Top 10 Most Popular Entertainment Shows in Vietnam 2022

I Can See Your Voice is a music-based game show mixed with humor, aired on HTV7. This spin-off show is part of the international franchise 'I Can See Your Voice', originating from South Korea, with versions in Indonesia and Thailand. The show features three rounds of gameplay. Seven mystery singers take the stage, some with amazing voices and others with poor ones. After the three rounds, the team that correctly identifies the talented singers wins. The show is filmed at Pixel Factory Studio in Go Vap, Ho Chi Minh City. Originally planned to halt production in April 2020 due to COVID-19, the show continued under strict safety measures with a limited audience. Auditions for season five were scheduled for March 13-15, 2020, but were canceled due to the pandemic, with online auditions starting in April and the final selection of mystery singers in May.

Who's the One? is a show created in collaboration between Ho Chi Minh City Television and Vie Channel, designed to help single women find their ideal partner from a group of five male contestants. This love-themed show is based on a popular format originally from Thailand.

The first episode aired on HTV2 - Vie Channel, Vie Entertainment - VTVCab 1 on November 2, 2018. The format follows a single woman on her search for a partner, where she must eliminate men who are either taken or from the LGBTQ+ community. Each episode includes a panel of advisors who assist the contestant in making her choice. The show is hosted by Trấn Thành, with singer Hương Giang as a consistent advisor, later replaced by supermodel Minh Tú in season 4, along with rotating guest advisors. The show has three rounds: five contestants introduce themselves through video clips, and the woman eliminates one contestant. The remaining four men participate in a challenge, from which one is further eliminated. The final three share their personal stories, and the woman must choose her ideal match. In the first two rounds, the eliminated contestants reveal whether they are single, taken, or part of the LGBTQ+ community. In the final round, after the woman’s selection, the three remaining contestants disclose their true identities. If the woman picks the correct single man, they receive a dinner date as a prize. If she selects someone already in a relationship or from the LGBTQ+ community, the prize is forfeited. International Transgender Queen 2018, Hương Giang, has shared that her 'rainbow eyes' will help her spot anyone not fitting the single criteria. Meanwhile, Trấn Thành, as the host, often surprises the panel with sharp and humorous remarks during filming.

Thank God You're Here! is a situational comedy show produced by the Vietnam Television Film Center and Đông Tây Promotion, inspired by the famous Australian comedy program 'Thank God You're Here'. The show premiered on October 11, 2014, on VTV3 and quickly won the hearts of viewers, securing four Mai Vàng awards and 11 other nominations at the same ceremony.

Thank God You're Here! challenges artists to showcase their improvisation skills on stage by participating in a skit with no prior knowledge of the script. The only information they have beforehand is the costumes and props (if any) they will use, which are given just before they step on stage. Each artist participates in a skit or comedic performance in a unique room, designed specifically for them, with a room leader chosen by the director. Upon entering, they are greeted by a variation of the phrase 'Thank God you're here!' from the actors already on stage. The room leader, assistant leaders, and supporting actors then challenge the artist’s improvisation skills by guiding them through a flexible script, while also playing along to create humorous moments that lead to an emotional climax.

The skits typically continue until the host or judges press a button to stop the performance. In the first five seasons, only one outstanding artist won a souvenir cup, but from season 6 onwards, due to audience voting, multiple winners could now receive the cup if they received the same number of votes.

Fast as Lightning is a game show co-produced by Ho Chi Minh City Television and Đông Tây Promotion, based on the Thai program 'Pritsana Fah Laep'. Contestants are challenged with tricky and sometimes amusing questions in order to win. The show first aired on April 7, 2018, on HTV7, VTVCab 1 - Vie Entertainment, and HanoiTV1. Trường Giang and Hari Won are the main hosts of the show.

Each episode of Fast as Lightning features six contestants, split into two teams of three. The teams compete in a knockout format, with the winning team advancing to the next round. Over the seasons, the game show has introduced various changes to the rules and prize structure. The winning team faces a final challenge where they must stand before a pole and list 20 answers within one minute, based on a topic provided by the show. Each team member must take turns giving an answer, without repeating any answers. If the team lists 20 or more answers, they win the grand prize.

All members of the winning team can choose whether to continue in the competition or leave. If they decide to leave, another contestant will take their place in the next round.

The Comedy Challenge is a Vietnamese game show co-produced by Ho Chi Minh City Television and Dien Quan Media & Entertainment. The show has been aired on HTV7 since April 15, 2015.

The Comedy Challenge is an interactive program where contestants have one minute to make the show's two judges laugh and win a cash prize for each round. In a television landscape filled with dramatic, intense, or tear-jerking moments, this light-hearted, comedic game show brings a fresh breeze to Vietnamese entertainment. The show offers a fun and entertaining platform for those with a talent for comedy, providing an enjoyable mental escape without intense competition or educational themes. Above all, it offers contestants the chance to win valuable prizes simply by using their sense of humor. Contestants are free to exit the competition at any time.

Starting from season 2, The Comedy Challenge added a Gala round for standout contestants. These participants will perform their best comedy acts without interruption. There is only one grand prize of 150,000,000 VND for the contestant who successfully makes the judges laugh through all five rounds.

The Road to Mount Olympia is a televised quiz competition for high school students, produced by the Ministry of Education and Training and Vietnam Television since 1999. THACO has been the main sponsor since the 17th season.

The Road to Mount Olympia holds the title of the longest-running game show still airing on VTV3 and is highly cherished by Vietnamese students. Each year, 36 weekly competitions, 12 monthly contests, 4 quarterly rounds, and one annual final are broadcast live on VTV3. The show is currently in its 23rd season. The competition's name, 'The Road to Mount Olympia,' symbolizes a race to reach the summit of knowledge, where the first contestant to reach the top wins the coveted laurels. Many scholars argue that if it's a mountain to climb, the correct name should be 'The Road to Mount Olympus,' referring to the highest peak in Greece, not Olympia, which is associated with the Olympic Games and a city in Washington, USA. The winner of each round is the contestant with the highest score after completing four sections or answering a series of tiebreaker questions. Additionally, starting from season 8, Swinburne University of Technology in Australia awards full, half, and quarter scholarships to the top three finalists who choose to study there. The final round's winners receive cash prizes and scholarship opportunities.

Since the 17th season, only 11th-grade students are eligible to participate. After winning the competition, champions must complete their 12th-grade studies and pass the national high school exams to be eligible for international studies.

Rap Viet is a rap music game show adapted from the Thai program The Rapper, produced by Workpoint TV, in collaboration with Vie Channel and Ho Chi Minh City Television. The show airs weekly on HTV2 - Vie Channel, VTVCab 1 - Vie Giải Trí, and the VieON app every Saturday at 8:00 PM, from August 1 to November 14, 2020. Season 2 aired from October 16, 2021, to January 26, 2022.

The show features four main coaches: Rhymastic, Suboi, Wowy, Karik, and Binz, along with judges JustaTee and Lil' Knight, and hosted by Trấn Thành. Special assistance for contestants comes from guest artists like Anh Tú, Mia, Trần Tùng Anh, DJ Mie, and dance crews such as Game On, Bước Nhảy, Xbizz Kid, Saigon Peachez, Last Fire Crew, and Joker Rock. When the show was first announced, many rap music fans expressed their doubts about Trấn Thành hosting, questioning his expertise in the rap genre. However, others defended him, highlighting his versatility and ability to handle diverse roles, which helped boost the show's viewership.

Amid debates about Trấn Thành's suitability, Wowy, one of the coaches, spoke out in defense of the host. He explained that having a specialist in rap as the MC could make the show too rigid, while Trấn Thành's role was to balance and connect with the contestants, creating a more comfortable and engaging atmosphere for them to express themselves.

Two Days, One Night is a reality experience show produced by Ho Chi Minh City Television and Đông Tây Promotion, airing on HTV7 since June 19, 2022. It is the Vietnamese version of the South Korean show of the same name, which is the second international adaptation following the Chinese version.

The current cast includes Trường Giang, Kiều Minh Tuấn, Ngô Kiến Huy, Lê Dương Bảo Lâm, Cris Phan, and HIEUTHUHAI. The show's slogan is 'Self-reliance, Self-care,' offering unique experiences for the participants. Aiming to promote Vietnam's tourism and culture, Two Days, One Night is filmed at various historical sites and scenic landmarks across the country. The challenges are designed to reflect the local culture and stories of the places visited. Over 30 cameras are used to capture every moment, recording the cast's daily activities. While South Korea provides advisory support, they are not directly involved in production, unlike the format of Running Man.

The first episode of Two Days, One Night aired on June 19, 2022. The first season was broadcast every Sunday at 8:30 PM on HTV7, with simultaneous streaming on the VieON app. Episodes are also available on the official YouTube channels of Đông Tây Promotion and the show.

Running Man Vietnam is the Vietnamese adaptation of the popular South Korean reality TV show Running Man. It is the third version of the Running Man franchise, following the South Korean and Chinese adaptations.

The show is a collaboration between Ho Chi Minh City Television, SBS, and Đông Tây Promotion, and has been airing on HTV7 since April 6, 2019. In its first season, the program aired at 7:30 PM every Saturday on HTV7, with reruns at 8:00, 8:10, and 8:45 PM on the same night. The second season started airing on Sundays at 8:30 PM, beginning September 19, 2021, also on HTV7, and simultaneously streamed on the VieON app. Additional airings include Tuesday at 2:20 PM, Saturday at 5:30 PM on HTV2, Sunday at 1:45 PM on HTV9, and Sunday at 8:00 PM on VTVcab 1 - Vie Giải Trí. The show is also broadcast in South Korea and other countries. The season's eight members include Ninh Dương Lan Ngọc, Trường Giang, Ngô Kiến Huy, Trương Thế Vinh, Jun Phạm, Thuý Ngân, Karik, and Liên Bỉnh Phát.

Similar to the previous Running Man adaptations, Running Man Vietnam features challenges that help contestants gather clues or collect items needed for the name-tag-ripping game, which determines the winner of each race. Contestants are divided into teams or play as individuals.

7 Smiles of Spring is a Vietnamese comedy and reality TV show produced by Ho Chi Minh City Television in collaboration with Đông Tây Promotion. It premiered on January 21, 2018, and has since aired five seasons with a total of 105 episodes.

Starting from season 2, the format changed as some cast members, such as Hari Won in season 2 and Tiến Luật in season 3, couldn't participate regularly. The show now features 5 or 6 core members, with 1 to 3 guest stars joining the team, making up to 9 people participating in the games. The rules remain the same as the first season. In the 5th season, the show continues to succeed in delivering laughter and relaxation to its viewers. 7 Smiles of Spring airs every Monday at 9:05 PM on HTV7. Contestants are typically divided into two teams or play individually. Each team earns points for winning games, and the team with fewer points at the end faces a penalty. Between the games, short sketches featuring the core cast members are performed.

The show has gained a significant fanbase, earning numerous awards and greatly increasing the popularity of its cast members.