Before defecting, Choi Seung-hyeok visiting his parents’ graves to say a final goodbye is drawing attention.
The video was uploaded on the night of March 22, 2026, to Channel A’s official YouTube channel, 'play Channel A'.
The footage captures Choi visiting his parents’ graves before his defection to offer a last farewell. Before leaving, he shared that he still longs for his mother.
Choi’s grief in the video struck a deep chord with viewers, and his longing for family sparked broad empathy.
Meanwhile, 'Now On My Way to Meet You' airs every Sunday at 8:50 p.m., delivering vivid stories from North Korean defectors. [See related article].