The 'Queens of Tears' of Contemporary Vietnamese Cinema
From Phuong Anh Dao to Kaity Nguyen, four new-generation actresses are winning over Vietnamese audiences with their ability to portray inner emotions and deliver truly heartfelt crying scenes.
Phuong Anh Dao: Silent tears and surging inner strength
Born in 1992, Phuong Anh Dao has established herself in the Vietnamese film industry through many impressive roles. A major turning point in her career was her role as Mai in Tran Thanh's film of the same name, which propelled her to A-list stardom. A special characteristic of Phuong Anh Dao's acting, especially in tragic scenes, is her ability to let emotions flow naturally, without shouting or exaggeration.
In the movieTomorrowThe crying scene at the end was considered by critics to be one of the most poignant moments, with her teary eyes conveying both fragility and intense emotion. Prior to that, her role inClose your eyes and you'll see summer.(2017) earned her the Best Actress award at the 5th Hanoi International Film Festival. In this film, she portrays loneliness and longing for her father through silent tears, without dialogue, yet still powerful enough to move the audience.
Uyen An: Simple beauty and genuine emotions
Huynh Uyen An, born in 1999, is Tran Thanh's younger sister and is gradually proving her talent. With two films that achieved record-breaking box office revenue...Mrs. Nu's house(2023) andTomorrow(2024), Uyen An achieved an impressive feat when the works she participated in had a total revenue exceeding 1 trillion VND. Uyen An's strength lies in her soft, natural acting style and expressive eyes.
She brings a natural, relatable quality to her characters, yet remains sharp enough to leave a lasting impression on the big screen. Her ability to express emotions authentically allows her to easily connect with the audience. Beyond acting, Uyển Ân is also gaining increasing attention thanks to her improved beauty and elegant, sensual fashion style.
Phuong Oanh: Dedicated to her roles and moved by emotional tears.
Originally a model, Phuong Oanh (born in 1989) has had a successful acting career with many diverse roles in television dramas such asQuynh the doll,Against the Flow of Tears, and especiallyThe taste of family loveThe role of Phuong Nam inThe taste of family loveIt is considered the longest and most successful role of her career.
Phuong Oanh demonstrated professionalism and dedication to her art by readily gaining 7-8kg to suit the image of a kind and generous character. This deep commitment led her to shed tears during an interview after the film ended, admitting that the role of Phuong Nam was an unforgettable memory in her career.
Kaity Nguyen: Maturity and Emotional Depth
Start your career with this film.I'm not 18 yet.Kaity Nguyen quickly proved she wasn't just a passing phenomenon. She consistently challenged herself with complex roles in quality film projects such asBlood Moon Party,The old lady has many tricks V, andThe last wifeThis demonstrates her versatility and willingness to take on challenges in her script choices.
Kaity Nguyen's strength lies in her ability to naturally transition between emotions, especially in crying scenes that require subtlety. She avoids exaggerated acting and chooses to portray pain authentically, touching the hearts of the audience. With her bright appearance and increasingly mature acting talent, Kaity Nguyen is considered one of the most promising faces in Vietnamese cinema today.
