The 'Rogue One Choke' meme originates from the 2016 Star Wars spin-off 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.' In this chilling scene, the iconic Sith Lord Darth Vader (played by Spencer Wilding and voiced by James Earl Jones) confronts the ambitious Director Orson Krennic (Ben Mendelsohn) on the planet Mustafar. After Krennic oversteps his bounds by seeking an audience with the Emperor, Vader uses a Force choke to humble him, delivering the pun-heavy line: 'Be careful not to choke on your aspirations, Director.' This clip is a staple for memes targeting overconfidence, corporate hubris, or anyone who has just been 'clamped' by a superior or a bad situation. It is commonly used to represent moments where someone’s ego is checked by reality, or when a person’s grand plans backfire hilariously. It resonates deeply with anyone working in high-pressure environments or sports fans watching their rivals fail after talking big. Example captions include: 'When you tell everyone you'll be a millionaire by 25 then check your bank account,' 'The HR manager after you ask for a 20% raise,' and 'My body reacting to that third slice of cake I didn't need.'