HIEUTHUHAI criticized over new song

The music video Nguoi im lang gap nguoi hay noi, released on March 9, has so far reached 2.1 million views - a relatively strong figure compared with the current music market.

The MV draws attention as the rapper and photo model Joan Tina portray a couple with opposite personalities - one quiet and reserved, the other talkative and lively.

The pair appear affectionate, enjoying a sweet and innocent young romance. A photobooth scene in the MV has been interpreted by viewers as referencing a real-life moment when private photobooth images of HIEUTHUHAI and his girlfriend - hot girl Babyboo - were leaked in 2025.

Despite its decent performance, the release has sparked controversy. On social media, many of the mixed reactions focus on HIEUTHUHAI choosing to sing even though critics say his vocal ability and technique remain weak.

Instead of concentrating on rap - his core strength - HIEUTHUHAI continues to sing in the new track. Some listeners have criticized his voice as flat and thin, with immature delivery, unclear pronunciation, forced phrasing, and a slightly lisping tone.

In fact, the rapper previously faced similar criticism when releasing the MV Nuoc mat ca sau. The large amount of singing in Nguoi im lang gap nguoi hay noi suggests he remains determined to pursue a direction as a singer and multi-talented artist.

The new song has been described as easy to listen to and gentle, with potential to become a hit. However, some listeners say it plays too safe and lacks a memorable highlight.

Others have also criticized the title Nguoi im lang gap nguoi hay noi, saying it feels cheap and follows an online trend.

Son Tung M-TP nominated for world's most handsome faces

Son Tung M-TP appears on the nomination list. Photo: TC Candler

Son Tung M-TP has also become a talking point after appearing on the nomination list for the “100 Most Handsome Faces in the World” by TC Candler magazine.

The annual ranking, launched in 1990, honors prominent male faces from around the world.

His appearance on the nomination list has sparked debate as he is placed alongside well-known names such as David Beckham, Junhyung (GHOST9), Hu Ge, James (Cortis), Chanyeol (EXO), Keanu Reeves, Connor Atorrie, Henry Cavill, Chris Hemsworth, as well as BTS members including RM, Jimin, and Jungkook.

Several entertainment fan pages reposted the information, attracting many negative comments.

Meanwhile, the post announcing Son Tung M-TP’s nomination on TC Candler’s official fan page drew thousands of likes, standing out among most other nominations, with much of the engagement coming from Vietnamese social media users.

This marks the fifth time Son Tung M-TP has been nominated by TC Candler, previously appearing in the nominations in 2018, 2020, 2021, and 2023, though he has never entered the final Top 100.

In addition to Son Tung M-TP, singers Gemini Hung Huynh and Jack - J97 have also appeared on TC Candler’s nomination list.

Tien Minh