South Korean viewers split over surprise ending of hit K-drama 'Reborn Rich'

Actor Song Joong-ki plays the role of the youngest grandson of the Soonyang empire. Photo: Handout

South Korean viewers had mixed responses over the ending of the hit K-drama Reborn Rich, which departed drastically from the conclusion of the original Web novel of the same title by author San Kyung, from which it was adapted.

The last episode of the 16-part JTBC series starring South Korean actor Song Joong-ki aired on Sunday (Dec 25), with a 26.9% viewership rating, according to ratings firm Nielsen Korea on Monday.