India, Sept. 12 -- A Toronto-based director and cinematographer took to Instagram to reveal the mystery behind his green earlobe, which had puzzled him for nearly two decades. The real reason behind the unusual discolouration is something no one could have anticipated.ALSO READ: This unique Kolkata hotel has a railway track at its entrance where trains pass right by. Watch video

On September 11, Matt Aitia took to Instagram to share the story behind his green earlobe, which would often attract unwanted stares. He believed the discolouration was caused by a dermatological condition, but the reality was startling.

The creator recalled getting his ears pierced when he was 10 years old. He said, "When I was 10 years old, I got my ears pierc...