. Unofficial reports also highlight the fun activities that certain brands put in to easing the children into just having a good time.

Acting

A career in acting can truly go two ways for young children. Being exposed to the world at an early age can have an impact on their self-perception and often shape it negatively. However, through strategic planning if the child truly feels like they have found their calling, their early start in the industry is of utmost benefit to them. From Miley Cyrus to to Hansika Motwani, there has been a world of difference in the personalities they developed due to their time on the silver screen.

All in all, there is not enough control and strategizing if the choice to bring a child into this diverse industry that has so much to offer yet can take away more than it truly gives.