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Tran Thanh’s films thrive at home but face obstacles in global markets

While Tran Thanh’s films break records in Vietnam, their performance overseas remains modest. Cultural differences, language barriers, and marketing challenges have made it difficult for these productions to gain traction internationally.

Da Nang to host international fireworks festival in June

Themed “Danang – The New Rising Era,” the festival, which will take place from May 31 to July 12, is expected to be the most intense competition yet, bringing together top-tier teams from the world's leading fireworks hubs.

HCM City applies to become Southeast Asia’s 1st cinema city

Ho Chi Minh City is drafting an application to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the field of cinema, according to its Department of Culture and Sports.

Bookcase project contributes to spreading VN language, culture in Belgium

The initiative aims to preserve and promote the Vietnamese language, helping Vietnamese expatriates in Belgium maintain their cultural identity while living far from home.

India helps Quang Nam restore My Son towers

A 2025-2029 project to preserve and restore Towers E and F at the UNESCO-recognised My Son world heritage site in Quang Nam province was launched on February 21.

French choir revives Vietnamese folk music

Choeur Tim choir, a group of young singers from France’s Versailles city, is captivating audiences with their passionate renditions of Vietnamese folk music, bringing the rich musical heritage of Vietnam to life in Paris and far beyond.

Ha Long 2025 launches inaugural Art for Climate Festival

A unique blend of arts and environmental action, the Art for Climate Festival Ha Long 2025 aims to raise awareness about climate change while celebrating the heritage of Ha Long Bay.

HCM City Book Street to launch cultural promotion events in 2025

The HCM City Book Street Company will launch more events and activities to introduce Vietnamese culture and traditional performing arts to local and foreign visitors in 2025.

Art installation features the fifth cardinal direction

A five-channel video and sound installation has opened for free at Manzi Exhibition Space in Hanoi.

Cellist releases music video filmed within VN's natural wonder – Son Doong Cave

Cellist Bùi Hà Miên has released a music video Quảng Bình Quê Ta Ơi (Quảng Bình, Our Homeland), featuring her playing while in the Sơn Đoòng Cave in the central province of Quảng Bình.

Vietnamese horror films get high praise at international festivals

While the film ’Quỷ Cẩu’ garnered five minutes of applause at its world premiere at the recent Gérardmer International Fantastic Film Festival in France, ’Linh Miêu’ was selected to open the Jagran International Film Festival in India.

Young Vietnamese talent wins first prize at international music competition

Nguyễn Lee Hiếu has surpassed thousands of international contestants to win first prize at the 19th ZhongSin International Music Competition held in Singapore.

Ceramic artists showcase works in Hanoi exhibition

An exhibition of ceramics by 50 artists from the Art Ceramics Club and Saigon Fine Arts Ceramics Club are taking place at the Fine Arts Exhibition House on 16 Ngô Quyền Street in Hà Nội's Hoàn Kiếm District.

Ban Flower festival expected to vow spectators

This annual event, a key cultural highlight of the province, celebrates the Ban flower, a symbol of the locality and the northwest region while promoting local heritage and tourism.

Thai Hoa Palace digitalisation to preserve image database

As the official throne hall of the king, Thai Hoa Palace hosted royal audiences, grand ceremonies, and key imperial rituals, witnessing the reigns of the 13 kings under the Nguyen Dynasty (1802 – 1945).

HCM City’s Ao Dai festival returns in March

On March 8, thousands of participants dressed in Ao Dai will join a large-scale dance performance on the pedestrian street.

Vietnam wins Mister Tourism World 2025

Vietnamese model Nguyen Huu Hung outshined 24 contestants from various countries and territories to be crowned Mister Tourism World 2025.

Scent exhibition opens in Hanoi

The Light and Shadow exhibition represents the eternal clash between good and evil, light and darkness through the language of fragrance art.

Mystical forest ceremony in Quang Binh: A sacred tradition of the Chut people

For generations, the Chut ethnic group has observed the Giang Son ceremony to seek blessings from the land and forest spirits. The ritual, which involves offerings, sacred prayers, and a unique purification process.

Official nominations announced for Devotion Awards 2025

The awards have been organised since 2005, with the nation’s press participating in the selection process. From the 17th edition in 2023, the organising committee has expanded its scope from solely focusing on music to also feature sports.