In an interview, Jang Hyuk-jin and Bae Yoo-ram, the 'Chiefs' in the SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'Model Taxi 2', boasted of their improved performance compared to the previous season.
SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama 'Model Taxi 2', which will be aired for the first time on February 17th, is a "society where justice is missing, one phone call is all it takes." The mysterious taxi company Rainbow Transportation and taxi driver Kim Do-gi complete revenge on behalf of wronged victims. It is a private revenge drama. The 'Model Taxi' series, based on the webtoon of the same name, is based on the concept of a taxi driver hunting down villains, and captures everything from dynamic fun to the thrilling catharsis of encouraging good and punishing evil, and ranked 4th in SBS's all-time Friday-Saturday drama viewership ratings.
Jang Hyuk-jin and Bae Yoo-ram played the roles of Chief Choi Kyeong-gu and Park Jin-eon, the engineer duo of 'Rainbow Transportation', and played a great role as MacGyver in Rainbow Dark Heroes. The despicable chemistry between the wild and humorous Choi Joo-im and the naive neighborhood bookmaker Park Joo-im was selected as one of the highlights of the 'Model Taxi' series. In response, Jang Hyuk-jin expressed his gratitude to his loyal viewers, saying, "Maybe it's because so many people watched Season 1 of 'Model Taxi', but more people are looking into it after it airs." Bae Yoo-ram also said, “I am very proud that people are paying more attention to me than before and saying that they are having a lot of fun watching it,” and added, “I feel the greatest reward when the results of the hard work of good actors and staff shine. That is why I am focusing more on season 2.” “I think that’s why I’m filming it,” he said with gratitude, expressing his current status as he is concentrating on filming the final stages of Season 2.
When Jang Hyuk-jin and Bae Yu-ram heard the news about the production of Season 2, they thought, “It’s coming.” Rather, Jang Hyuk-jin said, "It feels like Season 2 started late," and said, "I hope Season 3 will be ready sooner," which made people laugh. Accordingly, Bae Yoo-ram also said, "I had no reason to hesitate about appearing in Season 2. I think it brings greater joy to viewers than other drama genres. Even if it goes to Season 3 and Season 4, I will not hesitate (to appear)." He added warmth by revealing his passionate affection for the ‘Model Taxi’ series.
The two were confident that the acting chemistry and chemistry of the 'Rainbow Luck' team was 'perfect'. Bae Yoo-ram said, “After seeing everyone often for three years, we really feel like a team now. Actor Lee Je-hoon is good at joking around to maintain the energy on set, and in the meantime, he doesn’t lose focus as the lead role. Senior Kim Eui-seong jokes first. “He walks a lot and gets along with us well as a big brother. Although Pyo Ye-jin is the youngest, she is not nervous and accepts funny ad-libs and lines from the actors well. Sometimes, she is like an older sister.” Jang Hyuk-jin also agreed, saying, "Lee Je-hoon's charm is that he is reliable, and Pyo Ye-jin's charm is that he is easy-going. And senior Kim Eui-seong is cute."
As Jang Hyuk-jin and Bae Yu-ram are inseparable in the drama, they expressed their special feelings by revealing that they maintain a sense of solidarity by meeting often in private. Jang Hyuk-jin raised his thumb and said, “Bae Yu-ram is a very sincere friend.” Bae Yu-ram said, “Actor Jang Hyuk-jin has now become like a big brother in my family. I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to Hyuk-jin.” It was revealed that the two people's combination play will become even stronger in Season 2, raising expectations.
'Chiefs' left a greeting to viewers waiting for season 2 along with the viewing points of 'Model Taxi 2'. Jang Hyuk-jin said, "It has changed more than the previous film. You can see that the action has become stronger. Please enjoy it. I am confident that I will reward you with as much fun as you have waited. I made it fun, so please enjoy it." threw it Bae Yoo-ram also said, "It is more wild and exciting than season 1. It is well mixed without missing the fun and emotion. In particular, you can really look forward to the performance of 'Chief'." He continued, "Season 2 is finally starting, and you will be really satisfied. I hope that with your interest and love, we will be able to run beyond Season 2 and into Season 3." He added, "Please look forward to the first broadcast. I am also a viewer. He expressed his excitement by saying, “I want to meet people quickly,” raising expectations for “Model Taxi 2,” which will soon be unveiled.
Kim Ji-won, Ten Asia reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr