Credited from: SCMP
South Korean actress and K-pop singer Nana (real name Im Jin-ah) was involved in a violent confrontation with a home intruder early on Saturday. The assailant, a man in his 30s, broke into the star's residence in the suburbs of Seoul with the intent to steal valuables. Nana and her mother courageously subdued the intruder, leading to his arrest by the police, who are treating the case as aggravated robbery, according to SCMP, BBC, Channel News Asia, and CBS News.
During the altercation, both Nana and her mother sustained significant injuries; Nana's mother lost consciousness and was in critical condition, underscoring the severity of the situation. Local media reported that they both sought medical attention following the violent encounter. "The mother has regained consciousness, and both of them are currently in need of treatment and complete rest," noted reports from Yonhap and other news outlets, according to SCMP, BBC, and CBS News.
Nana, who debuted in 2009 with the girl group After School, is a well-known figure in South Korea's entertainment industry. She has transitioned successfully into acting, having landed leading roles in various television dramas, including "Kill It" and "Justice." Her significant fan base and her prominence in the K-pop scene have garnered substantial media attention following this troubling incident, according to Channel News Asia and BBC.