Famous Vietnamese stars of the 1990s: Then and now.
Although they once dominated the Vietnamese screen, the real lives of these beautiful actresses and actors were all different; some achieved glory, while others met with misfortune.
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| Ly Hung: After the decline of "instant noodle" films, Ly Hung switched to singing but wasn't highly regarded. At 46, Ly Hung frequently appears in long-running television series. His performances in films like "White Dollar," "Tay Son Heroes," and "Returning to Thang Long" have been well-received and supported by audiences. Recently, he shared that he had to have 9 stitches and was severely beaten by his father for his first role: a notorious bandit leader in the North Central region named Truong Soi in the hit film "The Man Without a Surname" directed by Long Van. |
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| He has had great on-screen chemistry with actresses such as Diem Huong, Mong Van, Y Phung, Hong Van, Thu Ha, and Viet Trinh... However, even at the age of 49, the actor remains single. Ly Hung currently lives in a three-story villa with separate rooms, sharing it with his parents and siblings. Ly Hung confided: "Life is always changing, but my personality hasn't changed much. After performing, I rarely hang out at cafes or restaurants with friends; what I enjoy most is going home and chatting with my parents." |
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| Thu HaAs one of the few beauties especially beloved by audiences in the 1990s, the actress, born in 1969, possesses a gentle and delicate beauty. Thu Ha began pursuing her artistic dreams at the age of 17. With her radiant appearance, the actress was cast in roles of high social standing, such as the daughter of a prefect in the film "Jade Leaf, Golden Branch" or the princess in "Long Tri Night Festival". It was the film "Jade Leaf, Golden Branch" that transformed the 20-year-old girl into a star of the Northern Vietnamese film industry. |
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| Following the success of the film, Thu Ha participated in many television dramas but did not leave a lasting impression. However, she still holds a special place in the hearts of the audience. In 2008, Thu Ha was honored with the "Best Actress" award for the long-running television series "Duong Doi" (Life's Path) at the Vietnam Television Film Festival. |
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| However, like many other beautiful actresses, Thu Ha's love life has also been turbulent, having gone through two marriages. After a troubled first marriage, Thu Ha is now happily married to a businessman 15 years her senior, who had also experienced a failed relationship. Thu Ha has now withdrawn from the spotlight to focus on her family and participate in theater activities. In 2015, Thu Ha declined the title of People's Artist. She shared: "I want to be awarded the title of People's Artist when I feel I truly deserve it." Currently, nearing 50, the beauty of Vietnamese cinema still maintains her youthful and beautiful appearance. |
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| Le Tuan AnhAs one of the three famous male actors of the 1990s, along with Ly Hung and Le Cong Tuan Anh, Le Tuan Anh impressed with his adventurous roles portraying a devious "playboy." Leaving home at 17 to become independent, Le Tuan Anh worked various jobs, from construction labor to selling sugarcane juice. He enrolled in the acting department and graduated from the College of Theater in 1989. Le Tuan Anh was very fortunate to be cast as Thai Salem in Le Hoang Hoa's film "Wanted," co-starring with Viet Trinh. This role quickly propelled the actor to fame. He revealed that, at that time, some films he acted in earned him up to 30 million dong in fees. |
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| During the heyday of Le Tuan Anh, audiences also knew about his relationship with singer Phuong Thao. After living together for a short time, they quietly parted ways. Following the breakup, the actor returned to his first love, People's Artist Hong Van. Currently, he dedicates all his time to taking care of his family and his business. |
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| The artist couple at their daughter's recent wedding. After years of facing hardships, heartbreaks, and youthful mistakes, Hong Van and Le Tuan Anh finally found each other. Although they faced pressure from public opinion, friends who witnessed their relationship understood that their decision to get married was entirely right and well-founded. Last year, on their 14th wedding anniversary, Hong Van was asked about the secret to maintaining a happy marriage, and she shared: "I don't have any secrets. I believe that a happy family is one where all members live wholeheartedly for each other. I love my husband and children with all my heart, loving them completely and living life to the fullest." |
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| Viet TrinhWith her beautiful face and charming, captivating acting style, Viet Trinh became a sensational movie star in theaters at the time. In 1988, she began appearing in films while still a student at the Hanoi Academy of Theatre and Film, initially as a popular calendar model. Her name attracted immense attention everywhere. Information about her was always a hot topic and spread rapidly. Viet Trinh's image was ubiquitous, present in every household during that period. Once one of the leading stars of Vietnamese cinema in the 1990s, Viet Trinh was surrounded by successful and influential men. During the era of low-budget, fast-food films nearly 30 years ago, Ly Hung and Viet Trinh were also a beloved on-screen couple. |
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| However, Viet Trinh is also an unfortunate beauty in love, having gone through quite a few ups and downs. After a series of romantic troubles, Viet Trinh withdrew from the spotlight and lived in seclusion with her son in Binh Duong. Regarding her son, the actress only revealed that his name is Thien Nhan – a very active and obedient child. She also doesn't publicly share photos of her son like many other celebrities. |
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| Now, having weathered the ups and downs of life and overcome the harsh public opinion following her two tumultuous relationships with wealthy men, Viet Trinh has quietly and calmly reappeared as a director and frequently participates in charity work. Recently, she surprised many by announcing she would remain single for life after the emotional turmoil she experienced. At 46, Viet Trinh still maintains her youthful beauty. She occasionally accepts modeling gigs and participates in some television game shows. |
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| Diem HuongDiễm Hương, born in 1970, was a prominent actress in the 1990s. Along with Lý Hùng, Lê Công Tuấn Anh, and Việt Trinh, she became one of the most sought-after faces in the entertainment industry at that time. During that period, any director wanting a hit film had to rely on Diễm Hương's name. Audiences always remember her as a flawless beauty with exceptional talent. She rose to fame through films such as: The Deputy Minister's Daughter, Distant Love, Student's Tears, Love of a Bygone Era, Phạm Công Cúc Hoa... At that time, Diễm Hương was like a princess adored by thousands of young men. |
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| Diem Huong was quite meticulous among the famous stars of the "instant noodle" film genre. Throughout her peak career, despite being surrounded by many suitors, she remained unmoved by anyone. In the mid-1990s, she became the subject of much discussion when she became involved in a relationship with a con artist – a Vietnamese expatriate named Juan Minh. This incident left a deep wound in Diem Huong's life. |
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| After the unfortunate incident, Diem Huong met a man 18 years older than her and moved to Canada with him. However, she did not hold a wedding ceremony and has not shared any information about her private life. Currently, Diem Huong dedicates all her time to taking care of her husband and four children. At 48 years old, the actress still maintains her graceful and gentle appearance. |
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Le Cong Tuan AnhWith his gentle, scholarly face and melancholic eyes, Le Cong Tuan Anh possesses a unique charm. Born in 1967, he is known as one of the most outstanding and famous actors in Vietnamese cinema of the 1990s. His most famous role was Quang "Don Quixote" in the film "The Bitter Taste of Love." This debut role propelled Tuan Anh to stardom, making him a new idol for young people in the 1990s. His subsequent roles in films such as "A Fierce Childhood," "Do You Still Remember or Have You Forgotten," "I Only Have You," "Why Is Phuong Still Sad," "Sweet and Deceitful," etc., were all enthusiastically received by audiences. |
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| Despite achieving early success in his career, Le Cong Tuan Anh faced numerous hardships in both his personal and romantic life. The actor grew up with a bitter childhood; after his parents divorced, he lived with his mother for a time before being abandoned. To make ends meet, he worked various jobs, from selling newspapers and shining shoes to begging. On October 17, 1996, the Vietnamese public was shocked and stunned to hear the news of Le Cong Tuan Anh's suicide. The cause of death was believed to be sleeping pills. Many believe that the shock of breaking up with a deeply committed lover led the actor to end his life at the young age of 29. |
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| Y Phụng had a four-year relationship with Lý Hùng. The actor revealed that he loved Y Phụng's straightforwardness and considered her his ideal partner. However, she always denied the relationship. After the decline of the "instant noodle" film genre, Y Phụng moved to the United States. She occasionally appeared on overseas stages. In 2012, she revealed that she had divorced her husband after seven years of marriage. |
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| Over the years, Ly Hung's ex-girlfriend still possesses a timeless beauty and a stunning figure. In late October 2016, Y Phung married for the second time and shared that she was ready to be a wife and mother. She gave birth to her first child at the age of 40. Y Phung is currently living a happy and fulfilling life with her second husband in the US and their little princess. |
