Tieu Chau Nhu Quynh: 'Uncle Lam Truong is angry because I tried to create a scandal'

- Looking back at that offensive see-through mermaid costume, how do you feel now?

- I am very happy with that dress. People may say that this mermaid is so evil, the outfit is offensive, but for me it is an interesting experience in life. I have never dressed like that before. However, I also realize that style is not suitable for me. People change to be more beautiful, not to be too different.

- How did your family react to your sudden but negative changes?

- It cannot be denied that it affected my parents a lot. Many people called my parents and asked why Quynh had changed like that. Some were worried that I would become a bad girl. I thought that if I continued on the path of scandal, I would have to face a lot of stress.

I wonder if I am strong enough to keep pursuing it or will it knock me down. I would rather be spoiled from the start, rather not be loved or educated by my family, have nothing in my hands, then accept the trade-off to be famous. As for me, I cannot be so reckless.

- How did your colleagues react when you abandoned the team's direction and canceled the work?

- Before the recent noise, some people advised me to keep pushing forward, but there were audiences who loved me, they were dissatisfied, questioning why I did that. They thought I was tarnishing my own image, making myself look less classy. Change is good, but the change was too much for me to bear, so I had to stop.

The people in the team will certainly be angry with me. They will say I betrayed them, not worthy of their trust and efforts. I accept their criticism because I understand they are also devoted to me. However, if the direction and goals of both sides are not compatible, we cannot continue. I know that it was a mistake and I must know to correct it.

- Even though you have a team to guide you, you are still the one who makes the decisions. Are you blaming your colleagues?

- I followed because at first I thought that strategy was suitable for me. I did not regret wearing eye-catching clothes, but then the crew wanted me to make 2 MVs with offensive and sarcastic images of my colleagues. In reality, my colleagues and I were not related and had never had any conflicts.

In the end, I decided not to produce the images of those two songs even though I had invested more than 300 million VND. I want to live a decent life, without affecting anyone.

I myself was not decisive and alert enough to anticipate the risks. The team can blame me, but I still have to be strong and resolute in refusing to produce a product that offends my colleagues.

- Giving up scandals, shocking stories, returning to your previous image means you accept being judged as dull?

- I'm back to my true personality but not doing the same thing again. Being different is good but affecting others is not for me. I change and renew myself by collaborating with good producers.

Only talented people have a comprehensive vision, high demands and a taste that will help them progress. Up until now, I have worked quite alone, so it was difficult to have a breakthrough. Not only that, I was too safe, easily satisfied with what I had.

-Looking back, what do you think you lack when standing among the crowd of young singers today?

- I think I lack personality and determination. I have everything but nothing outstanding. So I need to raise my standards.

- You were criticized for being pale and out of breath compared to juniors like Huong Tram and Bao Anh when they both came out of The Voice. What do you think?

- Every person in the profession has their own strengths. There are things I have that others don't have and vice versa. I don't justify my shortcomings, but everyone has their own time to shine. To become famous, there are many factors that determine it. Before the success of my colleagues, I don't feel sad, but I feel that I have to try harder.

I don’t feel bad that they are younger but more successful. Talent doesn’t depend on age. They are talented and deserve to be famous. Why be jealous of others? Who knows, maybe they have everything but are not happy.

Uncle Lam Truong was angry when I used scandal to become famous.

- You need a team to support you, but why did you refuse the help of your uncle - singer Lam Truong?

- Uncle Truong still has a lot of work to do, I can't ask for too much help. I'm stubborn so he's reluctant to give me any advice. As for him, he's always ready to help and give me advice when needed. However, I still have to do the work myself.

If I keep asking you for help, no one will respect me in the industry and it will be difficult to get a place in showbiz. So you do your work, I do your work, only when I really need it, I ask you for advice.

Ever since I first started singing, I didn’t want to be labeled as Lam Truong’s niece. If I don’t stand on my own, that title will follow me forever, making it difficult to make a name for myself. I really don’t want my uncle’s help. The more he helps me, the more I can’t escape from his shadow.

- He admitted feeling sad when Tieu Chau Nhu Quynh reacted because of Lam Truong's niece's reputation. How does this statement affect your uncle-niece relationship?

- I apologize to you for my temporary statements and actions that upset you. Because of these statements, many people mistakenly thought that you and I were not close, and Uncle Truong was questioned as to why he did not help his nephew.

Professionally, I don't want to be labeled, but in real life, being your niece is a source of pride. You have been successful in your career for many years, lived a decent life, and have never been criticized by anyone.

During the recent ups and downs in my career, I met him and asked for his advice. Thanks to him, I had the courage to stop the plan that I had made with the old team.

- How did Lam Truong react when his niece chose the path to fame through scandals and indecent dressing?

- Last month, I went to America and stayed at my uncle's house. We had a frank talk. I shared my concerns about my career path with him.

When I told him about the two upcoming MVs that touched on my colleagues, he got very angry. This was the first time in my life that I saw him so angry. He had never interfered in my work before, but this time he advised me to stop.

He reminded me, “Do whatever you want, but don’t comment or provoke others.” He thought that this kind of attention-seeking would put me in a quagmire. The audience might not support me in the long run, but would only be curious about my scandal. As someone who has experienced many ups and downs, with 20 years of experience in the profession, he certainly has a comprehensive view of showbiz.

During the conversation, I apologized to him for what I had done in the past. I reaffirmed my path as working with my own ability, living ethically and not offending my colleagues. Those were also the things he wanted me to do.