Kim Jong-Un hosts banquet for North Korea's Asian Games gold medal winners

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un hosted a banquet for athletes who bagged gold medals for the country at the 17th Asian Games held in South Korea.

According to the Mirror, Kim praised the medallists for proving "the validity and vitality of the party's plan for building a sports powerhouse".

This year, North Korea won 11 gold medals, 11 silver and 14 bronze at the Asian Games.

The North Korean leader finally made a public appearance on Tuesday after 40 days of absence, when he visited a residential district and scientific facility.

The 31-year-old tyrant was earlier spotted limping at a ceremony in the capital city that was held to observe the 20th anniversary of KimIl-sung - the founder of the nation.

His fetish for Emmenthal cheese and Johnny Walker whisky is attributed to be the reason behind his increasing weight and subsequent health problems.