After 39 years, what are the stars of 'Saigon Commando' doing now?
Ha Mi•May 1, 2025 07:04
From the classic film "Saigon Commando," the cast, including Thuong Tin, Ha Xuyen, Thanh Loan, and others, all achieved glory, but the endings of their careers were different.
MovieSaigon CommandosDirected by Long Vân and released in 1986, this film recounts the heroic deeds of a commando unit during the resistance against the American invasion, including Tư Chung – the intelligence chief – and his comrades Ngọc Mai, Sáu Tâm, Huyền Trang, and Năm Hòa (codename K9). After its release, the film attracted over 10 million viewers in theaters from North to South Vietnam.
PerformerThuong TinHe played the role of Six Tâm, a brave soldier who cut across the convoy of the US Deputy Secretary of State to throw a mine. According to the original script, the character lived until the end of the film, but ultimately the director and screenwriter had Six Tâm die due to betrayal by his comrades. The ending of Six Tâm, along with Thương Tín's profound performance, helped Thương Tín shine in the film.Due to a series of mistakes, Thuong Tin's career and reputation declined. In his later years, he now lives a precarious life, supported by his younger brother and sister in his hometown of Phan Rang, Ninh Thuan. The actor also faces numerous health problems, including sequelae after a stroke, a fractured kneecap in his right leg, and osteoarthritis in his left knee.Meritorious Artist Ha Xuyen originally started as a dancer. In "Saigon Commando," she played Ngoc Mai, an intelligence agent codenamed Z20. Ngoc Mai disguised herself as the wife of intelligence chief Tu Chung to deceive the authorities at the time. Ha Xuyen's stunning beauty in the film caused a sensation for a while.In recent years, Ha Xuyen has been less active in the arts due to a lack of suitable scripts, only occasionally appearing on television. In her middle age, she lives on her pension, enjoying time with her children and grandchildren, and dedicating time to her hobbies such as dancing, meeting friends, and engaging in charitable activities.In contrast to Ngoc Mai's dazzling beauty is the gentle and dignified beauty of nun Huyen Trang, played by Meritorious Artist Thanh Loan. In the film, Huyen Trang is a female intelligence agent who has become a nun, possessing a courageous and resourceful personality.Nun Huyền Trang was the last role in Thanh Loan's career. After "Saigon Commandos"She then transitioned to directing and held the position of Deputy Director of the Police Film Studio. The Meritorious Artist married her husband, a doctor of science, at the age of 23 and has lived happily ever since. She is now retired with the rank of Colonel, dedicating her time to yoga, charity work, and other hobbies she enjoys."Actor Hai Nhất made his mark with the villainous role of Ba Cẩn in "Saigon Commando" - a cowardly, pleasure-seeking man who betrayed his comrades, sold himself to the enemy, and ultimately met a tragic end. His fierce face and shifty, cunning eyes helped the character of Ba Cẩn leave a deep impression on the audience.In contrast to his character Ba Can, Hai Nhat in real life is gentle and quiet. He has seven children, including actor Thanh Dat, who followed in his father's footsteps. After "Saigon Commando," he participated in many films before gradually transitioning into business. In October 2023, the actor suffered a stroke, but fortunately survived.In "Saigon Commando," actress Thúy An played Ngọc Lan, a girl who sold pork offal porridge and was Sáu Tâm's lover. This character contributed to the tragic and regrettable ending for the soldier Sáu Tâm.After the film, Thúy An (on the left; on the right is Meritorious Artist Hà Xuyên - PV) continued to appear in many works such as:The monsoon season, the flood season, the whirlwind zone...At the age of 30, after her husband passed away, she retired from her career and took her daughter to Laos to open a jewelry business. Later, Thuy An married a Vietnamese expatriate from Germany, and together with her and daughter, they settled in Europe. Occasionally, the actress returns to Vietnam to do charity work and meet with former colleagues.
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