Phuong Anh Dao shared the reason why she once wanted to quit her profession.

In the role of podcast hostMai is making a film.Producer and actress Mai Thanh Ha and her first guest, actress Phuong Anh Dao, had a conversation revolving around their careers, interesting behind-the-scenes stories from filming, and their views on women in filmmaking…

Despite it being her first time as a host, Mai Thanh Hà's natural hosting style helped guests feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and revealing many hidden secrets. Phương Anh Đào then shared about the four films in which she played the lead role, including:Mai, Brilliant Ashes, My Husband, Closing My Eyes I See SummerThese works brought Phuong Anh Dao closer to the audience, and also marked a milestone for the actress to surpass herself and become more famous.

Phuong Anh Dao admitted she felt fortunate to have been involved in quality films. Recalling the film casting process.TomorrowAccording to director Tran Thanh, Phuong Anh Dao recounted that she had to perform four scenes in 30 minutes without knowing the script beforehand. When she finished, director Tran Thanh said, "This is Mai," and that was the most memorable casting session for her.

Actress Phuong Anh Dao believes that for each role, it's not about who performs better during the audition, but rather that the actor must possess qualities that closely match the director's "imagination" of the character.

Mai Thanh Ha said she often shed tears while watching Phuong Anh Dao play the role of Mai because she empathized with the story in the film. Mai Thanh Ha herself is a girl from Dak Lak, who has gone through a process of continuous effort and shared that currently she only wants to "do things that make her happy, without caring what others say about her, and without needing to show who she is," such as doing workshops and podcasts that have a positive impact on the audience and people in the industry.

Echoing Mai Thanh Ha's sentiments, Phuong Anh Dao revealed that she herself had at one point considered quitting acting. Coming from Ca Mau, Phuong Anh Dao's background meant that entering the world of acting in Saigon was once considered a distant dream for her and her family.

"When I started working, I found everyone else so outgoing and outgoing, while I'm an introvert. Besides, the competition in this profession is so intense that I felt I wasn't a good fit, and I even considered quitting. However, perhaps it's because of my personality that I'm always able to reflect on myself, recognize my strengths and weaknesses, and strive to improve every day," said the film's lead actress.Tomorrowshare.

According to Phuong Anh Dao, whenever she embodies a character, she always tries to balance her emotions, distinguishing between her own true feelings and those of the character. After each film, she usually takes at least 2-3 months off to recharge. During shorter breaks, she stays home doing housework, watching movies, and reading books; when she has more time, she travels to clear her mind.

In the final segment, the two actresses actively discussed their perspectives on women in filmmaking and how they choose to shine in their field. Mai Thanh Ha said: “I am very honored to have had such a deep conversation with Ms. Phuong Anh Dao. She always brings a feeling of closeness and sincerity to those she interacts with. Talking to her, I felt her dedication and passion for film. She has had a very long journey to achieve the position and the trust and love of the audience she has today. Her journey of effort and perseverance has inspired me and everyone else.”