# Kim Hyang-gi's JTBC Drama 'Fly High, Butterfly' Ends with 1.7% Rating

- URL: https://hallyu-brief.vercel.app/en/news/kim-hyang-gi-fly-high-butterfly-finale-1-d3f236
- Published: 2026-10-19T05:09:38.835Z
- Publisher: Hallyu Brief

> Kim Hyang-gi's drama 'Fly High, Butterfly' closed its run on October 19, 2026 with a nationwide rating of 1.7%, according to Nielsen Korea.

## Key points

1. The finale drew a 1.7% nationwide rating, per Nielsen Korea.
2. Her character forgave the mother who abandoned her 20 years earlier.
3. The 16-episode drama was cut to 10 episodes and aired five years late.

## What happened in the finale?

In the final episode of JTBC's weekend drama, Oh Ki-ppeum, played by Kim Hyang-gi, travels with her partner Park Mu-yeol, played by Park Jung-woo, to find the mother who left her 20 years ago. After years of pain, she decides to let go of the hurt and forgive her. Park Mu-yeol then enlists in the military, while Oh Ki-ppeum keeps their relationship going, and the story closes on a happy note.

## How did the drama perform?

According to Nielsen Korea, the finale recorded a nationwide rating of 1.7%. The series is a low-rated production, but it drew attention for its long road to air.

| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Network | JTBC weekend drama |
| Final rating | 1.7% (nationwide, Nielsen Korea) |
| Episodes | 10 (originally planned as 16) |
| Planned air date | First half of 2021 |
| Actual run | Five years later |

## Why did it take five years to air?

The drama was originally planned for broadcast in the first half of 2021 with 16 episodes. It was later reduced to 10 episodes and finally reached viewers five years after the original target.

## For international fans

Kim Hyang-gi is a South Korean actress who has built a career in film and television for many years. This drama is her lead role in the story of a woman overcoming a painful family past. Viewers outside Korea should check the official JTBC platform or local streaming services for availability.

## FAQ

### What was the final rating of Fly High, Butterfly?

The final episode recorded a nationwide rating of 1.7%, according to Nielsen Korea.

### Why was the drama delayed?

It was originally planned for the first half of 2021 with 16 episodes, but was cut to 10 episodes and aired five years later.

## Sources

- [Yonhap News](https://www.yna.co.kr/view/AKR20261019044100005)

_Written and translated with AI from official announcements and Korean media reports. If something is wrong, please let us know._