Recently finishing its dazzling run, Taxi Driver 2 achieved the highest-rated series this year so far.
The main hero of the well-loved SBS drama, Lee Je Hoon met with the press people to share stories about Taxi Driver 2.
Portraying taxi driver Kim Do-ki, his other job is to complete revenge on behalf of victims who have been wronged or experienced unfair treatment.
Notably, the series consistently decked impressive viewership ratings, recording an average of 21% nationwide ratings peaking at 25.6%.
Indeed, the phenomenal actor has created “god Do-ki syndrome” and received love and support from the viewers.
Conveying his love for Taxi Driver 2, Lee Je Hoon expressed gratefulness and happiness for the series.
“I was very happy when Season 1 received a lot of love and I was told that there will be a second season. I think I was deeply moved to be able to create a story with the people of Team Rainbow again.“
Scheduled to appear in the film Moral Hazard, he was asked if he wants to do rom-com. he adorably responds with how he wants to do it.
“I really really want to do it. I want to do a romantic comedy or melodrama, but when I’m working on a production, I decide based on the given script. That’s the reason why I’m ending up doing genre dramas.“
Smartly quipping his desire even translated to how passionate he was in the newlyweds’ episode of Taxi Driver 2.
“I feel sorry for myself. Now I think I have to look for or create a work with a little more intention. So, I think I filmed the newlyweds’ episode with more passion.“
On Broadening His Artistry
Lee Je Hoon is expanding his branding not only in his acting projects but also in production and directing.
“I’m constantly thinking and planning. Nevertheless, the most important part is to think about my position as an actor and how I can act well in that work. I am dreaming of producing and directing, and I am gradually recording and building up my history.“
Expectations for a 3rd season are already high, he confessed still wants to do it if he will be given a chance.
“I am full of desire and anticipation. I have not received an official offer. I want to do it, but there are other actors, so it is difficult to say ‘I will do it’. But of course, I want to do it.“
Notably, Lee Je Hoon emphasizes on the messages explored in Taxi Driver 2.
“I want you to think about the feelings of the victims. I want to comfort (through acting) the heartache, pain, and lifelong trauma that can’t be erased, but my hope is that I don’t want those things to happen to avoid being comforted. There are many moments when living in the world is very sad and disheartening. But when I heard that ‘it was resolved and expounded through the drama’, I was grateful to be able to convey the purpose and function of our drama to the viewers.“
Relaying the meaning of Taxi Driver for him, Lee Je Hoon shared how he received so much love and that it will be a significant work for him.
Source: xportsnews
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