Epik High’s Mithra recently unveiled a truly shocking experience, detailing a harrowing incident where a broadcast producer (PD) engaged in a severe abuse of power, leaving the artist deeply traumatized. The revelation has sent ripples of concern and anger through the K-Pop community, highlighting the often-unseen challenges idols face behind the scenes.
A Casual Chat Unearths a Painful Memory
The shocking story unfolded on August 13th, during a video titled “Is Social Life Difficult?” released on Epik High’s official YouTube channel. The episode saw the iconic hip-hop trio – Tablo, Mithra, and Tukutz – engaging in a relatable discussion about the tricky art of declining friends who suggest traveling in a brand-new car. It was during this lighthearted conversation that Mithra unexpectedly delved into a deeply unsettling memory connected to his own first car.
The Incident in the New Car
Mithra candidly explained, “It was when I had just bought a new car. I hardly drove it myself.” As fate would have it, a filming schedule necessitated him driving his prized new possession, and he ended up giving a ride to a PD. Little did he know, this seemingly innocuous trip would turn into a nightmare. The real trouble began shortly after they got into the car. Mithra recalled, “The PD smoked inside the car.” While this in itself is certainly inconsiderate, Mithra, ever the understanding soul, initially brushed it off, adding, “That part was okay, since the smell could be removed.”
Beyond Inconsiderate: Shocking Damage
However, the PD’s audacious behavior shockingly escalated beyond simple smoking. Mithra then dropped a bombshell that visibly stunned Tablo and Tukutz. “He even left a cigarette burn in the car,” Mithra revealed, his voice laced with lingering disbelief. He elaborated on the sheer disrespect: “He threw the cigarette butt in my car, and it left a black burn mark.” The sheer audacity of damaging someone’s brand new car, especially while being given a ride, is truly appalling and a clear abuse of power.
Epik High’s Outrage and Mithra’s Lasting Trauma
The other Epik High members, Tablo and Tukutz, were understandably furious upon hearing Mithra’s account. Their reactions were strong and immediate, with both calling the PD “totally inconsiderate.” Tablo, embodying the protective bandmate, even pressed Mithra, asking pointedly, “Which broadcasting station was it?” clearly eager to identify the perpetrator of such a disrespectful act. However, Mithra, still clearly impacted by the trauma, declined to reveal the PD’s identity, stating simply, “I can’t say.” He then shared the lasting impact of the incident, concluding, “Since then, I have been traumatized and try not to give rides to strangers.” This powerful confession highlights the psychological toll such professional misconduct can have on artists, even years later. It’s a stark reminder of the often-unseen struggles K-Pop idols face behind the scenes.
