After nearly five decades, what are the cast members of the film 'August Star' doing now?

The August Revolution of 1945 was a great turning point in the nation's history. To date,August StarThe film (1976) by the late director, People's Artist Tran Dac, is almost the only Vietnamese film that successfully reflects the August Revolution.

This is also one of the most enduring war films in Vietnamese cinema. The film not only holds historical value but also provided a platform for many actors to shine.

After 49 years, some of the veteran actors from the film, including People's Artist Thanh Tú, artist Dũng Nhi, Meritorious Artist Đức Hoàn, and Meritorious Artist Thanh Hiền, have passed away, while those who remain have experienced many changes in their lives.

People's Artist Thanh Tú lives peacefully at the age of 81.

Having started performing at the age of 17, People's Artist Thanh Tú has participated in the following films:Sea of ​​Fire, The Front Line Calls, Little Girl from Hanoi (1974), The Sky (1975)...But it wasn't until he embodied the role of Nhu, a courageous Viet Minh cadre from a poor peasant background, in the film that he truly succeeded.August StarThanh Tú has left an unforgettable impression on the audience.

Even after nearly five decades, the veteran actress still feels emotional when recalling those days of self-sacrifice for this role.

For her,August StarIt's a beautiful memory in my life. That's why Thanh Tú jokingly said:"Every year on this day, I get to commemorate the anniversary of the August Star."

With her outstanding performance as Nhu, People's Artist Thanh Tú won the Golden Lotus Award for "Best Actress" in 1977.

Following the immense success of this role, she declined other film projects. It wasn't until 1984 that Thanh Tú participated in the following films:Love and Distance, Fairy Tales for 17-Year-Olds, The Present Time, The Flower Vendor, Love Affair Behind Bars…However, none of them could surpass Nhu's peak performance.August Star.

In 2011, the actress made a surprise comeback with two television projects:Grandma doesn't eat pizza.andEva's confession.These roles were completely opposite to the gentle, kind, and virtuous image she had previously cultivated.

At the age of 81, the actress has found peace in her life through Buddhism, acting, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She has two children; her eldest son lives in France. She currently lives with her second daughter in a private house in Hanoi.

Having gone through two failed marriages, she said:"Peace of mind is the greatest joy."In her free time, she often meets up with friends to chat and reminisce. Now, People's Artist Thanh Tú's joy comes from simply reuniting with friends from her time to talk about old times.

Artist Dung Nhi enjoys a fulfilling old age.

Artist Dung Nhi plays the male lead, Kien, in the film.August StarWhen he was just over 20 years old, he was studying to become a teacher.

Nevertheless, this artist demonstrated his talent and aptitude for acting by realistically portraying the image of an intellectual young man who joined the revolution but still felt pain and sorrow for his sister.

Following the film's success, actor Dung Nhi became a familiar face on the small screen. In particular, his role as Secretary Hoang Kim in the film became well-known.Provincial Party Secretary(in 2010) helped him win the "Most Popular Actor" award.

Dung Nhi is considered a versatile artist, capable of transforming himself and succeeding in both villainous and heroic roles. From the bandit Nam Saigon in the film...Biscuit shellto the hero Le Ma Luong inThe Battle Song, writer Nguyen TrongThe enchanting memories of a bygone eraThen there's Deputy Minister Cao Duc Cam in the film.Running from justice...he always left a lasting impression on the audience.

After many years dedicated to the arts, at the age of 74, artist Dung Nhi has reduced his film appearances, dedicating most of his time to his family and himself. He frequently travels with his wife both domestically and internationally, exploring scenic spots and enjoying happy moments together.

Besides that, Dung Nhi also spends time taking care of his children and grandchildren, nurturing his family home. The images of artist Dung Nhi and his wife on their personal social media pages are always full of happiness, which many people admire.

Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien lives a private life.

The role of the farmer named Mến in the film.August StarThis led Thanh Hien to enter the world of film and television. Her impression of those months participating in the film was not of hardship or difficulty, but of the psychological pressure. When she took on this role, she was only 20 years old and a second-year student in the Film Acting department.

Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien once shared that she was so worried and stressed that she was trembling and couldn't act, but thanks to the help and encouragement of the film crew at the time, the young actress was able to fulfill her role.

After her role as Ms. Mến, Meritorious Artist Thanh Hiền continued to impress through many other roles, such as the wife of teacher Thứ in...Vu Dai Village in those daysand Don's wife inThe alleyway has a hole in it.

Despite having tried her hand at many other roles, the image of the gentle, hardworking Mến remains an indelible mark in her career.

After nearly 50 years, Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien has broken free from the image of a gentle, simple woman to try her hand at many different types of roles.

Despite being a familiar face on screen, "Ms. Mến" is very private about her personal life. It is known that the entire family of Meritorious Artist Thanh Hiền is involved in film and television. Her husband is an actor at the Vietnam National Drama Theatre, and her son graduated from the cinematography course at the University of Theatre and Film.

She rarely shares details with the media and always appears simple, down-to-earth, and approachable. At 71, the artist still possesses a charming and benevolent beauty.

Having dedicated decades to acting, Meritorious Artist Thanh Hien still wants to give her all to her passion and is always ready to welcome suitable roles.

Meritorious Artist Duc Hoan passed away at the age of 66.

InAugust Star,Meritorious Artist Duc Hoan plays the villainous role of Kieu Trinh. Previously, she was widely known to audiences for her role as My in the film.A Phu's WifeDirected by Mai Loc, produced in 1961.

In addition, Meritorious Artist Duc Hoan is also known as a meticulous director, always paying attention to the smallest details in his works, from casting to music arrangement.

In 2003, Meritorious Artist Duc Hoan passed away at the age of 66, leaving behind immense grief for her fans and colleagues. Her contributions to Vietnamese cinema are still remembered and respected, especially her ability to deeply explore the psychology of women in her works.