Xportsnews reporter Yoon Hyun-ji revealed that Kim Sung-kyu, often called a “master of genres,” will join the cast of SBS’s “Taxi Driver 3.”
Last week, actress Jang Na-ra made a dramatic transformation as the fourth villain in “Taxi Driver 3,” delivering a vicious performance that garnered an explosive response.
The 10th episode of “Taxi Driver 3” achieved a peak viewership rating of 15.4%. It recorded 12.5% in the Seoul Metropolitan Area and 11.9% nationwide, dominating its time slot and ranking as the top mini-series broadcast on Saturday. The 2049 demographic rating peaked at 4.4% with an average of 3.7%, making it the week’s most-watched program and solidifying “Taxi Driver 3″‘s unique presence during the holiday season. (Data provided by Nielsen Korea)
Against this backdrop, a special poster was unveiled, featuring actor Kim Sung-kyu, who will make a special appearance as the fifth villain. Kim Sung-kyu, known for his distinct presence in diverse genres including the “Kingdom” series, “The King of Pigs,” and films like “The Outlaws” and “The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil,” is drawing attention for joining “Taxi Driver 3,” a series celebrated for its compelling villains. Viewers are curious about the synergy he will bring to the show.
The unveiled poster shows Kim Sung-kyu captivating viewers with a mysterious aura. His smooth, combed-back hair, neat attire, and sharp profile, accentuated by metal-framed glasses, exude an inexplicable chill. Questions arise about the expression on his face, which remains shrouded in darkness.
In “Taxi Driver 3,” Kim Sung-kyu portrays Go Jakka, a photographer working on the island of Samheungdo. While he appears to have no connection to crime or wrongdoing, viewers are eager to uncover his secrets, anticipating the shocking revelation of this veiled villain’s true nature in upcoming episodes.
The ‘Taxi Driver 3’ production team stated, “The upcoming episode featuring Kim Sung-kyu is a blockbuster set on the mysterious island of Samheungdo. Alongside Kim Sung-kyu, a master of genres, other actors with powerful charisma and acting skills will appear as villains, elevating the plot’s suspense. The fierce confrontation between the ‘Rainbow Heroes’ and the ‘Samheungdo’ team promises to be an exciting highlight.”
‘Taxi Driver 3’ is scheduled to air on the 26th at 9:50 PM KST on SBS.
