The queen of villainous roles once suffered from depression due to traumatic events and was threatened with violence by viewers.

Ly Na Trang was born in 1991 in An Giang province and is of Khmer ethnicity. She has been active in the arts for many years, making her mark through the following films:The Eight Trigrams Formation, The Golden Rose Code, The Crime Files, Wind Chimes...The actor, who has been nominated for the Mai Vàng and Golden Kite awards, is considered to possess diverse acting skills.

In recent days, Ly Na Trang and her family have been celebrating the traditional Chol Chnam Thmay New Year – a special holiday for the ethnic group. The actress shared that this is not only a time for family reunions but also a time for everyone to reconnect with their roots and ethnic culture.

Every time she gets to wear traditional clothing and hear the drums, music, and singing, Ly Na Trang feels energized and reminded of why she must never forget her roots.

Stress and emotional distress due to being insulted by the audience.

Ly Na Trang vividly remembers her childhood self – a dark-skinned, shy Khmer girl from a remote area who often went barefoot. Back then, her accent was rustic, her hair was sun-bleached, and she lacked confidence in front of crowds.

She showed early talent and passion for films, often imagining herself "acting" in front of the mirror, but never thought she would one day become an actress.

Growing up, the path to art seemed destined for Ly Na Trang. She carried with her her inner world—memories, hardships, and a burning desire to overcome adversity…

Having acted in films for over 10 years, the actress specializes in playing villainous roles with sharp, cruel personalities, earning her the title "Queen of Villainous Roles."

However, it was the very characters she portrayed that made Ly Na Trang intensely disliked. Some overzealous viewers sent abusive messages and made threatening phone calls, causing her stress and leading to an emotional disorder that required long-term treatment.

There were times when Ly Na Trang felt like she couldn't overcome it. As an actress, she believes in living by her emotions, so when she was misunderstood or disliked by the audience in real life because of a character she played, she was very easily hurt.

"I gradually learned to listen to myself and separate my acting roles from my real life. After many setbacks, the person I am today has learned to be stronger. I returned to acting with a much more stable mindset than before," she explained.

For the past two years, Ly Na Trang has been quiet and rarely appears in film projects. The actress says she hasn't disappeared, she's just stepped out of the spotlight to reflect on herself in the shadows.

For the actress, her profession is no longer a race. She doesn't need roles to become famous, but roles to live, to return to the passion and enthusiasm she had in her youth.

Acting isn't always easy, with regular shows and roles. Ly Na Trang has worked many side jobs to make ends meet, such as selling clothes, running an online food business, and working in a workshop producing Tet (Lunar New Year) gifts…

Actress Ly Na Trang believes that there is no distinction between high-paying and low-paying jobs, as long as she earns an honest living to keep her passion for acting alive and provide for her children. She doesn't hesitate to take on any job.

"Some people think actors should always be glamorous, but I think differently. Artists must be true to life for their roles to have soul. I'm a single mother, so the pressure is double that of others," she confided.

Tragic events and life lessons

Despite a successful artistic career, Ly Na Trang's personal life has been filled with sadness. In her twenties, the actress married a businessman.

With her heart set on her family, she put her dreams on hold. After some time, she became pregnant with her first child and returned to her hometown to rest during her pregnancy.

At this time, Ly Na Trang discovered that her husband had a mistress in the city and had abandoned her and their child.

The actress was devastated but told herself she had to stay strong. Just one month after giving birth, her mental state was unstable and she suffered from prolonged depression.

Years have passed, but the emotional wounds within her have not healed. Ly Na Trang calls it a traumatic event, a lesson that helped her realize many things that no book or school could teach.

"I thought I had lost my wings, but it turned out I was just shedding my old skin. I no longer see the breakup as a misfortune, but as part of my journey to maturity. I no longer blame anyone; thanks to that event, I learned to love myself and my daughter," she recounted.

The actress is happy and joyful because, after overcoming many difficulties, she has found freedom for herself. She steps out of the past with a light heart, knowing who she is, what she needs, and what she deserves for a better future.

As a single mother, Ly Na Trang faced many challenges alone. Some days, exhausted from working so hard to make ends meet, she would burst into tears like a child, blaming her unfortunate fate.

Thanks to her daughter, the actress told herself she had to overcome the challenge at all costs, and the two became each other's support system.

Ly Na Trang gradually rearranged her life and work, waking up earlier each day and working more… She put aside her fatigue, created many joyful moments, and provided the best possible living conditions for her child.

Being a single mother taught the actress a unique kind of maturity. She understood that she wasn't just raising a child, but also regenerating herself.

Ly Na Trang wants her daughter to understand that while she may not be perfect, she will always try her best for her. She is present, listens, and teaches her daughter with sincerity, sharing with her both the joys and sorrows, the gains and losses in life… They see each other as two friends, learning to love and growing together every day.

For a woman who is wary after a breakup, what is the most important thing to look for in a partner right now?Ly Na Trang said she wasn't looking for someone who would make her heart flutter temporarily, but rather someone who would bring her lasting peace.

The actress needs someone kind, understanding, and strong enough to love not only her but also their child as if they were their own flesh and blood.

For her now, love isn't about filling a void, but about growing together and living peacefully until the end of their lives.

The actress has two main concerns: her work and taking care of her daughter.

"I hope to remain honest and kind. Above all, I hope to have enough peace to go the distance, to be a good mother, and an artist who doesn't give up on life and art," she said.