From literature and music to painting and traditional theatre, these distinguished individuals helped shape Vietnam’s cultural identity across generations.

Following is an interview with Nhat Minh, a conductor speaking about the booming classical music scene in Hanoi, the multifaceted role of a modern conductor akin to a CEO, and his patience in nurturing a younger generation of classical music lovers.

In his late 60s, Meritorious Artist Tran Vuong Thach finds himself busier than before his retirement. Following over a decade of helming a major theater, he finally has the time to delve deeper into his specialization and academic research.

Isaac’s nomination for a global beauty ranking comes as little surprise to fans who have followed his career for more than a decade.

By blending pop music with iconic cultural symbols and fine art, Son Tung M-TP has created one of Vietnam's most talked-about music releases of the year.

Vietnamese actress Kim Tuyen has been nominated for TC Candler’s 2026 list of the 100 Most Beautiful Faces, drawing widespread attention from fans and social media users.

Conductor Dong Quang Vinh recalls that he never turned off his mobile phone for fear that he would miss commands or requests from former Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at any given moment.

Le Huu Hieu becomes the only Vietnamese artist to stage a solo exhibition at the world’s leading contemporary art event.

Dinh Cong Dat, once synonymous with vibrant, intricate sculptures rooted in Vietnamese tradition, has taken a direction few anticipated: radical minimalism.

A haunting rendition of Da co hoai lang by Vietnamese artist Linh Huyen left Cannes Best Director Miguel Gomes in tears.

Having performed in 53 countries, violist Nguyet Thu returns to launch music and culture initiatives blending tradition and healing.

In modern Vietnamese music history, few stories are as exceptional as that of composers Hoang Long and Hoang Lan.

Vietnamese director and producer Van Nguyen (real name: Nguyen Huy Quang) has just become the first Vietnamese artist to be awarded the title "Director for the Mission of UNESCO Cultural Heritage Preservation 2025" in Tokyo.

Three generations of the Chu family prove that Vietnamese art, when cherished, never fades into oblivion.

Their contrasting music videos explore the human cost of peace, resonating deeply with audiences during the A80 celebrations.

People’s Artist Pham Thi Thanh, former Vietnam Youth Theatre director and pioneering female stage director, has passed away at 85.

Dozens of Vietnamese artists release passionate tributes to the country, flooding digital platforms with national pride.

Vietnamese veteran-turned-ceramicist Le Duy Hao unveils a new cultural space featuring 24K nano-gold coated ceramics, combining heritage and high-tech artistry.

Blending art, craft, and branding, Diem Quynh brings Vietnamese culture to global audiences.