Nha Ba Nu (The House of No Man), the directorial debut of movie producer Tran Thanh, earned 280 billion VND (10.6 million USD) since its release on January 22. (Photo courtesy of Tran Thanh Films)
HCM City (VNS/VNA) - Nha Ba Nu (The House of No Man) hasbeen the highest-grossing Vietnamese film during the Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday.
The directorial debut of film producer Tran Thanh raked in 280 billion VND (10.61million USD) in just eight days after releasing on January 22, the Lunar NewYear.
It has sold around 2.8 million tickets so far.
The film revolves around a family of three generations living under the sameroof, and the troubles and tribulations such families face.
It features People’s Artists Ngoc Giau and Viet Anh, Uyen An and Song Luan.
Thanh rose to fame as producer with his debut movie and smashhit Bo Gia (Dad,I’m Sorry) in 2021, directed by Vu Ngoc Dang, which broke box-officerecords for Vietnamese films by earning 400 billion VND (16.04 million USD).
The film was also sold to Malaysia, Singapore, the US, and Australia.
Besides, at the annual Vietnam Film Festival it won the Silver LotusAward for Best Feature Film and for Best Actor, BestSupporting Actress and Best Screenplay.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism chose the film as theVietnamese entry for the Best Foreign Language Film Category at the 2022 OscarAwards.
Director Vu Ngoc Dang this year had a chick flick released during Tet, ChiChi Em Em 2 (Sister Sister 2).
It has collected 59 billion VND (2.5 million USD) so far, according to BoxOffice Vietnam, a box office analysis website.
Set in Saigon 100 years ago, the film portrays two beautiful women named Ba Traand Tu Nhi who fight with each other to be claimed as the most beautiful womenin the region.
It stars Minh Hang and Ngoc Trinh in the lead roles.
Both Nha Ba Nu and Chi Chi Em Em 2 are still in cinemasnation-wide./.
Filming for Dat Rung Phuong Nam (Southern Land), a film on southern history and culture by blockbuster director Nguyen Quang Dung, has begun in HCM City.
“Children of the Mist” (Nhung dua tre trong suong), a documentary film by Ha Le Diem, a woman director from the Tay ethnic minority group, has been included into the shortlist of the top 15 documentary films advanced in the Documentary Feature Film category of the 95th Academy Awards (2023 Oscar).
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on December 21 announced shortlists in 10 categories for the 95th Academy Awards. It was a big surprise when a Vietnamese film, Nhung dua tre trong suong (Children of the Mist) entered the top 15 nominations of the Documentary Feature Film. This marks the first time a Vietnamese film has made the shortlist.
A new film by director Mai Long that honours the traditional values, sacred family bonds and promotes the beautiful landscapes of Vietnam will be released in the summer of 2023.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
Nha Ba Nu (The House of No Man), the directorial debut of movie producer Tran Thanh, earned 280 billion VND (10.6 million USD) since its release on January 22. (Photo courtesy of Tran Thanh Films) 
