Top 10 Most Famous MCs in Vietnam

Trấn Thành, born Huỳnh Trấn Thành, is well-known as an MC, comedian, actor, and voice actor. He has hosted numerous shows, including: 'Thử thách cùng bước nhảy', 'Gala cười 2011', and 'Quang Lê: Hát trên quê hương'.

With his witty and dynamic hosting style, Trấn Thành is more recognized as an MC than as an actor, despite studying in the theater department. Some of the shows he has hosted include: 'Sao hỏa sao kim' (2018 - 2019) on HTV7, 'Người ấy là ai' (2018 - 2019) on HTV2, 'Sóng Xuân' 2019 (2019) on DIDTV, 'Siêu trí tuệ Việt Nam' (2019 - 2020) on HTV2, 'Tôi tuổi teen' (2019 - 2020) on HTV7, and the finale of 'Hoa hậu Hoàn vũ Việt Nam 2019'.

Trấn Thành recently released a comedy DVD titled 'Trấn Thành Phiêu Lưu Ký', in which he plays the lead role, receiving significant attention and admiration from fans.

Phan Anh was born in 1981. He is a well-known host of popular TV shows such as Vietnam Idol, The Voice, and Cặp đôi hoàn hảo. He also impressed viewers with his role in the show “Bố ơi mình đi đâu thế” not as a host but as a caring, friendly, and dedicated father. With his engaging hosting style, Phan Anh has gained widespread admiration from TV audiences.

Phan Anh is now a rising star in the hosting world, having led numerous popular programs like Sao Online, 12 cá tính lên đường xuyên Việt, Vitamin, Cặp đôi hoàn hảo, Thần tượng âm nhạc: Vietnam Idol (season 7), and Giọng hát Việt – The Voice. In 2010, Phan Anh won the Mai Vàng Award in the category “Most Popular TV Host.” He is also recognized as an actor, though his acting career hasn’t been highly acclaimed. Nevertheless, his performances in films like "Cầu vồng tình yêu", "Có lẽ bởi vì yêu", and "Lời nguyền huyết giải" have left a lasting impression on his fans.

MC Anh Tuấn, born in 1974, is a youthful and talented host on Vietnam Television. In addition to his role as a host, he is also famous for his romantic connections with many prominent singers and actors.

MC Anh Tuấn is one of the key editors and hosts at Vietnam Television. For many years, he and Diễm Quỳnh were beloved co-hosts. Known for his good looks, versatility, and witty style, Anh Tuấn is widely admired. In addition to his hosting career, he has earned a reputation as an internationally recognized music producer in Vietnam. He produced major international events, including the Westlife concert in Vietnam.

From the moment Anh Tuấn joined Vietnam Television, he made a lasting impression with shows like Trò chơi Âm nhạc, MTV’s music chart, the annual Miss Vietnam contest, and large-scale events. In 2003, he transitioned from hosting to becoming a producer and director for international music shows and live concerts. His diverse career, all linked by a love for music, has made him an outstanding MC and TV host for music and entertainment programs.

Trần Quang Minh, born on June 18, 1975, in Hanoi, is an editor and television host at Vietnam Television. He is the Deputy Head of Content Interaction at the Youth Department of VTV6.

After completing his studies in broadcast journalism abroad, Quang Minh returned to Vietnam and worked as a translator for Vietnam News Agency. He joined VTV3 in the early 2000s, making a positive impact on viewers with a number of game shows.

Fans of Trần Quang Minh will always remember him as the friendly, approachable, and cheerful host of shows like “Chúng tôi là chiến sĩ” and “Bữa trưa vui vẻ.”

Nguyên Khang, whose full name is Đoàn Nguyên Khang, is a beloved TV host. However, few people know that he is also a top graduate in Engineering Physics from the University of Danang’s Ho Chi Minh City Polytechnic.

Realizing that he wasn’t suited for the field he studied, he started to look for a more fitting career. While still in his third year of university, Nguyên Khang began hosting weddings for a fee of 200,000 VND. He later boosted his income by hosting international weddings, earning 500,000 VND per event.

In 2006, Nguyên Khang launched his hosting career and ranked among the top 10 finalists in a talent search for hosts held by Ho Chi Minh City Television.

In 2007, he co-hosted the youth program “Thế giới tuổi teen” with MC Quỳnh Chi. He won the Cầu Vồng contest on VTV6 in 2009 and the grand prize of the “Born to Shine” competition in 2017, where he showcased his talent with traditional musical instruments.

Fluent in English, Nguyên Khang plays four musical instruments: piano, đàn nguyệt, đàn nhị, and đàn tứ. Having traveled to over 30 countries, he also hosts numerous shows for HTV7, HTV9, VTV3, and THVL1, including The Voice, X Factor, Không Giới Hạn – Sasuke Vietnam, Sing My Song, Dancing with the Stars, Tuyệt đỉnh song ca cặp đôi vàng, Tuyệt đỉnh song ca nhí, and Người hát tình ca.

Công Tố, whose full name is Phạm Công Tố, was born on March 7, 1991. He is a popular MC at VTV, known for his charming looks and dynamic presence.

Công Tố rose to fame after winning two prestigious awards for 'Most Popular MC' and 'Best MC at Handling Situations' at the 2012 'Cầu Vồng' competition. Following his success, he officially joined VTV6 as an MC, where he hosted programs such as 'Ghế không tựa' and 'Chung cư 22+'. With his good looks, youthful energy, and confident style, Công Tố has become a favorite among audiences, especially young viewers.

MC Công Tố also won the 'Impressive MC' award at the 2014 'Ấn tượng VTV' awards. Thanks to his growing popularity, many of his fellow artists supported him during the 2015 'VTV Ấn tượng' competition.

Bình Minh is a well-known television host and actor, recognized for his talent and charismatic presence. With a bright career ahead, he has earned numerous awards, including 'Most Favorite Actor' for his role as Chí Cùa in the film 'Vật chứng mong manh' and 'Impressive Supermodel' at the 'Asian Fashion Model Search' competition.

Some of the popular programs he has hosted include 'Chung sức', 'Thử tài Thách trí', 'The Winner Is', 'Sức sống mới', 'Sắc màu cuộc sống', 'Ai thông minh hơn học sinh lớp 5', among others. He won the prestigious 'Mai Vàng Award' for 'Favorite TV Host' in 2012 with the show 'Vua đầu bếp: MasterChef Vietnam' and in 2013 with 'Ai là người chiến thắng'.

As an actor, Bình Minh has appeared in numerous successful films, such as 'Công ty thời trang' (2005), 'Vũ điệu Tử Thần' (2006), 'Đi về phía Mặt Trời' (2006), 'Cô gái xấu xí' (2009 - VTV3), 'Người cộng sự' (2013 - VTV1), and more.

Lại Văn Sâm (born June 10, 1957) is a distinguished People’s Artist, journalist, television host, and editor at Vietnam Television (VTV). He is credited with being one of the pioneers who introduced game shows to VTV3.

Born in Phú Thọ, Lại Văn Sâm studied Hindi in the Soviet Union for 12 years, though his major was not journalism. He became a household name as the host of popular VTV3 game shows such as 'SV 96', 'SV 2000', 'Trò chơi thi đấu liên tỉnh', 'Đấu trí', 'Đấu trường 100', 'Chiếc nón kỳ diệu', 'Hãy chọn giá đúng', 'Chúng tôi là chiến sĩ', and 'Ai là triệu phú'. He currently hosts 'Không giới hạn - Sasuke Việt Nam', 'Ký ức vui vẻ', and 'Cơ hội cho ai? (Whose Chance)'.

Lại Văn Sâm is also known for being one of the key figures who brought game shows to VTV3, and he now serves as the head of the VTV3 programming department.

Thanh Bạch, whose full birth name is Lê Thanh Bạch (born December 1, 1959, in An Đức, Long Hồ, Vĩnh Long), is a renowned Vietnamese television host, actor, and comedian. Known for his lively and humorous hosting style, he has become a household name in Vietnam. His charm and engaging personality on stage have made him a standout figure, with few other hosts matching his unique approach. Thanh Bạch's professional training has further polished his skills, which has contributed to his immense popularity over the years.

As the first professionally trained host in Vietnam post-1975, Thanh Bạch quickly gained recognition with his work on children's music programs like 'Bé khoẻ bé ngoan' (2000-2001) and 'Tuổi thần tiên'. He also hosted major national events, including the Miss Vietnam competition, 'Duyên dáng Việt Nam', and the live show 'Con cò bé bé' by Xuân Mai. Besides his hosting career, Thanh Bạch made his mark as an actor, notably as Tám Cù Móc in the comedy group 'Tuổi Trẻ Cười Sống', founded in 1987. He also starred in a popular comedy series called 'Những người thích đùa', which became a sensation during its time.

Having contributed to countless television and stage productions, Thanh Bạch is regarded as one of Vietnam's most successful and influential television personalities.

Mai Quyền Linh, born in 1969, began his career with various roles in television dramas starting in 1992. He became well-known for portraying humble, honest characters with a rural charm that resonated with audiences.

In 2004, Quyền Linh transitioned to hosting with the game show 'Nhịp sống sôi động' on Ho Chi Minh City Television, though it did not achieve the success he had hoped. Initially reluctant to move into hosting, feeling he lacked the skill for it, he was unsure about taking the plunge.

However, in 2005, Quyền Linh accepted another hosting role for a reality TV show called 'Vượt lên chính mình'. This unique program featured contestants from impoverished backgrounds competing for debt relief and business loans based on their success in the show’s challenges. Although he initially received criticism for his awkward presenting style, he quickly adapted and won the viewers’ hearts with his authentic and humorous approach. From 2005 to 2008, the show earned multiple accolades including 'Best TV Show' and 'Best Host' at the Mai Vàng Awards. Quyền Linh is recognized as one of the artists with the most Mai Vàng awards to date.

Building on the unexpected success of 'Vượt lên chính mình', Quyền Linh went on to host a variety of other TV programs and gameshows such as 'Tam sao thất bản', 'Ai là ai', 'Chúc mừng sinh nhật', 'Con đường chinh phục', 'Gia đình hạnh phúc', and 'Bạn muốn hẹn hò'. In 2006, he was invited to be a judge for the 'Best TV Host' competition in Ho Chi Minh City and a similar event in Can Tho.