Lee Je-hoon Delivers Thrilling Revenge in 'Taxi Driver 3' as Yun Si-yun Returns to Drama

Lee Je-hoon masterfully orchestrates a thrilling revenge against the 'used car villain' Yun Si-yun and his gang in the latest episode of 'Taxi Driver 3'. Actor Yun Si-yun, returning to the drama scene after a language study hiatus, captivates viewers with his performance.

In the fourth episode of SBS's Friday-Saturday drama 'Taxi Driver 3', aired on the 29th at 9:50 PM, Kim Do-gi (played by Lee Je-hoon) and the 'Rainbow Heroes' deliver a satisfying payback to 'Noblesse' and its representative Cha Byung-jin (played by Yun Si-yun for their used car crimes.

The episode achieved a peak viewership rating of 15.4%, with 12.6% in the metropolitan area and 11.6% nationwide, securing the top spot in its time slot. It also ranked first among Saturday mini-series and weekly mini-series dramas. This marks the first time the show has reached double-digit ratings since its premiere on the 21st. Additionally, it topped the 2049 demographic ratings with an average of 4.2%, peaking at 4.91%, showcasing its dominance across all channels in November.

The 'Rainbow Heroes' are shocked to discover that the used car purchased from Cha Byung-jin's gang was a flood-damaged vehicle slated for scrapping. Noblesse had been profiting by selling these cars, which lacked insurance, after superficially repairing them. Unaware customers ended up with ticking time bombs on the road. Cha Byung-jin's callousness is highlighted as he focuses on profit even during flood disaster news. In response, Do-gi tracks down the scrapyard dealing with Cha Byung-jin and ensures that all flood-damaged cars are deregistered, preventing them from entering the market.

Do-gi, under the alias 'Hogu Do-gi', embarks on a full-scale revenge mission. To attract Cha Byung-jin's attention, he buys numerous vehicles from used car lots, paying in cash and even towing them. Suspicious of Do-gi's actions, Cha Byung-jin's gang follows him and witnesses him returning car keys for cash, heightening their suspicions.

Cha Byung-jin's gang kidnaps Do-gi to uncover his intentions. Do-gi deceives them by claiming a wealthy backer is buying used cars and paying him a 10% commission. He even presents a fake contract for 100 cars, convincing Cha Byung-jin of a lucrative opportunity. Eager to offload flood-damaged cars, Cha Byung-jin ramps up his inventory.

This was all part of the 'Rainbow Heroes' trap. Go-eun (played by Pyo Ye-jin) deliberately leaks information about 'Rainbow Transport' suffering massive flood damage, luring Cha Byung-jin into buying their vehicles. CEO Jang (played by Kim Eui-sung) convincingly poses as a bankrupt taxi company owner, completing the sale of flood-damaged cars. As soon as the deal is sealed, they turn the tables on Cha Byung-jin, demanding an additional 500 million won with a fraudulent contract. Kim Do-gi physically subdues Cha Byung-jin's gang when they protest.

The 'final showdown' between the 'Rainbow Heroes' and Cha Byung-jin's gang unfolds. Cha Byung-jin gathers thugs driving supercars to chase Do-gi, leading to an exhilarating car chase. However, this was another ploy to reclaim the supercars. The 'Rainbow Heroes' trap Cha Byung-jin and his gang in an underground parking lot, and Do-gi takes them down with his bare hands. Finally, Do-gi forces Cha Byung-jin's gang into flood-damaged cars, giving them a taste of their own medicine.

As the episode concludes with a satisfying revenge against the inhumane used car villains, a mysterious man appears, heightening tension. Spotted in a watch repair shop, he crumples a 'Rainbow Taxi' sticker in anger, vowing revenge, leaving viewers eager to see what challenges await the 'Rainbow Heroes'.

Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr