Bacha bazi involves young boys dressed as girls who dance and are sexually exploited by older men.

In regions where bacha bazi occurs, boys typically between 10 and 18 years old are dressed in female clothing and made to perform dances for groups of men. Beyond dancing, these boys are often forced into sexual relationships with their 'owners' or patrons. This exploitation is a form of child sexual abuse hidden under the guise of cultural entertainment. The boys usually come from poor families and are vulnerable to coercion or force.