Kim Eui-sung’s Secret to a 15-Year Relationship Revealed on 'My Ugly Duckling'? "I Just Play Dead and Stay Still..." (The Taxi Driver Crew's Genuine Bond)

In today's chaotic world, dating one person for 15 years is quite an impressive feat. Especially when that person is an actor with two divorces under his belt. On tonight's (15th) episode of the entertainment program , the star, actor Kim Eui-sung, poured out his honest feelings about his love life. The show, featuring the entire 'best friend' lineup from 'The Taxi Driver,' filled living rooms with laughter and emotion.

"When You Get Married, Hyung-nim Should Officiate..." What Was Kim Eui-sung's Answer to Lee Je-hoon's Direct Question?

Kim Eui-sung is the reliable CEO of Rainbow Transport in the drama and a senior actor who cares for his juniors in real life. On this day's broadcast, Lee Je-hoon started by saying, "Yu-ram needs to find a partner soon," before playfully adding, "But hyung, you're in a hurry too," causing an uproar in the studio. Lee Je-hoon then threw a direct question at Kim Eui-sung: "Later, when Bae Yu-ram gets married, we need you to officiate the wedding."

As everyone's attention focused on him, Kim Eui-sung calmly dropped one line: "But I've been divorced twice..." A brief silence followed, then erupted into laughter. With that one line, he perfectly showcased the charm of 'human Kim Eui-sung,' encapsulating life's joys and sorrows. But this wasn't just a joke. He honestly confessed that, having overcome the pain of two failed marriages, he has been in a serious relationship with his current partner for 15 years.

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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 means it's already a long-term relationship well over a decade. When Bae Yu-ram asked, "What's the secret to a long-term relationship?" he paused for thought, took a sip of water, and then joked.

"Well... maybe the secret is 'just play dead and stay still'? You just have to endure somehow."

His witty joke revealed deep trust and affection for his partner who has been by his side for so long. Talking about dating in middle age, he said, "When you meet someone later in life, you both already know the things that aren't worth fighting over. The wasteful emotional battles you have when you're young decrease," resonating deeply with viewers who have had similar experiences.

"It's Inconvenient When You're Sick"... Reasons for Not Marrying vs. His Changed Views on Marriage

He also honestly discussed why, despite being in a relationship for 15 years, they haven't become legally married. Kim Eui-sung confessed, "I once argued with my girlfriend about not getting married. She wanted to build a nice family," revealing their clear difference in立场.

However, as time passed, his thoughts began to change. He honestly shared, "As you get older, certain needs arise. When you're sick or something, it can get inconvenient, so I'm considering [legally registering]." Although he was skeptical of the institution of marriage due to two failures, he's now starting to consider his responsibility towards his partner as a life companion and the practical necessities.

'The Taxi Driver' Crew's Genuine Bond, Including Season 3 Behind-the-Scenes

Beyond the love talk, the broadcast also highlighted the genuine bond of the 'The Taxi Driver' team. The actors shared episodes accumulated while working together on Season 3.

• Lee Je-hoon caused chaos with bombshell remarks like, "I'm in a hurry to get married too," and "If celebrity 'Transit Love' isn't an option, I'll just go on 'I Am SOLO'."
• Pyo Ye-jin and Jang Hyuk-jin showcased their unwavering chemistry even after reuniting, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from the drama filming.
• In particular, Kim Eui-sung hinted at a new side of CEO Jang Seong-cheol in Season 3, raising viewers' expectations. He recently stated in an interview with a media outlet, "No one will be able to imagine the final episode of Season 3."

Debuting as a theater actor in 1987 with a unique background as a Seoul National University business graduate, Kim Eui-sung is a representative Korean 'ten-million actor' who has shined in numerous works including 'Train to Busan', 'W', '1987', 'Extreme Job', and '12.12: The Day'. On screen, he's a 'chameleon' who handles roles from villains to authority figures, but on today's , he was simply a 60-year-old, boyish lover devoted to one woman, and a reliable senior figure instilling trust in his juniors.

Kim Eui-sung, now contemplating marriage after a 15-year long-term relationship. What his choice will be, and what stories CEO Jang Seong-cheol will bring us in 'The Taxi Driver 3'—all eyes are on what's next.