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French Influencer Arrested for Attempting to Film Pornography in Bali

Published March 19, 2026, 08:21
French Influencer Arrested for Attempting to Film Pornography in Bali

A French influencer, Melissa Mireille Janine, has been arrested in Bali, Indonesia, for attempting to film pornographic content. Two men were also arrested with her, a Frenchman believed to be the manager and an Italian who participated in the filming. Police located the video that had gone viral, and all three face charges under Indonesian laws regarding electronic information and transactions. If convicted, the three could face up to ten years in prison. The production and distribution of pornographic material is strictly prohibited in Indonesia.