Huong Tram was eliminated from the judge's seat: 'I was shocked and mentally collapsed'
Sharing about being eliminated from the Thao Truong round of The Debut, Huong Tram said that the reason she was chosen by few contestants could be because she was too strict.
In the latest round, The Debut producers introduced a rule that the Oraz (judge) who had the fewest contestants choosing him as a mentor would be eliminated. Huong Tram was only able to convince one contestant and as requested by the crew, she was forced to stop filming in episodes 10 and 11.
The singer will return after the competition ends, but the results are causing controversy on social media, as the judge who was considered the most qualified was unexpectedly eliminated. Some viewers said they would boycott the show.
As for Huong Tram, she said she felt surprised and even had a mental breakdown when the competition not only made it difficult for the contestants but also continuously challenged the Oraz.
Psychological collapse because of the rules of the game- Public opinion is showing indignation when Huong Tram was eliminated in the next round of The Debut. How do you feel when you receive this information?
- I was very surprised, but surprised by the rules of the game, not the result. When we agreed to participate, the producer informed us that this was a reality TV show and the rules would only be announced right before filming.
The program wants to keep the real emotions and reactions of each person. Therefore, no one knows in advance, not even the contestants or Oraz, to avoid psychological preparation, leading to the characters being able to "act".
We were overwhelmed and even mentally broken many times because almost every round was a challenge for Oraz. When we heard the rules that Oraz could have to leave their positions if there were few choices from the contestants, all three of us were shocked.
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| When Huong Tram was eliminated, many viewers thought the competition had lost its appeal. |
- Not only did you have to stop playing, you were also eliminated by Oraz who is younger in both age and career, that is Duc Phuc. The feeling at that time was probably not pleasant?
- The common point of all 3 Oraz is that they always give their best for the contestants when giving comments, however each person has their own direction. If I am too strict about singing technique, Linh (Hoang Thuy Linh) requires thinking and overall.
Phuc often emphasizes the psychological factor from young candidates. He often gives advice on health, how to be polite to adults and when giving professional comments, Phuc's way is also simpler and easier to understand.
Everyone knew the rules of the Oraz race 15 minutes in advance, so no one was mentally prepared to fight each other. We only knew that the message of the show was that each person had to be responsible for dedicating the most to the contestants so that they would choose them, meaning that this race was for the contestants, not for the Oraz to build their image.
When I persuaded, I only had one thought in mind: I really wanted to create value for the candidates I liked. I had followed them from the beginning so I understood their limitations.
-Did you wonder why you only had one candidate while Duc Phuc was chosen by 4 names?
- I am not surprised that there are few choices. I determined that the criteria for the competition must be strict. Most of the contestants are under 20 years old, so they may be hesitant to choose my team.
As for Hoang Phuong, she has a strong voice, a mature style and knows that I have high demands on technique. Unfortunately, she does not understand the rules of the Oraz race, so in the end we do not belong together.
As for Duc Phuc, he is young and maybe the contestants believe that thinking about things at the same age will make it easier to sympathize and understand each other.
Select candidates not based on audience preferences- Before that, you and Duc Phuc had many disagreements on the hot seat. After those times, how was the relationship between you two affected?
- I don't know about Phuc, but I always understand that the difference in thinking of the Oraz is natural, so the program needs us to make sure the contestants receive the most multi-dimensional comments.
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| Huong Tram said her goal is to help young people, not to promote her name. |
-On the hot seat, Huong Tram has caused controversy many times, from her comments being judged as arrogant, to eliminating Tung Duong, or keeping SEAL. How do you accept the mixed reactions from public opinion?
- I am strict, not arrogant. Just ask the contestants and you will know how much Huong Tram cares for them. I have high expectations for you because the program's criteria are both new contestants and those with the potential to create new standards for artists in 2018. I have high expectations because I personally hope that the new generation will not repeat us but will be more civilized and innovative.
I always see them as my future colleagues. Maybe today I am Oraz, they are the contestants, but tomorrow we will stand on the same stage, and they will shine even brighter than me.
Regarding the elimination of contestants, the result is based on the opinions of all 3 Oraz, not my choice. And this is a reality show, each Oraz has to make his choice at that moment without knowing what the other 2 think.
So everyone has to be responsible for making their own judgments that are true to their own thoughts and the program's criteria. The audience may like one person and not like another. Therefore, they may not agree because of Oraz's way of thinking, but simply because the results are to their liking. Therefore, we base our choices on our expertise, not on the audience's preferences.
With Duong, I always appreciate him, I chose SEAL not because Duong was inferior but simply at that time, my actual reaction judged SEAL to be more impressive.
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| The female singer born in 1995 will return to the competition from episode 12. |
- The Debut is currently being criticized for having too many controversies, while the talented contestants are not outstanding. As a judge, what do you think?
- I think the show is really harsh on the contestants and us. Because it is a reality show, there will definitely be unexpected developments, not intentionally creating controversy.
I believe the final result will be worthy and there will be no calculations other than the candidates' abilities.
- Huong Tram sat in the center seat, which was originally reserved for the most powerful and famous judge. Why do you think she got that position instead of the only male Oraz, Duc Phuc, or the earliest debuting singer, Hoang Thuy Linh?
- I see the program is ranking from younger to younger. Just kidding, we don't see any division of power in this competition. The program needs 3 Oraz with their own personal values to help the contestants have the best debut.
Personally, I also understand that it was not easy for me to get to where I am today. I respect myself, know where my position is and must be built on, not just stopping at the present.
