So Ji-sub's 'Manager Kim' finale impressions... Final episode turnaround and highest rating of 23.1% recorded

SBS Friday-Saturday drama ’Chief Kim’ concluded with its final episode on the 25th. So Ji-sub played the role of Chief Kim, leaving a strong impression until the very end. In the drama’s finale, Chief Kim struggled to save the children of his friends, who were taken hostage by Joo Kang-chan (Joo Sang-wook) as part of a scheme, after a fierce battle with Sung Han-soo (Choi Dae-hoon) and Park Jin-chul (Yoon Kyung-ho). Even in the face of a desperate crisis, Chief Kim joined forces with his colleagues to launch a surprise attack on Joo Kang-chan, turning the situation around and ultimately bringing down Joo Kang-chan and Joo Hak Construction. Afterwards, he returned to an ordinary life with his daughter Kim Min-ji (Seo Soo-min), ending on a happy note. So Ji-sub completed a multi-dimensional character through his solid action performance and bromance with Choi Dae-hoon and Yoon Kyung-ho. He left a deep impression on viewers by simultaneously showcasing impactful action, delicate emotional expression, the paternal love of an ordinary father, and the charisma of a former agent. ’Chief Kim’ recorded a peak nationwide household rating of 23.1% according to Nielsen Korea, breaking its own highest ratings each episode and ranking first in mini-series ratings for 2026. It also received enthusiastic responses from domestic and international viewers by holding the number one spot globally for three consecutive weeks in the Netflix non-English TV show category. So Ji-sub shared his thoughts on the series finale through his agency 51k: ″’Chief Kim’ is a work completed through the passion and effort of many people. I sincerely thank the director, the writer, and all the staff who quietly supported the set even in cold weather. I believe that the current ’Chief Kim’ was made possible thanks to the hard work of the staff who worked harder than anyone else behind the scenes. I also sincerely thank the actors who shared great chemistry with me every moment; it was a great honor to work together.″ He added, ″Above all, I sincerely thank the viewers who loved ’Chief Kim’ and stayed with us until the end. I will cherish the support you have given me for a long time and repay you with even better works in the future.″