Lee Je Hoon Taxi Driver 3 Interview 2026: "Winning Two Grand Prizes Changed Nothing"

He's won the Grand Prize twice, but actor Lee Je Hoon stays grounded. After five years of living as the dark hero Kim Do Gi in the Taxi Driver series, he sat down for an interview on January 19, 2026, to reflect on the conclusion of the show's third season.

Behind the Scenes of Lee Je Hoon Taxi Driver 3 Interview 2026

According to Sports Chosun, the SBS hit Taxi Driver 3 wrapped up on January 10 with a nationwide rating of 13.3%. The series' success earned Lee Je Hoon the Acting Grand Prize in both 2023 and 2025. However, he says the awards haven't changed his approach to acting. "Even without them, I would've watched the finale with the same excitement as any other viewer," he told reporters.

Season 3 wasn't without its challenges. Lee admitted that portraying an idol—complete with girl group choreography—was the hardest part. He practiced twice a week for a month and even cried during the process. Beyond the humor, the season tackled heavy themes like unchecked power and martial law. Lee focused on showing how vital citizen solidarity is when authority oversteps.

Looking Forward: From Vengeance to Romance

Now that Rainbow Transport has parked its taxi, Lee Je Hoon is looking for a change in genre. He hasn't hidden his craving for melodrama and rom-coms, joking that he wants to revive his "drying emotions." After a restful trip to New York where he walked 20,000 steps daily, he's ready for his next chapter—whether that's as a romantic lead or even a villain, inspired by co-stars Jang Na Ra and Yoon Shi Yoon.