It has been reported that national actor Ahn Sung-ki has overcome a critical health crisis and his heart has started beating again. Although he has passed the most dangerous moment, he has not yet regained consciousness, and medical staff are closely monitoring his condition.
According to Ahn Sung-ki's representatives on the 31st, it has been confirmed that he has passed the worst-case scenario that was feared. The representative stated that his heart has started beating again, but he has not yet regained consciousness and is continuing treatment while wearing an oxygen respirator. It is known that a small number of family members, including his wife, are staying at the hospital to be by his side.
Ahn Sung-ki, who was battling blood cancer, collapsed around 4 PM on the 30th after choking while eating at home. He was urgently transported to a nearby hospital's emergency room while receiving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) at the scene, but he fell into cardiac arrest upon arrival, leading to a critical situation. He is currently in the intensive care unit receiving focused treatment.
His agency, Artist Company, also released an official statement that actor Ahn Sung-ki was transported due to a sudden health deterioration and is currently under medical care. The agency requested that the medical staff's judgment be respected and emphasized that the stability of the actor and his family is the top priority.
Ahn Sung-ki, who debuted in the 1957 film "Twilight Train," has been respected as a national actor and a living witness to Korean film history, having appeared in over 200 works including "Silmido," "Radio Star," and "Hansan: Rising Dragon" over the past 60 years.
He was diagnosed with blood cancer in 2019 and was declared cancer-free, but it is reported that the cancer has recurred during recent follow-up observations, leading to his ongoing battle with the disease before this incident. The public is earnestly wishing for Ahn Sung-ki, a giant of Korean cinema, to overcome this crisis once again and recover healthily.
