South Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki last appeared in a guest role in Noryang: Deadly Sea, released two years ago. The actor doesn't have any upcoming movies or TV shows lined up as of now, according to MyDramaList.
The actor was also recently mentioned in a conversation with Park Joong-hoon when he was promoting his new essay, Don’t Regret. On being asked whether Ahn has read it, Park Joong-hoon said:
"It’s been over a year since I last saw his face. I’m not in a situation to make a call or send a text personally, so I’m checking in through his family and asking how he’s doing. I may speak calmly, but I am extremely sad"
Talking about Ahn Sung-ki, he added that Ahn:
"is a respected teacher and senior, a close friend, and someone like a father to me, with whom I made four films over 40 years. He is someone I respect both as an actor and as a person."
According to a recent report by Koreaboo, the actor is currently battling a recurrence of his blood cancer.
When was Ahn Sung-ki diagnosed with blood cancer?
The veteran actor was first diagnosed with blood cancer in 2019. Three years later, his company released a statement, as per the Korea Times, stating:
"He has recovered a lot as he usually takes care of his health thoroughly. We'll focus on his recovery and treatment so that he can greet you in good health."
The same year, Ahn Sung-ki appeared in three movies titled Cassiopeia, A Birth, and Hansan: Rising Dragon, all of which became big hits. Revealing the details about his health, the actor said during the screening of his movie, Hansan: Rising Dragon:
"I was diagnosed with blood cancer and have been fighting for over a year. After receiving chemotherapy, my health has recently improved, and I was able to go out."
Talking about the wig that had started speculation about his health, he added:
"When I take off my wig, I am bald."
After his health declined, a representative from Artist Company shared that Ahn Sung-ki is steadily recovering and focusing on treatment so he can return in better health.
Park Joong-hoon's recent comments have caught fans' attention, with many sharing their concern and support for Ahn Sung-ki online. People are hoping to see him recover soon and return to acting. As of now, his agency has not shared any new updates about the actor's health.
Three years ago, at the Grand Bell Awards, the actor reassured fans about his health, saying he was feeling much better and hoped to meet them again through a new project.
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