On the evening of March 28, streamer ViruSs (real name Dang Tien Hoang) held a TikTok livestream that attracted over 1 million viewers, peaking at more than 1.5 million.

The session featured a heated confrontation with a female rapper over a romantic scandal, generating widespread debate and controversy on social media.

Despite facing criticism from netizens, the livestream's staggering viewership of 4.8 million could potentially earn ViruSs hundreds of millions of dong.

As in previous livestreams, he enabled a feature requiring viewers to pay a fee to comment or join discussions. The subscription fee to participate ranges from VND 135,000 to 155,000 ($5.70 to $6.50) per month.

During the stream, ViruSs received numerous virtual gifts from viewers, including items like lions, dolphins, and the coveted "TikTok Universe," some of which are worth millions of dong each. To gift such items, users must purchase them with real money through the platform.

How much does ViruSs make from streaming?

While livestream revenue may seem substantial, TikTok takes a share through a commission model, meaning ViruSs doesn't keep the full amount.

According to a TikToker’s analysis, the actual income from livestream gifts is significantly lower after TikTok’s cut.

Who is ViruSs?

Born in 1988, ViruSs (Dang Tien Hoang) is not just a well-known streamer and YouTuber but also a musician and producer. He is the legal representative of several businesses, including:

VR Studio Co., Ltd.

Established on December 7, 2016

Registered capital: VND 1 billion (approx. $42,500)

Headquarters: District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Main business activities: Organizing and promoting events, audio and music publishing, video production and distribution, and advertising

AIVORA Technology and Solutions Co., Ltd.

Main activities: Software publishing, computer and electronic device sales, IT services, data processing, scientific research, technology development, education, and training

Headquarters: Hiep Binh Phuoc Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City

ViruSs’s diversified career path, from content creation to music production and business ventures, has helped him build a substantial fan base and generate significant income.

The recent livestream's popularity largely stemmed from ViruSs addressing accusations and rumors surrounding his personal life, particularly involving rapper Ngoc Kem and singer Phao.

The online community remains divided over his actions, with some criticizing his behavior while others continue to support him.

Duy Anh