The ups and downs of the lives of the cast of 'Saigon Commando' after 39 years.

Saigon CommandosThe four-part series (The Rendezvous, Silence, The Storm, Giving Back Her Name) was broadcast in 1986. Directed by Long Vân, the film recreates the prominent events of the Saigon commando forces during the war for the liberation of South Vietnam and the reunification of the country.

At the time, the film was a highlight of Vietnamese cinema, setting box office records and bringing the names of many artists such as Quang Thai, Thuy An, Thuong Tin, Ha Xuyen, Hai Nhat, Thanh Loan… closer to the public. More than four decades have passed, and the lives of the cast members have also undergone many changes.

Thuong Tin is struggling to make ends meet in his old age.

InSaigon CommandosThuong Tin played the role of Sau Tam - a handsome and courageous soldier. This role helped the actor win the hearts of many viewers. This is also considered a defining role in Thuong Tin's career.

He once recounted that when "Saigon Commando" was first screened in Hanoi, all six of the capital's largest cinemas were packed with people, so much so that the doors were kicked down."Never in my life have I seen cinema have such power."Thuong Tin said.

During his heyday, Thuong Tin was also the most sought-after name on screen, setting a record as the male actor who starred in the most feature films in a single year. However, Thuong Tin's career plummeted due to his gambling addiction.

In February 2021, Thuong Tin suffered a stroke but was rushed to the hospital in time. He received a large sum of money from donations and support from his fans. However, this money did not significantly improve the actor's life. For a time, Thuong Tin rented a house in Ho Chi Minh City and worked as a delivery driver, but he quit due to health reasons.

Over the years, artist Thuong Tin has suffered both in health and finances. The actor once received support from musician To Hieu, including assistance with accommodation and connections to singing gigs. However, To Hieu decided to stop helping after Thuong Tin accused his junior colleague of withholding his performance fees.

He later returned to his hometown of Phan Rang, where life became more difficult than before, and he repeatedly sought help from To Hieu.

In October 2024, Thuong Tin was involved in a motorcycle accident. He was then taken to the hospital by bystanders for emergency treatment. Since then, his condition has worsened, making it difficult for him to walk.

Currently, Thuong Tin's health is deteriorating. The actor has lost the ability to walk and has to use a wheelchair or be carried. According to doctors, his right kneecap is fractured in two and cannot be restored. His left leg has severe knee arthritis and requires long-term medication. This has caused everyone to feel sorry and worried for the once-handsome actor.

Meritorious Artist Thanh Loan has a fulfilling life.

Playing the role of nun Huyền Trang in the film Saigon Commando, Meritorious Artist Thanh Loan had to sacrifice her long hair for the audience. This was also the last role in the actress's acting career.

She chose to gradually disappear from the screen, explaining that she was "afraid that no role could surpass that of the nun Huyền Trang."

Following the film's success, she transitioned to directing documentaries before retiring with the rank of Colonel. Meritorious Artist Thanh Loan married at the age of 23 to a man who was a Doctor of Science in Information Technology, ten years her senior. For a time, she studied directing and served as the Head of the Police Film Association.

At 74 years old, Meritorious Artist Thanh Loan lives peacefully and happily with her children and grandchildren in Hanoi. After retirement, she dedicates much of her time to her grandchildren, practices yoga, and engages in charitable work.

Meritorious Artist Ha Xuyen lives peacefully after divorce.

InSaigon CommandosMeritorious Artist Ha Xuyen played the role of Ngoc Mai, a brave intelligence officer with the codename Z20. Ngoc Mai disguised herself as the wife of the intelligence chief to deceive the authorities at the time. The character impressed viewers with her stunning, elegant beauty and her strong, courageous personality. Prior to this, she had already made an impression through the film...Far and nearShe played the role of Ha, a very simple engineer from Hanoi.

Upon receiving the role from director Long Vân, Hà Xuyên was worried because the character and she didn't seem to fit together at all. She read a lot of literature to form the character's personality in her mind.

After the movieSaigon CommandosArtist Ha Xuyen participated in several films before transferring to work at the Vietnam Film Art and Archive Center. She was awarded the title of Meritorious Artist in 2001.

Beautiful and talented, yet she had a difficult love life. Meritorious Artist Ha Xuyen married at the age of 20 to her then-conductor of the Thai Binh Song and Dance Troupe, and had two children, a son and a daughter. After the divorce, she became a single mother.

In her later years, Meritorious Artist Ha Xuyen says her joy comes from meeting friends, occasionally participating in television shows, and doing charity work.

"My joy is seeing my children grow up and become successful. My children live separately, and the family gets together on weekends. I have a pension, so my income is enough to live comfortably."The artist said.

Meritorious Artist Hai Nhất overcomes the brink of death after suffering a stroke.

Meritorious Artist Hai Nhất first rose to fame with his villainous role as Ba Cẩn in the film "Saigon Commando". Following the film's success, he participated in many other works such asThe Owl's Cry, The Masked Man, The Gangster's Daughter, The Cold-Blooded Night Robber Crossing the Border.His artistic career was intertwined with a series of notorious villainous roles.

Later, he maintained his passion for film, winning the Best Leading Actor award at the 2011 National Television Festival for his role as Bay Xoai, a notorious gangster.The children of the Saigon commandos.

In the programHappy memories,People's Artist Hong Van once revealed:"Brother Hai Nhat is very rich in real life, a big boss, but because he plays villains so convincingly, we're afraid to approach him."

Meritorious Artist Hai Nhất has seven children, including actor Thành Đạt, who followed in his father's footsteps. In recent years, due to his advanced age and declining health, he has acted in fewer films, only accepting suitable scripts and shifting to business. His most recent work was a crime drama.Fire records,It aired on television in 2017.

In October 2023, the male artist unexpectedly suffered a stroke, but his family rushed him to the hospital in time, so he fortunately survived the critical condition. Prior to that, he had a history of high blood pressure, cardiovascular symptoms, and recently was diagnosed with lung disease.

In 2024, the artist was hospitalized again due to a stroke, but fortunately survived. Afterward, he was rushed to the emergency room for acute enteritis. Having overcome this near-death experience, the artist strives to maintain a positive attitude and live happily with his children and grandchildren.

Artist Aly Dũng lived a miserable life before his death.

Aly Dũng played the role of a soldier in the Saigon Commando series. The actor is of mixed Vietnamese and Saudi Arabian ancestry. He has participated in many famous theater troupes such asCuu Long Giang, Kim Cuong, Bach Lan, Vui Theater Troupeand they've taken on many different types of roles, but only supporting roles.

Despite nearly 50 years in the arts, his life has been filled with many ups and downs. In his twilight years, Aly Dũng lives alone in a 9m2 apartment in Ho Chi Minh City.

Despite facing numerous hardships, he still cherished his love for art. He frequently performed to earn money to support himself. The actor said that even though he only received a fee of 200-300 thousand dong, he felt happy because "there was some income coming in."

In addition, he writes scripts and runs acting classes for young people who cannot afford formal training. Despite his precarious life, he hopes to dedicate himself to his profession until the end of his days.

Regarding his personal life, Aly Dung admitted to having experienced many heartbreaks in his relationships. At the age of 68, the actor married a woman. He had hoped this would be his last love, however, they only stayed together for about two years before breaking up.

In December 2023, Aly Dung passed away at the age of 73 due to leukemia.