Kim Eui-sung's Secret To A 15-Year Relationship Revealed On 'My Ugly Duckling'? "I Just Play Dead And Stay Still..." (The Taxidriver Chemistry)

In today's fast-paced world, staying in a relationship with the same person for 15 years is no small feat. Even more so when that person is an actor who has been through two divorces. On tonight's (15th) episode of the variety show , the spotlight was on actor Kim Eui-sung as he opened up about his love life. The episode, featuring the tight-knit cast of 'Taxidriver', brought both laughter and heartfelt moments to viewers at home.

"If you get married, hyung-nim should officiate..." Lee Je-hoon's blunt question and Kim Eui-sung's reply?

Kim Eui-sung, the reliable head of Rainbow Transport in the drama and a senior who genuinely cares for his juniors in real life. During the broadcast, Lee Je-hoon started the conversation, saying, "Yoo-ram needs to find a partner soon." He then cheekily added, "But hyung, you're in a hurry too," causing laughter in the studio. Lee Je-hoon then threw a blunt question at Kim Eui-sung: "When Yoo-ram gets married, you should officiate the wedding, hyung-nim."

As all eyes turned to him, Kim Eui-sung casually dropped a bombshell: "But I've been divorced twice..." There was a moment of silence, followed by an explosion of laughter. With that one line, he perfectly showcased his charm, capturing life's joys and sorrows as the relatable 'human Kim Eui-sung'. But it wasn't just a joke. It was a candid admission that despite the pain of two failed marriages, he has been in a serious relationship for the past 15 years.

Twice-divorced Kim Eui-sung reveals #15-YearRelationship #2YearsYounger #SecretToLongRelationship

Kim Eui-sung revealed that his girlfriend is a non-celebrity two years his junior. He surprised everyone by saying, "I met my girlfriend when I was Lee Je-hoon's current age." That makes it a long-term relationship of well over a decade. When Bae Yoo-ram asked, "What's the secret to a long relationship?" he paused for a moment, took a sip of water, and then quipped.

"Well... maybe the secret is to 'just play dead and stay still'. You just have to endure it, no matter what."

Hidden within his playful joke was a deep sense of trust and affection for the partner who has stayed by his side for so long. Talking about dating at an older age, he shared, "When you meet someone later in life, you both know that most arguments over small things have already been fought before. You avoid the kind of draining emotional fights you have when you're younger," earning deep empathy from viewers who could relate.

"The inconvenience of being sick"... Why he hasn't remarried vs. his changing views on marriage

He also candidly discussed why, despite dating for 15 years, they haven't legally tied the knot. Kim Eui-sung shared, "I've had arguments with my girlfriend about not getting married. She wanted to build a good family," highlighting their clear difference in perspective.

However, as time has passed, his thoughts have gradually begun to shift. He honestly admitted, "As you get older, you start to need certain things. Things can get inconvenient when you're sick or unwell, so I'm actually considering (legally registering the marriage)." Although he was once skeptical about the institution of marriage due to his two failed ones, he's now contemplating the responsibility and practical needs that come with having a life partner.

The 'Taxidriver' BFF Chemistry, Plus Season 3 Behind-the-Scenes

Beyond the dating talk, the episode highlighted the genuine chemistry of the 'Taxidriver' team. The actors shared anecdotes from filming Season 3 together.

• Lee Je-hoon brought the house down with bombshell comments like "I'm in a hurry to get married too" and "If celebrity 'Transit Love' isn't an option, maybe I should just go on 'I Am Solo'."
• Pyo Ye-jin, Jang Hyuk-jin and others showed their unwavering camaraderie even after some time apart, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from the drama shoot.
• Kim Eui-sung particularly teased a new side to CEO Jang Sung-chul in Season 3, heightening viewer anticipation. In a recent interview with a media outlet, he confidently stated, "The final episode of Season 3 will be something no one can imagine."

Debuting as a theatre actor in 1987, Kim Eui-sung, with his unique background as a Seoul National University business administration graduate, has shone in numerous films including 'Train to Busan', 'W', '1987', 'Extreme Job', and '12.12: The Day', cementing his status as a top Korean actor. On screen, he's a 'chameleon' who can play anything from villains to authority figures, but on today's , he was simply a 60-year-old man devoted to one woman, and a reliable older brother figure to his juniors.

After a 15-year-long relationship, Kim Eui-sung is now contemplating marriage. What will his choice be, and what new stories will CEO Jang Sung-chul bring us in 'Taxidriver 3'? All eyes are on what's next.