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Beloved Korean Drama Director Ahn Pan-seok Dies at 64
12 Aug
Summary
- Acclaimed director Ahn Pan-seok passed away at 64.
- He was known for dramas like 'Something in the Rain'.
- His final work, 'Love Doctor,' will premiere in October.
Acclaimed South Korean drama director Ahn Pan-seok passed away on August 12, 2026, at the age of 64. His career, spanning nearly four decades, was marked by his distinctive restrained storytelling and profound exploration of human emotion. Ahn began his career as a producer at MBC in 1987.
He gained widespread recognition for his 2007 drama 'Behind the White Tower,' celebrated for its fresh take on the medical genre. Subsequent acclaimed works include 'Secret Affair' (2014), 'Something in the Rain,' and 'Spring Night,' all praised for their mature and emotionally resonant narratives.
Ahn had been battling lung cancer since last year. His health significantly declined last month following a brain hemorrhage, from which he did not recover. His final project, the ENA drama 'Love Doctor,' starring Choo Young-woo and Kim So-hyun, is complete and scheduled for an October premiere.
The production team confirmed his death and stated that the funeral would be a private ceremony for his family. 'Love Doctor' will serve as the last chapter in the career of the filmmaker who left an indelible mark on Korean television.
