Heo Sung-beom, amidst 'Blood Game X' violence controversy... "I held on until my neck was choked, and it became serious" [Full Text]

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Heo Sung-beom, a cast member of Wave's survival variety show 'Blood Game X', spoke out regarding his injury during the program's filming.

On the 26th, Heo Sung-beom opened up on his Instagram: "Did you enjoy the 'Day of Plunder' episode? I spent a sleepless night unlike any other."

He added, "After watching the fifth episode of this 'Blood Game X', I believe it was the production team's best effort to protect the cast and avoid creating an overly unpleasant atmosphere. However, upon reflection, it seems strange that some people are so furious that their anger appears to be floating in the air; I cannot understand it."

He continued, "At the scene, I was subdued by many people for quite a long time, enduring a state where breathing and movement were difficult. Even with my money and phone missing, I experienced a prolonged, purposeless confrontation filled with danger. The situation at the site lasted much longer than shown on screen, and during that process, both flesh and clothing were torn apart, leaving wounds and scars on my hands, neck, and face. Although my neck was being choked, I didn't want to lose for my team, so I forced myself to hold on, which made things worse."

He then said, "This is the first time in my life that I have been this angry at anyone. It was also the first time I expressed my anger directly. Although I was a bit surprised to see myself like that, it was an experience I could endure."

Heo Sung-beom remarked, "However, I did wonder if it was right to go this far just because 'Blood Game' has a long-standing identity of allowing violence in raids and plundering. While such moments have occurred before, we had always maintained boundaries and never directly caused injury or harm to one another. Anyone can become overly immersed, but the tepid response that followed only made the people on site angrier."

He stated, "After time passed and everyone understood the situation, we exchanged apologies with each other, and I am now getting along very well with Kyung-hoon hyung-nim. However, it was unavoidable that my mood felt strange every morning when I checked the wounds in the mirror and saw Chul-gu hyung's injured hand throughout the filming period. If Jin-ho hyung-nim, Yu-hyun hyung-nim, and Sang-min hyung-nim had not intervened appropriately, one of us might have been seriously hurt."

Finally, he shared his current status: "I am doing very well. The wounds on my neck and hands are almost healed, and the scars are barely visible now."

In the fifth episode of Wave Original 'Blood Game X', released on the 24th, the 'Day of Plunder' began, revealing a rule that allowed any form of violence for 60 minutes. This led to an intense battle over funds surrounding the vaults. During this process, physical altercations beyond mere use of force occurred among the cast members, sparking controversy over violence.

Following this, cast member Shin Seung-yong apologized, saying, "I am sorry, regretful, and reflective. I will gladly accept any criticism at any time."

Did you enjoy the 'Day of Plunder' episode?

I spent a long night without sleep for the first time in a while.

Every time I film the 'Blood Game' series, I feel endless gratitude for the excessive interest and support you all have given me.

Therefore, I thought that any minor misunderstanding or loss I had to endure was not a big problem compared to your enjoyment.

This is because not every moment at the scene can be conveyed through the broadcast, and since it is ultimately a TV program, there are unavoidable aspects.

After watching the fifth episode of this 'Blood Game X', I believe it was the production team's best effort to protect the cast and avoid creating an overly unpleasant atmosphere.

However, upon reflection, it seems strange that some people are so furious that their anger appears to be floating in the air; I cannot understand it.

As a result, the hostility of the cast member who suffered damage seems exaggerated, and I believe that some of us, including myself, are being criticized for complaining about why violence was allowed when it wasn't necessary.

However, at the scene, I was subdued by many people for quite a long time, enduring a state where breathing and movement were difficult. Even with my money and phone missing, I experienced a prolonged, purposeless confrontation filled with danger.

That moment lasted much longer at the site than shown on screen, and during that process, both flesh and clothing were torn apart, leaving wounds and scars on my hands, neck, and face. Although my neck was being choked, I didn't want to lose for my team, so I forced myself to hold on, which made things worse.

This was the first time in my life that I have been this angry at anyone. It was also the first time I expressed my anger directly. Although I was a bit surprised to see myself like that, it was an experience I could endure.

However, I did wonder if it was right to go this far just because 'Blood Game' has a long-standing identity of allowing violence in raids and plundering.

While such moments have occurred before, we had always maintained boundaries and never directly caused injury or harm to one another until now. Anyone can become overly immersed, but the tepid response that followed only made the people on site angrier.

Of course, after time passed and everyone understood the situation, we exchanged apologies with each other, and I am now getting along very well with Kyung-hoon hyung-nim.

However, it was unavoidable that my mood felt strange every morning when I checked the wounds in the mirror and saw Chul-gu hyung's injured hand throughout the filming period. If Jin-ho hyung-nim, Yu-hyun hyung-nim, and Sang-min hyung-nim had not intervened appropriately, one of us might have been seriously hurt.

I do not think this was about the rule allowing violence or the issue with the glass railing. Are humans not beings who can inflict injury on others even with bare hands?

Therefore, please do not dismiss too lightly the decisions made to protect everyone at the scene regardless of friend or foe and to prevent injuries.

I would appreciate it if you could understand that I did not open the fourth vault for this reason. Honestly, both on site and among those who watched the broadcast, many people asked if I was okay, which surprised me a bit.

I am doing very well. The wounds on my neck and hands are almost healed, and the scars are barely visible now. And I have always been sincere in every competition. However, my life's creed and belief is to win through skill without harming others or making people cry out of pity.

Therefore, I would be grateful if you continue to love and watch 'Blood Game X'.

I am always willing to sacrifice for your happiness and enjoyment.

May you always be happy. I love you all. - P3 Team's youngest member, Heo Sung-beom.

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