Veteran actor Ahn Sung-ki has been admitted to the hospital after suffering from cardiac arrest at his residence on December 30. Many media agencies have been confirmed.
His agency confirmed that the iconic South Korean actor suffered a cardiac arrest on December 30 and is currently receiving intensive treatment in the ICU.
According to an official media statement, the incident happened around 4 pm when the actor collapsed after choking while eating at his home. Emergency services were immediately alerted, and medical teams performed CPR while rushing him to the hospital.
Doctors later moved him to the ICU, where they are closely monitoring his condition. His agency said doctors are conducting further medical tests and requested the public and media to respect the privacy of Ahn Sung Ki and his family during this difficult time.
Ahn Sung Ki’s hospitalisation has raised serious concern due to his past health issues. In 2019, the veteran actor revealed that doctors had diagnosed him with blood cancer and that he was undergoing treatment. Although he later made a few public appearances, he has largely kept updates about his recovery and current health private.
Ahn Sung Ki is widely regarded as a legend of South Korean cinema, with a career spanning more than 60 years. He has appeared in over 130 films, and reports in Korea suggest his filmography may soon reach nearly 200 titles.
Audiences across generations respect him for his versatility and dedication to acting. He also gained renewed popularity with the 2019 supernatural action film The Divine Fury, which introduced him to younger fans while strengthening his status among longtime admirers.