Epik High’s Tukutz Addresses Criticism for Selecting BTS Member as Competition
Epik High’s Tukutz is in the spotlight after naming BTS’s V his rival—and catching flak from fans.
The controversy began when Tukutz appeared on MBC’s Hangout with Yoo on the 12th. He shared how he once called V his rival on Radio Star, explaining his choice like this:
“When I appeared on Radio Star in the past, I named BTS’s V as my rival, saying, ‘I think a rival is someone bigger than me, someone I want to get closer to, so this year’s rival will be V.’”
— Tukutz
He said it was all a joke. But soon after, overseas fans started sliding into his DMs with insults. Yoo Jae Suk laughed and commented on the creative shade Tukutz got.
“They really insulted you creatively.”
— Yoo Jae Suk
Tukutz revealed one message said:
“Taehyung is more handsome than you.”
He admitted the message is true but still:
“That’s true, but it really feels unpleasant.”
Fans watching the segment quickly reacted online, with mixed opinions about the friendly rivalry and the harsh responses Tukutz received.
