Former K-pop idol Areum hospitalised after alleged suicide attempt

South Korean singer Areum recently came forward with claims of domestic abuse from her ex-husband towards her and their children. Photo: Areum/Instagram

South Korean singer Areum, a former member of the K-pop girl group T-ara, has been hospitalised following an alleged suicide attempt on the early morning of March 27.

According to South Korean media Osen, Areum, whose full name is Lee Areum, she is currently receiving treatment at a hospital but has yet to regain consciousness.