North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, who is overweight and a smoker, has been the subject of health speculation for years.- AFP/KCNA
PYONGYANG (Bloomberg): North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has dropped about 20 kilograms (44 pounds), South Korea’s spy agency believes, and it dismissed speculation he was using a body double.
Kim tipped the scales at about 140 kg in 2019 and has dropped weight since then, the agency told lawmakers Thursday (Oct 28). Its estimates were based on optimal facial analysis, weight-tracking models and an analysis of high-resolution video, ruling party representative Kim Byung-kee told reporters.
Already a subscriber? Log in.
Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.
Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
