Director Ahn Pan-seok recovering from cerebral hemorrhage; 'The Love Coach' schedule remains unchanged

Ahn Pan-seok, a master of Korean melodrama, has reportedly collapsed due to a cerebral hemorrhage and is currently undergoing treatment. Fortunately, he is focusing on his recovery, and his upcoming drama has already completed post-production and is expected to meet viewers as scheduled.

On the 31st, a representative from Studio Genie addressed Ahn's health condition, stating, "He is currently recovering," and adding, "Since the drama 'The Love Coach' has completed both filming and editing, there are no changes to the broadcast schedule."

Ahn's upcoming work, 'The Love Coach,' depicts the growth and romance between Park Min-jae (Choo Young-woo), a doctoral student who lost a leg due to illness after being a high school swimmer, and Eugene (Kim So-hyun), a master's student who finds a new path in life after a period of wandering.

As the project had already garnered high anticipation due to the casting of Choo Young-woo and Kim So-hyun, fans are expressing growing concern following the news of the director's health.

Ahn has been credited with opening new horizons for Korean melodrama through his delicate emotional direction and realistic portrayal of relationships. His representative works include 'White Tower,' 'Secret Love Affair,' 'Something in the Rain,' 'One Spring Night,' and 'Graduation.' He has earned steady acclaim for a directing style that deeply captures subtle emotional shifts and the reality of daily life.

While the new series is set to be released as planned despite the sudden news regarding his health, fans are cheering for Ahn to make a full recovery and return to the set.