MC Dai Nghia burst into tears when he first shaved his head to become a monk.

MC Dai Nghia has just shared about the process of participating in the ordination course to sow karma at Huyen Khong Pagoda (Huong Tra, Hue). On October 26, when he arrived at the pagoda, the male artist and everyone were still strangers to each other.

He believes that everyone has their own reasons for joining the monastic life, but they all boil down to the desire to study and live the life of a monk for 10 days.

Dai Nghia said that when he had his hair cut, he was moved and burst into tears when he saw the first strands of his hair fall. "While using the clippers to push my hair, the monk said:Uncle Nghia's hair is too gray.I replied:But after today there will be no more hair to turn gray.", MC recalled.

MC Dai Nghia shared in a tea talk.

During his days of practicing, Dai Nghia always had new and unprecedented emotions within him. The life of a monk is completely different from that of an MC. Every morning at 3am, he and everyone else wake up to prepare and help each other to read the sutras at 3:45am.

It wasn't until the third day that everyone got completely used to this lifestyle. "I found myself wearing this outfit more comfortable and beautiful than any flashy outfit I've ever worn," he said.

At the end of the retreat, MC Dai Nghia shared his emotions with the monks and the remaining students: "This is the moment when I feel I have a peaceful life. I have learned good things from the monks and fellow practitioners who have been living together during the past days.

After leaving this place and returning to normal life, you will definitely have worries and concerns. But no matter what happens in the future, let's not forget that we had moments like this."

When contacted by VietNamNet, MC Dai Nghia refused to share more. According to him, this is not a PR story. The MC only shares to spread inspiration to those who are interested or have the chance.

Before that, Dai Nghia went to Hue to give 250 gifts to people in Huong Ho ward, Huong Tra district and then participated in a course to become a monk. Singer Anh Duy - a close friend who went with Dai Nghia - said that the whole group was happy for the MC for realizing his long-standing dream.

Singer Anh Duy (left) with MC Dai Nghia.

During the 10-day retreat, Dai Nghia and the other students lived like real monks. His daily life revolved around studying the Dharma, meditating, chanting, Dharma talks, tea talks, etc. He was also not allowed to use the phone.

MC Dai Nghia was born in 1978 and has been a lay Buddhist for many years. He is one of the most sought-after performers in Vietnam. He only spends enough for his personal life, invests in his work, and saves money for charity. The MC's life revolves around volunteer activities across the country.

Dai Nghia once shared with VietNamNet about his intention to become a monk but not having enough fate, he just became a layman. Specifically, at the age of 18, he had to choose between two paths: monkhood and artistry. Because he was an only child, he chose to put aside his original plan.

In daily life, Dai Nghia lives a simple life and has been a vegetarian for 12 years. On his personal page, the MC often shows off delicious homemade vegetarian dishes and occasionally shares vegetarian recipes.