Hoa Minzy: From "Star Academy" Champion to A-list Singer in Demand

(Dan Tri) - The journey from "Star Academy" Champion to A-list star with a salary of 700 million VND of Hoa Minzy is a testament to the talent, efforts, and endless passion of the girl from the hometown of Quan Ho Bac Ninh .

"Star Academy" Champion: Starting from a simple dream

Born in Bac Ninh, a land famous for its sweet Quan Ho melodies, Hoa Minzy (real name Nguyen Thi Hoa, born in 1995) possesses a voice that is both clear and powerful.

Although no one in her family pursued an artistic career, her love of music inspired her from a young age. After finishing high school, Hoa Minzy asked her mother to let her go to Hanoi to earn a living and pursue her passion for music. She sang in tea rooms and coffee shops to save money for vocal lessons.

In 2014, Hoa Minzy entered the entertainment world when she participated in Star Academy - a reality TV show - to search for young musical talent.

Hoa Minzy at the qualifying round of "Star Academy" (Photo: BHD).

During the Star Academy competition, Hoa Minzy quickly became the center of attention thanks to her flexible transformation ability. She could sing vibrant songs like What to Eat (duet with Mr.T) with explosive energy, while also conquering the audience with deep, emotional ballads.

Her versatility in handling songs, combined with her strong personality and sincerity, helped her stand out among the talented contestants.

In the final night, Hoa Minzy excelled over her opponents to win the championship, marking a promising start to her career.

Winning Star Academy is not only a title but also a ticket for Hoa Minzy to enter the competitive entertainment world. However, the initial halo does not mean a path full of roses.

The moment Hoa Minzy became the Champion of "Star Academy" (Photo: BHD).

After the competition, Hoa Minzy faced great pressure: How to overcome the shadow of the champion title and assert herself in a harsh music market, where new faces continuously appear.

During the period from 2014 to 2017, Hoa Minzy worked hard to release many music products, collaborating with famous musicians such as: Nguyen Hai Phong, Duy Anh, Mr.T and Tien Cookie.

However, songs like: Thu chua gui anh , Gui, An gi day or Mua nho lai did not create the expected resonance. The female singer could not hide her sadness and discouragement when faced with comments from the audience that "singing forever without a hit".

The pressure from the public and from herself when she was crowned champion made her stressed many times. At times, she was overshadowed by a series of other young artists who quickly rose to fame thanks to their hit songs or great support.

However, instead of giving up, Hoa Minzy chose to work silently, hone her skills and wait for an opportunity to break through.

It was her patience and steely spirit in those early years that laid a solid foundation for her brilliant success later on.

Singer with 700 million VND salary: The journey to break through and shine

After years of struggling to find a foothold, 2018 marked a major turning point in Hoa Minzy's career. With the MV "Roi Bo" (Vu Huy Hoang), she bet everything, declaring that she would withdraw from the music industry if the song was not successful.

As a result, this emotional ballad, with its soulful melody and Hoa Minzy's powerful voice, touched the hearts of millions of listeners. "Roy Boi" quickly became a hit, helping Hoa Minzy shake off the image of a "singer coming out of a game show".

This success helped her become more confident and dare to consider herself a professional singer.

Hoa Minzy and Tran Quoc Anh in the MV "Leaving" released in 2018 (Photo: Character provided).

Also in 2018, Hoa Minzy continued to make her mark when she received the Favorite Female Singer award at the Zing Music Awards. This award was not only a recognition for her efforts in the early stages but also a motivation for her to go further.

Along with that, Hoa Minzy began to appear regularly on television shows such as Familiar Faces or Lightning Fast , where she demonstrated her versatility, humor and charm.

Her friendly and sincere personality has helped her build a large fan base, while creating a special attraction in the eyes of audiences and brands.

2020 marked an important milestone in Hoa Minzy's career with the music project Khong the cung nhau suot kiep . The product was inspired by the tragic historical love story between King Bao Dai and Queen Nam Phuong.

"Khong the cung nhau suot kiep" is not just a song but a work of art combining music and cinema, with the MV built like a poetic short film.

Hoa Minzy's emotional voice blends with the tragic story, creating a product that touches people's hearts. The MV quickly reached over 100 million views on YouTube, becoming a phenomenon on social networks and receiving countless compliments from audiences and experts.

The success of Khong The Cung Nhau Suot Kiep brought the female singer the Song of the Year award at Lan Song Xanh 2020 - one of the most prestigious awards in Vietnam - and at the same time brought Hoa Minzy's name to a new height.

She was also nominated in the Best Female Singer category of the Dedication Awards, confirming recognition from professionals.

Hoa Minzy transformed into Thi Mau in the MV of the same name released in 2023 (Photo: Character's Facebook).

After giving birth, Hoa Minzy made an impressive comeback in early 2023 with the MV Thi Mau . The product with strong folk melodies proved the perfect match between her voice and this music genre.

Following that success, the collaboration between Hoa Minzy and Tang Duy Tan in the song Turn on Love created a huge hit.

Both of these songs were honored to be named in the top 10 favorite songs at Blue Wave 2023, marking the sublime return of Hoa Minzy on the Vietnamese music map.

In early 2024, Hoa Minzy made a strong mark in her career when she consecutively received 5 prestigious trophies from prestigious awards such as Blue Wave and Golden Apricot. In particular, the victory in the category of Favorite Singer of the Audience demonstrated the warm affection that the public has for her.

Hoa Minzy shared that she had to wait 10 years to get this recognition.

"I am extremely happy to receive recognition from both professionals and audiences. Throughout my career, I have experienced many ups and downs. These awards are a great motivation, helping me to be more confident on my singing path," said Hoa Minzy.

Hoa Minzy caused a stir with the MV "Bac Bling" released in early March (Photo: Character provided).

In early March, Hoa Minzy released the MV Bac Bling and quickly created a fever in the Vietnamese music market.

With nearly 95 million views on YouTube as of the morning of March 28, this MV has not only stirred up the domestic music scene but also left its mark on the world music map.

The success of Bac Bling has affirmed Hoa Minzy's talent and dedication. This work has brought her name to a new level and opened up many great opportunities in the singer's career.

A private source revealed to Dan Tri reporter: "Hoa Minzy's salary is currently nearly 700 million VND, double the previous amount." This salary used to range from 300 million VND to 350 million VND. It truly reflects her great appeal in the entertainment industry.

According to this person, Hoa Minzy is the choice for big shows thanks to her ability to stir up the stage. This increase in her salary also puts her on par with many veteran artists and shows that the market is appreciating creative artists.

Another source also said that the advertising contract of the 9X female singer has now doubled in price.

Sharing with Dan Tri reporter, media expert and event organizer Hong Quang Minh said that determining singer's salary does not have a fixed formula but is based on many factors.

According to Mr. Minh, the first is the current popularity. The expert cited the case of Hoa Minzy after the Bac Bling effect - when market demand increased sharply - the show's salary also jumped according to the law of supply and demand.

"The second is influence and personal brand, measured by loyal fans, media coverage, social media interactions and the ability to sell concert tickets.

Third is the type of event, if it is a show, a big brand, television or a high-end event, the budget will be different from a community event. Fourth is the ability to perform live, artists with good stage skills, creating strong crowd effects will always have a higher price.

Finally, it is the rarity of accepting shows. The less an artist appears, the more valuable they are. This explains why many artists choose shows to keep their pay at a high level," Mr. Minh analyzed.

Hoa Minzy has proven that from a young and enthusiastic girl coming out of the Star Academy, she has become an artist with an admirable salary.

The 9X female singer’s journey is an inspiring story of perseverance, passion and constant effort. Not only stopping at success in music, Hoa Minzy also expanded her career to other fields, affirming her diverse talent and strong appeal.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/giai-tri/hoa-minzy-tu-quan-quan-hoc-vien-ngoi-sao-den-ca-si-hang-a-duoc-san-don-20250328083024451.htm