Esquire Vietnam provides information on fashion, style, travel, cuisine, culture, and refined experiences, targeting men in their 30s to 50s.
Esquire Vietnam, the Vietnamese version of the American magazine Esquire, officially launched in HCM City on September 19. (Photo courtesy of Sunflower Media)
HCM City (VNS/VNA) - The Vietnamese version of American magazine Esquire officially launched in Ho Chi Minh City on September 19.
Esquire Vietnam provides information on fashion, style, travel, cuisine, culture, and refined experiences, targeting men in their 30s to 50s.
The magazine is co-published by the The Gioi Di San (World of Heritage) E-magazine under the Cultural Heritage Association of Vietnam and Sunflower Media.
At the launch of the magazine, Tran Dang Khoa, the magazine’s editor-in-chief, said: “First published in the US in 1933, Esquire has long been synonymous with some of the greatest writers of the 20th century, including Ernest Hemingway, who won both the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1953 and the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1954.
"For Esquire Vietnam, we want to celebrate Vietnamese identity in a changing global landscape, spotlighting modern Vietnamese men who are dynamic, sophisticated, creative, and deeply engaged in building our nation stronger.”
The debut issue highlights actor Lien Binh Phat on the cover.
The 35-year-old actor said, “I feel honoured to collaborate with Esquire Vietnam, being on the cover of the debut issue. I hope the magazine story inspires readers.”
Phát rose to fame after winning the Golden Kite Awards for Best Actor for his role as a cải lương (reformed opera) performer in Song Lang (The Tap Box) about the 100-year history and development of cải lương, a traditional theatre genre in the South.
He is also a nominee for Best Leading Actor in a TV Series at the 2025 Golden Bell Awards for his role in the Taiwanese-Vietnamese co-produced drama called The Outlaw Doctor, becoming the first Vietnamese artist to be nominated for one of the most prestigious film awards in Taiwan (China).
In addition, the debut issue introduces 30 figures who have influenced different fields in Vietnam, ranging from intelligent information, business and mass media to sports, music and cinema, including CEO of Vietcetera Hao Tran, American diplomat and former US Ambassador to Vietnam Ted Osius, designer Ly Qui Khanh, Taekwondo player Dao Thanh Phong, and dancer Dang Quan.
The publication includes in-depth stories presented through interviews, analyses, feature articles, and practical guides.
🐷 Esquire Vietnam is published in March, June, September and December. It is available at the website www.esquire.vn, and on social media platforms of Facebook and Instagram./.
The northern mountainous province of Hoa Binh has been listed among the 71 most beautiful places to visit worldwide by the prestigious US travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller.
The prestigious US travel magazine Travel + Leisure has recently announced its list of the best restaurants and bars in Vietnam winning the Tastemakers 2024 Awards, three of which are located in top regional hotels.
Renowned travel magazine Travel + Leisure has dedicated an entire article to explain the allure of Phu Quoc to its nearly 5 million readers. Key reasons highlighted include convenient transportation, an advantageous visa policy, and a variety of appealing experiences.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended the “V Fest – Vietnam Today” music festival at the National Exposition Centre in Dong Anh commune, Hanoi, on September 20 evening.
Though among the least experienced contestants, singer Duc Phuc enters with strong credentials: a powerful, distinctive voice, national recognition as a champion, and clear dedication to his craft, according to Ha Minh Thang of the Department of Performing Arts.
Nature has blessed Ba Ria–Vung Tau with over 100 km of coastline, including 72 km of gently sloping white sandy beaches and calm waves year-round. These conditions are ideal for a variety of beach sports, including beach volleyball, beach sepak takraw, sailing, and traditional boat racing.
Secret Garden, comprising Norwegian composer-pianist Rolf Løvland and Irish violinist Fionnuala Sherry, gained international acclaim after clinching the 1995 Eurovision Song Contest with their hauntingly beautiful “Nocturne”. The win cemented their status as torchbearers of classical crossover genre.
The festivities will kick off with an opening ceremony on October 2 evening at the centre, promising a colorful showcase of Vietnam’s cultural heritage.
The 2025 League of Legends Championship Pacific (LCP) Finals Weekend, set for September 20–21 in Da Nang’s Tien Son Sports Arena, will spotlight Vietnam’s rising eSports status and promote Da Nang as a vibrant, culturally rich tourism destination.
The slip was largely due to Libya, previously behind Vietnam, climbing five places from the 117th to 112th place after consecutive victories over Angola and Eswatini.
Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra will perform two concerts at the Ho Guom Opera House in Hanoi on October 2 and the Saigon Opera House in Ho Chi Minh City on October 4 as part of celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of Vietnam–Germany diplomatic relations.
VTN Architects delivered a 14.8-metre-high bamboo megastructure spanning 1,460 sq.m. The exposed bamboo frame is a work of art, etched with “lotus” and “bronze drum” motifs – classic Vietnamese symbols – carved into intricate lattices that blend tradition with a modern twist.
Hanoi is set to stage its first world cultural day this October, featuring a world cultural festival, Hanoi international cuisine showcase, film screenings, an international folk-dance programme, an international fine arts exhibition, an international costume and ao dai festival, and an international book fair.
Billed as one of Vietnam’s most challenging races, the 100km event is set to spark intense competition among top-tier runners. Among them is Peiquan You, a standout Chinese trail athlete and two-time champion of the Hong Kong 100, another World Trail Majors race.
Vietnam welcomes some 4-5 million Chinese visitors annually. In the first eight months of this year, Vietnam hosted more than 3.5 million Chinese. Vietnamese travellers, meanwhile, are increasingly drawn to China’s cultural and natural attractions.
On the evening of September 15 (local time), Algerian audiences enjoyed the Vietnamese film “Dao, Pho va Piano” (Peach Blossom, Pho and Piano). Vietnam was invited as the guest of honour at this year’s festival. In addition to the feature film, the country also introduced the documentary “Dien Bien: Land and People” and another featuring the 1954 Dien Bien Phu Victory for competition at the event.
Divided into three chapters with dozens of meticulously staged performances, the programme created a vibrant and emotionally rich atmosphere. The blend of tradition and modernity, powerful voices, and the solemn resonance of the symphony orchestra gave the show its distinctive hallmark.
The photo collection, which features typical landmarks and landscapes as well as the culture and lifestyle of Da Nang people, aims to introduce the image of Vietnam's central city to Korean friends.
Held on September 13-14, ManiFiesta – the annual festival of solidarity organised by the Workers' Party of Belgium – drew tens of thousands of participants from across Belgium and neighbouring countries. Alongside music, debates and cultural exchanges, Vietnam made a strong impression with a booth rich in national identity.
Vietnam’s top female badminton player Nguyen Thuy Linh, ranked 18th in the world, was unable to defend her title after losing 0-2 to Cai Yan Yan of China (world No. 107) in the women’s singles final of Yonex-Sunrise Vietnam Open 2025.
At Nhan Dan’s pavilion, visitors encountered a vivid chronicle of Vietnam’s milestones under the Communist Party of Vietnam and the late President Ho Chi Minh’s leadership, from the struggle for independence and reunification to modern development and global integration. Special publications marking Vietnam’s 80th National Day, coupled with performances by Vietnamese artists, intricate handicrafts, and fragrant dishes, had foreign visitors lining up in droves.
Vietnamese singer Duc Phuc will be among 23 artists from 23 countries participating in Intervision 2025, an international music competition often described as the “Eurovision of Eurasia", in Russia.
