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Hanoi Ao Dai Festival 2025 showcases Vietnamese identity

The Hanoi Tourism Ao Dai Festival 2025 will take place from 7 to 9 November at the Hanoi Museum and around Hoan Kiem Lake.

Scandal rocks Miss Universe 2025 as Huong Giang wins praise for elegance

While tensions rise between MUO and Thailand over unauthorized promotions, Vietnam’s Huong Giang stands out with poise and style.

Hanoi Tourism Ao Dai Festival 2025 promises immersive cultural experiences

The Hanoi Tourism Ao Dai Festival 2025, organized by the Hanoi Department of Tourism, will take place from November 7–9 at the Hanoi Museum and around Hoan Kiem Lake (for the Ao Dai and traditional costume parade).

Provocative Vietnamese film crashes at box office debut

Despite bold marketing, Blindfolded Game fails to draw crowds on opening weekend.

Vietnam’s Huong Giang makes powerful first impression at Miss Universe 2025

On November 2, Huong Giang officially began her journey to compete for the Miss Universe 2025 crown. Appearing in an elegant white dress with her Miss Universe Vietnam sash, she exuded grace and strength.

Vietnam's cinema rises on the global stage at Tokyo Film Festival

Director Bui Thac Chuyen, People’s Artist Do Thanh Hai, actress Diem Hang Lamoon, and singer-actress Hoang Yen Chibi represented Vietnam at the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF).

Thang Long – Hanoi Festival 2025 celebrates Vietnamese heritage, creativity

The “Heritage Convergence” programme, a highlight of the Thang Long – Hanoi Festival 2025, officially opened at the Temple of Literature on November 1.

Fine Arts Museum offers nighttime experiences to visitors

The Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum (VNFAM) launched a new programme “Night at the Museum” on October 31, bringing art to life after dark.

Sticky rice- and bean-made Vietnam Exposition Centre model sets record

A model of the Vietnam Exposition Centre made from 410 kg of sticky rice and 100 kg of beans set a new Vietnamese record on October 31, within the framework of the Autumn Fair 2025.

Vietnam’s Mother Goddess worship rituals going digital

Through YouTube and TikTok channels, a researcher has produced videos on the legend of Mother Goddess Lieu Hanh, ritual explanations, costumes and sacred objects, with each clip drawing thousands of views and positive interactions.

Vietnamese showbiz rocked by arrests of three top celebrities

The arrests of actress Truong Ngoc Anh, Miss Grand International 2021 Thuy Tien, and fashion designer Nguyen Cong Tri have sent shockwaves through Vietnamese entertainment in 2025, shaking public trust in celebrity figures.

HCM City joins UNESCO Creative Cities Network in film category

Ho Chi Minh City has been named a new member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) for film, becoming Vietnam’s first - and Southeast Asia’s only - representative in this category.

Gen Z sings new soul into traditional art of “Cheo”

In today’s entertainment scene, modern art forms are dominating young audiences. Meanwhile, traditional performing arts like Cheo (Vietnamese traditional operetta) are fading from the spotlight.

Russian symphony marks 75 years of ties with Vietnam

The St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, Russia’s oldest and most prestigious symphony orchestra, is set to perform in Vietnam for the first time, celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Vietnam’s music industry begins reset with MVs removed by top stars

Artists and labels shift toward positive messaging after government pushes back on cultural violations.

Int’l art exhibition “Heartbeat of Heritage” opens in Da Nang

The international art exhibition “Heartbeat of Heritage” opened on October 27 at the Da Nang Fine Arts Museum, co-organised by the Vietnam Fine Arts Association, Da Nang Fine Arts Association, and Asia Art Link.

Cultural authorities warn artists: Deviant behavior will not be tolerated

People's Artist Xuan Bac, Director of the Performing Arts Department, affirms: "Any expression that goes against traditional values – whether in lyrics, costumes, or language – must be strictly dealt with."

German Film Festival returns to Vietnam with tickets under $1

KinoFest 2025 brings award-winning German films to Vietnamese cinemas, with tickets priced at just 20,000 VND.

Calls grow to ban performances by culturally inappropriate artists

Public support surges for banning artists with vulgar or deviant content after Ho Chi Minh City issues directive to protect youth and values.

Solo exhibition by British photojournalist opens in Hanoi

British photojournalist Andy Soloman is presenting a powerful photographic exhibition showcasing Vietnam’s remarkable transformation through a series of deeply personal encounters.