Top 13 Vietnamese Singers Who Have Achieved Success as Actors

Phạm Duy Thuận, better known by his stage name Jun Phạm (born July 24, 1989, in Ho Chi Minh City), was a member of the popular boy band 365daband from 2010 until its disbandment in 2016.

With his bright appearance, handsome, masculine looks, and a charming 'baby face', Jun Phạm quickly became a favorite among film producers. He starred in several hit films like Tấm Cám: The Untold Story, 12 Zodiac Signs: A Love Story, The Girl from Yesterday, and 100 Days with You. Additionally, Jun also worked as a co-writer on some of these projects.

Trương Quỳnh Anh, born Đặng Trương Quỳnh Anh on January 12, 1989, in Khánh Hòa, is known for her hit songs like Đơn Côi, Mưa Ơi Thôi Đừng Khóc, Thế Nhé Anh, and Dành Cả Thanh Xuân Cho Một Người.

Her career in acting began at the young age of 18 when she made her debut in the film Ký Túc Xá. With her natural acting style and innate talent, Trương Quỳnh Anh quickly became known for her compelling performances. Early films she starred in include Sóng Gió Cuộc Đời, Một Ngày Không Có Em, Cuộc Chiến Hoa Hồng, and Bóng Ma Học Đường.

Mỹ Tâm, born on January 16, 1981, began her music career early, winning first place in a solo singing competition at the age of 16. Since 2002, with her consistent creativity and impact, she has become one of the top singers in Vietnam.

Although not heavily involved in film projects, Mỹ Tâm's acting talent was highly praised in the musical film "Cho Một Tình Yêu", where she played the role of Linh Đan, a wealthy young woman passionate about singing. A family crisis causes Linh Đan to lose everything, and she must rebuild her life from scratch. Her portrayal resonated with audiences, depicting the resilience of a young woman overcoming unimaginable adversity. In addition to acting, Mỹ Tâm also worked as the music producer for this film, which was the first Vietnamese musical to receive widespread acclaim.

More recently, Mỹ Tâm made a significant impact with the 2019 film "Chị Trợ Lý Của Anh". Not only did she act as the lead role of Khả Doanh, but she also served as the screenwriter and director (under the name Mira Dương). The film tells the story of Khả Doanh, a skilled woman who becomes the assistant of a young businessman, Phúc Nam, in order to save her family’s company. In this journey, she unexpectedly discovers true love.

Ngô Kiến Huy, born on June 29, 1988, in Ho Chi Minh City, is best known for his high tenor voice and his work in the pop-ballad genre. Some of his most popular songs include Giả Vờ Yêu, Mưa Sao Bằng, and Ngô Kiến Huy Là Tôi.

In addition to his music career, Ngô Kiến Huy’s charming looks, endearing smile, and natural talent have made him a frequent choice for film producers. He has appeared in several Vietnamese films, such as Thiên Sứ 99, Chàng Trai Năm Ấy, Em Là Bà Nội Của Anh, 49 Ngày 2, and most recently as the male lead in Cô Gái Đến Từ Hôm Qua. Known for his effortless, humorous acting style, he has won the hearts of many audiences.

Đông Nhi, born Mai Hồng Ngọc on October 13, 1988, is a popular Vietnamese singer and songwriter. She is considered one of the pioneers of the online music scene in Vietnam. Some of her most well-known hits include Bối Rối, Ngọt Ngào, Khóc, Vì Ai Vì Anh, Xin Anh Đừng, Cho Em Một Lần Yêu, and Giận Lòng.

While Đông Nhi hasn't fully established herself as a prominent actress, she has certainly won the audience's hearts with her cute and playful performances in the TV series "Nhất Quỷ Nhì Ma, Thứ Ba Học Trò". She has also shown her acting skills in other popular projects, such as the school drama "Giải Cứu Thần Chết", "Thứ 3 Học Trò", and the short film "Còn Nơi Đó Chờ Em". In each role, Đông Nhi's performances have been well-loved by fans and viewers.

Phương Thanh, born Bùi Thị Phương Thanh on April 27, 1973, is one of the leading singers of the 90s, known for her distinctive raspy voice. Her unique style quickly gained her a massive fan base. Some of her iconic songs include Trống Vắng, Một Thời Đã Xa, Giã Từ Dĩ Vãng, Tình Cờ, and Khi Giấc Mơ Về.

In addition to her music career, Phương Thanh made a successful transition into acting, taking on supporting roles that left a strong impression on audiences. She excelled in various films such as Đẻ Mướn, Khi Đàn Ông Có Bầu, Hồn Trương Ba Da Hàng Thịt, Nụ Hôn Thần Chết, Đẹp Từng Centimet, Giải Cứu Thần Chết, and Hot Boy Nổi Loạn, as well as several television series.

Phạm Đan Trường, known to his family as Bo, was born on November 29, 1976. He became a prominent figure in Vietnam's pop music scene in the late 1990s. Some of his famous songs include Kiếp Ve Sầu, Đi Về Nơi Xa, Tình Quay Gót, Tình Khúc Vàng, Mãi Mãi Một Tình Yêu, Chim Trắng Mồ Côi (a duet with Cẩm Ly), and Khi Cô Đơn Em Nhớ Ai.

In addition to his music career, Đan Trường has ventured into acting, starring in several notable films. His breakthrough in acting came with the fairy tale film Vua Hóa Cò, followed by the movie Hoàng Tử Chăn Lợn and the highly successful action film Võ Lâm Truyền Kỳ, which was released during the Tết holidays in 2006. Later, in 2009, Đan Trường played the lead role in the popular TV series Nhất Quỷ Nhì Ma. He also appeared in the 2012 film Người Chồng Bất Đắc Dĩ.

Hồ Ngọc Hà, born on November 25, 1984, in Thừa Thiên Huế, is a famous Vietnamese singer and actress. Known by her nickname Hà Hồ, she has French-Vietnamese roots, with her father, Hồ Sĩ An, being of French-Vietnamese descent, and her mother, Ngọc Hương, Vietnamese. From an early age, she possessed striking beauty and a distinctly Western appearance.

With her stunning looks and sharp intellect, Hồ Ngọc Hà made her mark in the entertainment world through both singing and acting. After establishing herself as a successful model, she moved to Ho Chi Minh City in 2003 to pursue her dream of becoming a singer. Her breakthrough came when she participated in the show “Người Đẹp Hát” (The Beautiful Singer), which marked the beginning of her singing career. Today, she is one of the most influential figures in the Vietnamese entertainment industry. Some of her popular songs include “Và Em Đã Yêu,” “Tìm Lại Giấc Mơ,” and “Xin Hãy Thứ Tha.” In 2005, she was nominated for the “Diva Vietnam – New Generation” award, and with her unique husky voice, she has achieved immense success with hits like “Đêm Nghe Tiếng Mưa,” “Giấc Mơ Chỉ Là Giấc Mơ,” and “Khi Ta Yêu Nhau.”

Hồ Ngọc Hà has received numerous accolades, including 2 Cống Hiến awards from 12 nominations, placing fourth among the most nominated artists. She has also won many other awards such as Mai Vàng, HTV Award, Làn Sóng Xanh, Album Vàng, and Yan Vpop 20. On April 14, 2012, she won the title of Most Favorite Female Singer at the HTV Award, receiving 14,216 votes. In addition to her music career, she has appeared in several TV dramas, including “Hoa Cỏ May,” “39 Độ Yêu,” and “Chiến Dịch Trái Tim Bên Phải.”

Chi Pu, born Nguyễn Thùy Chi on June 14, 1993, in Hanoi, Vietnam, is a popular actress, singer, and social media personality. Initially gaining fame as a hot girl, Chi Pu captured public attention with her sweet appearance and charming personality. Alongside her acting talent and striking looks, she ventured into the music industry, fulfilling her dream of becoming a singer despite the challenges.

Chi Pu's rise to fame began when she participated in a beauty contest. While starting as a hot girl, she built her reputation through her own abilities, not relying on her looks alone. Today, Chi Pu is one of the most followed Vietnamese artists on social media. Known for her clean image and avoiding scandals, she has won the admiration of many fans. She became widely recognized for her role as Nana, the princess, in the youth-oriented sitcom “5S Online,” and later starred in several TV dramas and films like “Hương Ga,” “Mối Tình Đầu Của Tôi,” and “Chị Chị Em Em.”

As a singer, Chi Pu has released hit songs such as “Anh ơi Ở lại” and “Mời Anh Vào Tim Em.” Although initially known as a hot girl, she has proven her genuine talent and determination to succeed in the music industry. Chi Pu's journey to becoming a singer has not been easy, but she has made a name for herself, and her fans have accepted her voice as one of her greatest rewards. Besides her singing and acting career, Chi Pu has also ventured into producing and scriptwriting. She worked as a producer and scriptwriter for the films “My Sunshine” in 2014 and “Tỉnh Giấc Tôi Thấy Mình Trong Ai” in 2016.

Hoàng Thùy Linh was born on August 11, 1988, in Hanoi, Vietnam. She comes from a family with a strong artistic background. Linh is a versatile talent, working as a singer, actress, and model. Over the course of her career, she has won 4 Cống Hiến Awards out of 6 nominations.

In 2019, Hoàng Thùy Linh made a successful return to the V-pop scene with her hit song "Để Mị Nói Cho Mà Nghe," which quickly rose to the top of YouTube's trending list in Vietnam. Following this success, she continued to release more tracks, consistently ranking high on YouTube's trending charts. In 2022, she released the single "Gieo Quẻ," which reached No. 1 on YouTube's Trending list and secured a high position on Vietnam's music charts, including the Top 3 on Billboard Vietnam's Hot 100 and Top Vietnamese Songs.

Recently, Hoàng Thùy Linh has continued to captivate audiences with songs like “See Tình,” “Bo Xì Bo,” and “Hạ Phỏm,” all of which have not only trended but also gone viral on platforms like TikTok, even gaining popularity outside Vietnam. In addition to her music career, Linh is also an actress, starring in the drama series “Mê Cung” and the upcoming film “Không Ngại Cưới, Chỉ Cần Một Lý Do,” a fun, modern, and youthful family comedy film that is highly anticipated.

Minh Hằng, born on June 22, 1987, and also known as Lê Ngọc Minh Hằng, is a Vietnamese singer and actress, affectionately nicknamed "bé Heo" (Little Pig). Although she started her career in the entertainment industry as a singer, she quickly gained acclaim for her acting skills. With a natural, emotionally expressive acting style, she soon became one of the most promising figures in Vietnamese cinema. Some of her notable films include: "Gọi Giấc Mơ Về," "Mộng Phù Du," "Vì Đó Là Em," "Cái Bóng Bên Chồng," "Những Nụ Hôn Rực Rỡ," and "Ngôi Nhà Hạnh Phúc." Her role as Phụng in "Gọi Giấc Mơ Về" earned her the title of "Favorite Actress of the Year" in 2007, an award given by HTV viewers. After her role in the film "Vừa Đi Vừa Khóc," she decided to focus more on her music career, although she continued to receive invitations from filmmakers.

As a singer, Minh Hằng has produced several chart-topping hits that have captured the hearts of her fans, such as: "123 Chia Tay," "Một Vòng Trái Đất" (with Tim), "Sắc Môi Em Hồng," "Chia Tay Cuối" (with Lưu Chí Vĩ), "Người Điên Yêu," "Người Vô Hình," "Yêu Lầm Anh," "Lòng Ích Kỷ," and "Điện Thoại Yêu Sim." Her collaboration with Tim on "Một Vòng Trái Đất" became a massive hit, making waves in the music scene.

Miu Lê, born Lê Ánh Nhật on July 5, 1991, in Ho Chi Minh City, began her career in the entertainment industry with her role as July Miu in "Những Thiên Thần Áo Trắng." However, she didn't make a significant impact at first. After some time out of the spotlight, she returned to music, adopting the stage name Miu Lê, derived from her character and her family name, under the management of NewGen Entertainment.

As a singer, Miu Lê gained popularity with several hit songs like "Em Nhớ Anh," "Giả Vờ Nhưng Em Yêu Anh," and "Em Vẫn Hi Vọng." Despite her musical success, she continued to pursue acting, appearing in films like "Yêu Em Anh Dám Không?" and "Nhà Có Năm Nàng Tiên." She made a lasting mark with her memorable role as Thanh Nga in the hit film "Em Là Bà Nội Của Anh," which grossed over 100 billion VND after two months in theaters, setting a box office record for Vietnamese cinema. Miu Lê also starred in the successful adaptation of "Cô Gái Đến Từ Hôm Qua" (2017), based on Nguyễn Nhật Ánh's novel, which performed just as well as the acclaimed "Tôi Thấy Hoa Vàng Trên Cỏ Xanh."

Hari Won, born Lưu Esther on June 23, 1985, is a Korean-Vietnamese artist who gained popularity after participating in the reality show "Cuộc Đua Kỳ Thú" in 2013. Her career as a singer took off soon after, with hit songs like "Anh Cứ Đi Đi," "Hương Đêm Bay Xa," "Làm Sao Để Yêu," and "Love You Hate You."

In addition to her musical success, Hari Won's charming appearance and beautiful smile caught the attention of many directors, leading to numerous roles in both television and film. To date, she has featured in over 10 films, earning praise for her performances. Her notable movies include "49 Ngày 2" (with Ngô Kiến Huy), "Chàng Trai Năm Ấy" (with Sơn Tùng MTP, Ngô Kiến Huy, and Hứa Vĩ Văn), and "Bệnh Viện Ma" (alongside Trấn Thành, Thu Trang, Tiến Luật, and La Thành), all of which were well-received by audiences.