Beautiful and talented female MC exclusively interviews legendary Kenny G in Hanoi

(Dan Tri) - Mai Anh Thu is a bilingual MC and television editor who has hosted many major programs and events. Recently, she exclusively interviewed and hosted a concert by saxophonist Kenny G in Vietnam.

After 8 years, saxophone legend Kenny G returned to Vietnam to perform in mid-November. During the emotional Kenny G Live in Vietnam concert in Hanoi, Mai Anh Thu (born 1994, Hanoi) took on the role of MC.

MC Anh Thu guides legend Kenny G to speak Vietnamese (Video: NVCC).

Previously, she was a young MC and editor of Nhan Dan Television - Nhan Dan Newspaper, directly conducting an exclusive interview with an American artist. With this special experience, Anh Thu shared with Dan Tri reporters memorable stories in her career.

"Kenny G is very friendly and straightforward"

How did Anh Thu feel when conducting an exclusive interview with an influential musical artist like Kenny G? - Since I was a child, I have listened to works such as Forever in Love, Songbird or Going Home ... by Kenny G from my family's cassette player. His music helps me feel healed and brings back many memories. Therefore, the exclusive interview with Kenny G was an unforgettable experience for me as well as the production team. Before "G hour", we had to prepare carefully in all aspects to ensure that no problems would occur. The content was prepared in great detail to be able to exploit the interesting answers of the male artist. Anh Thu's impression of the American artist? - Kenny G is very friendly and straightforward. During the interview, he shared his joy of returning to Vietnam after 8 years and his passion for performing this music night. In particular, what impressed me most about Kenny G was that after the interview ended, he asked for 10 more minutes to learn Vietnamese and chat with the Vietnamese audience. I was willing to teach him how to say Vietnamese sentences so that he could interact with the audience. To me, Kenny G is truly an artist with heart, vision and dedication to his fans.

For MC Anh Thu, interviewing artist Kenny G is a valuable and proud experience in her career.

Right after that, Thu was also the host of Kenny G's show, it seemed like the joy and pride were doubled? - On the official show, MC Duc Bao and I hosted the show together. Even though it was the second time facing the world music legend, I was still a bit nervous and worried. But luckily, I got into the rhythm and confidently completed my task. At the end of the show, Kenny G asked me how long I had worked at the station and gave me compliments: "You did a great job, thank you!" which made me very emotional.

MC profession is not "rosy"

It has been more than 10 years since Anh Thu first held the mic as an MC. Is this profession always as "glamorous" and "rosy" as many people think? - Certainly not because every profession has its own difficulties. The MC profession is not just a brilliant and sparkling picture. Behind the stage lights and the cheers of the audience is careful preparation, not a little pressure such as unfavorable weather conditions, the program taking place right when the MC is sick... It is difficult but interesting, I always feel that my profession is suitable for those who love change and surprise.

MC Anh Thu revealed that behind the stage lights and the cheers of the audience is careful preparation, accompanied by a lot of pressure.

Every MC needs to have their own style if they want the audience to remember them, so what is Anh Thu's "quality"? - I am a political show host but also a lecturer at the Faculty of Communication and Foreign Culture, Diplomatic Academy. Perhaps because of the nature of my job as a lecturer, I often come into contact with young people, sometimes I am very serious, mature, elegant but also sometimes playful and youthful. The flexibility in style probably reminds people of the colorful MC Anh Thu. Anh Thu once shared that she used to be a shy, quiet, lonely child, even a victim of school violence. What motivated Thu to change and stick with the "speaking profession" like now? - Before, I hid the story of my experience of school violence because to me, it was a shock. This memory still haunts me to this day. But later, I understood that I was not the only one facing such problems. Many young people out there are also lacking confidence and losing faith in themselves. It seems that the story of the shy, reserved, lonely girl Anh Thu who strives to become an MC and editor like today has inspired and healed many people. I want to use my story to create positive impacts and help others. That is why I decided to share it with more people. At the time when I lost faith in myself the most, I realized that only by changing, could I continue to live a meaningful life, not just exist. I realized that speaking in front of a crowd, creating connections with others could be a way to overcome loneliness and control my lack of confidence.

Still smiling while hosting in 13-14 degree Celsius weather

As one of the youngest MCs and News Editors at Nhan Dan Television, does Anh Thu face a lot of pressure? - I have been working at Nhan Dan Television for 6 years. Currently, I am in charge of presenting the International News bulletin, and also holding the position of Editor for these bulletins. Because the news bulletins are broadcast live, the Editors will have to try not to make mistakes, even in the smallest details. This pressure makes me always have to be meticulous, accurate and careful to do my job professionally. Besides, the television profession, especially news, has irregular and unfixed hours. It is very normal to go early, come home late and not have days off or holidays. Therefore, balancing time between work, family and other activities was very difficult for me at first. But thanks to this opportunity, I found myself developing communication skills, grasping information quickly and working effectively under pressure. At the same time, family also plays an important role in helping me balance and be confident in myself to overcome difficulties and develop my career.

Anh Thu is one of the youngest MCs and News Editors at the agency.

For Anh Thu, what is the difficulty of a person leading political news bulletins? - Taking on the role of MC, News Editor, especially one of the young staff at the station, is really a challenge. Because I do not have much experience and experience in the job. To ensure the completion of the task, I always improve my knowledge and skills, especially in the fields of politics, foreign affairs, and the movements in the international news that I undertake. On screen, I always have to be dignified and neat, but behind the scenes, is Thu like some MCs and Editors who humorously shared that she is only "neat above"? - Regarding clothing, we always have to be neat and dressed seriously because we take panoramic photos. For example, the news bulletins I work on always require the MC to wear a skirt and a light vest, not a thick coat on screen. That's why, on winter days when the temperature is only 13-14 degrees Celsius, the air conditioning in the studio still has to be turned on super cold to ensure the machines operate. The MC gets goose bumps and exhales smoke, but still has to stay cheerful to calmly convey the full news to the audience. After each take, I get so cold that I hop and rub my hands to keep warm. Seeing this, everyone in the studio feels both pity and amusement.

Television, especially news, has irregular and unfixed hours. It is normal to leave early, come home late, and not have days off or holidays.

Mai Anh Thu - MC, TV Editor

To stick with this job for many years, Anh Thu must have made a lot of effort? - Certainly, sticking with and developing in the role of MC, BTV requires long-term effort and commitment, along with constant self-improvement and capacity enhancement. I have to invest a lot of time and effort to understand more deeply about my career, strive to improve my leadership skills, communication skills and knowledge about the profession. From my own experiences in work and life, what message does Thu want to send to everyone? - I believe that each of us can achieve what we want with our own perseverance, forgiveness to move forward, the cultivation of knowledge and life skills to broaden our understanding, and the discipline to not give up. I will always listen and hope to share as much as possible with those who come to me on the journey of self-discovery.

Mai Anh Thu is not a strange face to many audiences. Besides being a bilingual MC, editor in charge of the International News bulletin, she was invited to be a guest lecturer in the MC - Presentation subject at the Diplomatic Academy. Anh Thu is also the founder and lecturer at the MC and Soft Skills Academy Inspirito Leaders. The female MC has made her mark in a number of talent competitions such as winning the title of 1st runner-up at the Rose Queen 2018 contest, and being a favorite contestant at the Miss Diplomatic Academy 2014 contest.

Photo: NVCC

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