North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un made a grand appearance at a lavish ceremony on Tuesday to commemorate the opening of 10,000 homes in Pyongyang. The news was officially announced through a propaganda video that aired on the country’s sole television channel the following day. What caught the attention in the video was not only the impressive display of media and resources used, but also the catchy song that played alongside the footage, hailed as the latest musical triumph of the North Korean regime.

The video showcased the North Korean leader stepping onto a red carpet moments after stepping out of a limousine. Interestingly, the luxury vehicle was supposedly gifted by President Vladimir Putin as a token of appreciation for the missiles North Korea sent to Russia in defense against Ukraine, according to SkyNews. However, it should be noted that both regimes have consistently denied any missile supply from Pyongyang.

Shortly after, a large crowd can be seen joyously celebrating in the city streets, wielding flags and balloons while the country’s air force flies overhead and fireworks illuminate the sky in honor of the dictator. The video also portrays scenes of workers, soldiers, students, and state television journalists, all smiling, singing, and raising their thumbs in a show of support and happiness under Kim Jong-un’s leadership. Accompanying these visuals is the song “Friendly Father,” the latest musical sensation produced by the regime, which glorifies the figure of the dictator.

The inauguration of these 10,000 new homes forms part of a larger project that commenced in 2022, with the ambitious goal of constructing approximately 50,000 apartments in the capital over the course of five years. In North Korea, all homes are owned solely by the government, and citizens are issued domestic use permits to reside in them. However, unofficial reports suggest that some individuals have resorted to engaging in illegal activities, such as offering bribes, in order to gain access to housing.