Kim jong-unWhy did you stay like thatHairstyleKim jong-un's hairstyle (known as the “pombadu” or “rockethead”) is a notable focus on his image. As to the reasons for his choice of the haircut, the following can be inferred and analysed:
1. The family tradition and political symbol kim jong-un's hair was considered to be somewhat modelled on his grandfather's kim il sung's hair. Kim il sung has a sacred place in the official image of the dprk, and kim jong-un, by imitating his hair, may try to strengthen his legitimacy and political legitimacy as a successor to the “white head mountain”. This continuation of the family image is important in the political culture of the dprk. Through appearanceal similarities, the kim family can strengthen the narrative of “generational transmission” and shape the image of a “relative” leader. 2. Since coming to power in 2011, kim jong-un has deliberately adjusted public awareness by changing his image (e. G. Weight reduction, change of dress style). His hair may also be part of his personal image design, designed to shape a vision that is both powerful and slightly pro-people. In official korean propaganda, kim jong-un is often portrayed as the leader of “sympathizing with the people”, and his hair may be deliberately distinguished from the traditional stereotypes of “bureaucratic image” and appear to be more dynamic and modern. 3. Cultural background and aesthetic preference for the aesthetic standards of the dprk differ from the outside world. Kim jong-un's hairstyle may be viewed as a dignified, steady form in korean mainland, rather than as “gentle” in the eyes of the outside world. Similar hairstyles are not uncommon among korean males, especially in the middle age group and above. The view was expressed that such a haircut might be designed to increase visual height and airfields to compensate for the relatively short physical height of kim jong-un (long head ratio through high hair. The amplification of the outside media has contributed to the attention given by the western media to kim jong-un's hairstyle, to some extent magnifying its “uniqueness”. In the closed environment of the democratic people's republic of korea, the image management of leaders serves more domestic political needs than international aesthetic standards. The twitching or overinterpretation of the hairstyle may reflect an external projection of the political mythization of the dprk. In fact, kim jong-un's hairstyle is not controversial in the dprk and may even be seen as a “standard leadership image”. 5. Practicality and personal habits may make this style easier to regulate and suit the need for frequent attendance at public events. There are also rumours that kim jong-un himself has special requirements for his hairstyle, which may include elements of personal preference. Kim jong-un's hairstyle choice is essentially a combination of political propaganda and personal image management in the dprk. It is both a continuation of family authority and a tool for shaping the image of unique leaders. In the korean context, this hairstyle is not “wrong” but a carefully designed political symbol. The outside world's focus is more of a matter of timeCultural differencesAnd curiosity about the closure regime in north korea, not about the practicality of the hairstyle itself。
