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Rumors About Kim Jong-un

The video discusses rumors that Kim Jong-un had died and been replaced by a look-alike. It reports a claim attributed to Choi Wan-jin, described as a Chinese national and chairman of the Chinese Democratic Party, that Kim died of a cerebral hemorrhage. Choi reportedly argued that photographs and AI facial-recognition comparisons showed that a substitute had taken his place.

Alleged Differences and Responses

The video reviews alleged differences in Kim’s appearance and behavior, including his earlobes, teeth, height, weight, handwriting, and manner of walking. It says South Korean intelligence officials and experts attributed several cited examples to camera angles, edited images, or misinterpretations. South Korean and U.S. institutions, as well as major media outlets, have rejected claims of a large-scale substitution.

The video also cites defector Won Ho-cheol, who allegedly said Kim had numerous look-alike guards. He described an occasion when seven similar-looking men emerged from seven cars. The commentary presents this as an allegation, not proof.

Other Unverified Claims

The narrator says the claims remain unverified and notes that Choi had previously made similar claims about China’s Xi Jinping. The narrator reasons that Kim’s death would likely have prompted notable military measures, such as recalling officers from leave or raising security alert levels. The reported absence of such signs is presented as evidence that the story may be another rumor.

The video briefly raises further unverified claims that Kim Yo-jong had taken power and that China had sent troops to North Korea. It then shifts into a joking skit about someone being a “new stand-in”; some of the auto-generated dialogue is garbled.

Presenters and Contributors

No presenter is identified in the subtitles. Named sources discussed are Choi Wan-jin and defector Won Ho-cheol. The skit participants are unidentified.