Restoration of Baekbeom Kim Gu as a 3D AI Digital Human

Reading of Memorial Tribute in the Likeness and Voice of the Deceased at the Ceremony Commemorating the Day of the Patriotic Martyrs

AI-based art-tech company VIV Studios (CEO Kim Se-gyu) announced that on the 17th, at the 84th Memorial Day for the Patriots held at the Memorial Tower for the Patriots in Seodaemun Independence Park, Seoul, they recreated the late Baekbeom Kim Gu as an AI digital human.

At the ceremony, Baekbeom Kim Gu, appearing as an AI digital human, recited the memorial address that was read at the 1945 Patriots Memorial Rally, together with surviving patriots, using his lifelike image and voice in the video.

Baekbeom Kim Gu Recreated as an AI Digital Human

The AI digital human recreation of Baekbeom Kim Gu was carried out as part of the "Veterans AI-based Digital Human Content Platform Construction Project," led by the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, aiming to raise interest and engagement in patriotism among younger generations through immersive content utilizing advanced technology. VIV Studios was responsible for the creation and implementation of Baekbeom Kim Gu’s 3D AI digital human.

VIV Studios created the 3D AI digital human of Baekbeom Kim Gu by referencing various images and historical materials provided by the Kim Gu Memorial Hall. Kim Se-gyu, CEO of VIV Studios, stated, "In 3D digital human work for historical figures, it is important not only to replicate the realistic appearance but also to convey the character of the person during their lifetime," adding, "We aimed to delicately capture Baekbeom Kim Gu’s character through facial expressions, hairstyle, clothing, and hand gestures, in addition to photos, videos, and historical records."

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