'Shahs of Sunset' Star Mike Shouhed -- My Parents LOVE Me Dropping Trou For 'Playgirl'

"Shahs of Sunset" star Mike Shouhed didn't have to beat around the bush when he told his parents he'd be stripping down for "Playgirl" -- telling TMZ, MOM AND DAD LOVED THE IDEA!!!

Mike was leaving a workout in L.A. Saturday -- keepin' it right and tight -- when our photog asked if his parents were dying of shame thanks to his recent undie-dropping photo shoot with the nudie mag.

But Mike quickly set the record straight and said mom and dad couldn't be happier, explaining "They love it, man."

And in case you're curious (you are) we also asked just how MUCH Schlong of Sunset we'd be seeing in the spread -- so check it out to hear Mike's response.