A viral story is spreading about Choi Seung-hyeok, who volunteered for North Korea’s fearsome Youth Shock Brigade.
On March 22, 2026, the video was uploaded to 'play Channel A,' Channel A’s official YouTube channel.
The footage vividly shows members of the Youth Shock Brigade carrying out construction work barehanded, without machines. Why would anyone choose such a dangerous mission that most people avoid?
Alongside an on-screen caption that reads "Seung-hyeok volunteered for the unit everyone avoids," he explains the reason behind his choice. Choi Seung-hyeok’s bold move is leaving viewers full of questions.
The Youth Shock Brigade is a symbolic North Korean youth organization, repeatedly reported in past documentaries for its danger and grueling intensity. How will Choi Seung-hyeok’s challenge end? His story is set to continue.