Bad Hair Days And Bigger Feelings — “Fly High Butterfly” Introduces Its Wonderfully Quirky Salon Crew

Ever walked into a salon and had the stylist accidentally read your whole life story off your split ends? JTBC’s upcoming drama “Fly High Butterfly” is about to take that feeling and turn it into a full series — and the newly released character teaser proves this hair salon crew is anything but ordinary.

Set inside a hair salon where customers come seeking more than just a new look, the show follows a team of hairstylists and interns whose personalities are as distinct as their client base.

Meet The Fly High Butterfly Crew

Fly High Butterfly: More Than Just A Haircut

What makes this premise stand out is its emotional angle. Michelle, the salon’s owner, genuinely believes a hairstylist’s job goes beyond hair — she’s constantly pulled into clients’ personal drama, asking things like whether a dramatic in-law really exists or how long someone’s been dating. It’s a workplace comedy built on the idea that a salon chair is basically a confession booth with better lighting.

Meanwhile, Gi Peum’s unsettling gloom (so intense it apparently makes children cry) sets up an intriguing character arc — one that hints at real transformation as the series unfolds.

This kind of ensemble workplace storytelling, centered on everyday spaces that double as emotional support systems, has become a growing trend across K-dramas. You can read more about how the hairdressing profession itself has evolved as a cultural touchstone on Wikipedia’s hairdresser page.

When To Tune In

“Fly High Butterfly” premieres September 19 at 10:40 p.m. KST on JTBC. While you wait, Kim Hyang Gi is currently in “Moment of 18” and Choi Daniel can be seen in “Yumi’s Cells 3,” both streaming on Viki.

For more K-drama previews and cast reveals, check out our entertainment section on TechnoSports.

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