Golden Apricot Award Stage Candidates 30 - 2024: Hard to predict!

The results of the Golden Apricot Awards for the stage category will be surprising when announced at the awards ceremony taking place on the evening of January 8, 2025 at the City Theater (HCMC).

Experts and the press have made their own predictions about the theater categories of the 30th Mai Vang Awards - 2024, including: Most Favorite Male - Female Theater Actor, Most Favorite Comedian and Most Favorite Play.

Actor: Constantly making breakthroughs

The nominees in this category are: Meritorious Artist Thanh Loc, Meritorious Artist Vo Minh Lam, actor Truong Ha and artist Hoang Hai. Of these, Truong Ha is a new face from Thien Dang Stage, emerging unexpectedly and also an unknown. The rest are not new faces but their names are ticket-selling brands that make the plays earn revenue. So, who among these 4 nominees will win?

From left to right: Meritorious Artist Thanh Loc, Meritorious Artist Vo Minh Lam (standing), artist Hoang Hai, actress Lam Vy Da, actor Le Duong Bao Lam

According to experts, they are all worthy, because the acting ability of each artist has been demonstrated through 4 plays that were rated "popular" in 2024. They are all versatile artists, skilled in their profession and know how to create their own brand. Journalist Linh Doan (Tuoi Tre Newspaper) commented: "This year, Vo Minh Lam made his mark with the character of Mr. Bay Don in the cai luong play "Nguoi ven do". This is the first time he has tried his hand at the role of an old actor but has attracted attention. With the role of Bay Don, Vo Minh Lam has shown his progress in acting. Not only that, he also showed a serious working attitude when taking care of the character from costumes, makeup, dialogue, singing and acting to make the audience believe that he is an old man over 70 years old, not the young, handsome actor Vo Minh Lam".

From left to right: Actress Le Khanh (holding an umbrella), Meritorious Artist Tu Suong, People's Artist Tu Long, actor Truong Ha

Journalist Thuy Trang (Van Hoa Newspaper) also shares the same opinion: "The role of Mr. Bay Don in the play "Nguoi ven do" has a wide influence, combined with his ability to play the role of an old man very skillfully. I believe Vo Minh Lam will win again."

Meritorious Artist Ca Le Hong believes that Truong Ha will make a name for himself, because his role as a teacher in the play "The Ferry of Destiny" is a breakthrough for him. "If he wins the Mai Vang Award this year, it will be completely deserved," commented Meritorious Artist Ca Le Hong.

"It's hard for anyone to surpass Thanh Loc, because of his perseverance in creating acting style, and the role of the director in the play "Theater Ghosts" is a typical example" - journalist Hoang Kim (Thanh Nien Newspaper) commented and affirmed that Thanh Loc will win the award.

Hoang Hai's name has recently become more and more popular as he has made efforts to invest in his own Cai Luong plays so that he can freely create. According to People's Artist Phuong Loan, Hoang Hai's singing and acting style, in addition to his handsome and elegant appearance, is also his calm, disciplined personality and his constant support for everyone. "The role of Le Van Duyet in Hoang Hai's play "Nguoi Mang 9 An Tu" is a commendable big step forward. I believe Hoang Hai will win the Mai Vang Award this year" - People's Artist Phuong Loan predicted.

Actress: Each person has their own color

This category has 2 candidates: Le Khanh and Meritorious Artist Tu Suong. Both of them made impressive returns with two good roles and have a large audience in an effort to create their own brand.

Journalist Linh Doan commented: "Over the years, Meritorious Artist Tu Suong has had many good roles, with inner strength when expressing the complex emotions of the characters. This year, Tu Suong has a notable character, Mrs. Trinh Thi Ngoc Lu in the play "Long Phung Ky Tai". While creating her own mark for her character and helping and instructing young actors on the rehearsal floor, Tu Suong shows her responsibility to the future generation of Cai Luong. With such meaningful things, a Mai Vang Award for Tu Suong is completely worthy."

According to People's Artist Tran Minh Ngoc, Le Khanh will receive a high number of votes because the role of Bach Thu Ha in the play "The ferry of destiny" on Thien Dang Drama Stage is a role that requires confident transformation and carries many different emotions. "I believe that once again Le Khanh will own the Mai Vang statue" - director Tran Minh Ngoc commented.

"Choosing two candidates for this category at the Golden Apricot Awards this year was a careful screening by the Arts Council. I was under a lot of pressure when I joined the council, but if I had to choose one of the two to receive the Golden Apricot Award, I think it would be very difficult" - People's Artist Phuong Loan wondered.

Comedian: Tu Long is highly appreciated

Standing out with his unique musical color and voice, and having very accurate statements in the program "Anh trai vu ngan cong gai", Tu Long has gradually affirmed his position on the map of the stage entertainment industry and brought charming laughter.

Journalist Thuy Trang affirmed that People's Artist Tu Long will touch the Mai Vang statue this year because of his contributions to the music program, which, although entertaining, is one of the cultural events of the year.

People's Artist Tran Minh Ngoc also praised and gave compliments to Tu Long for his role in creating laughter and cleverly stringing together to attract the audience to "Anh trai vu ngan cong gai".

Meanwhile, Le Duong Bao Lam is no less prominent with his breakthrough this year from the program "2 days 1 night", which according to director Chanh Truc: "Bao Lam has his own personality and outstanding efforts in his career, which has brought him many opportunities. And this year's Mai Vang Award may call his name on the night of January 8, 2025".

As for Lam Vy Da in the play "Broken Silk String" (Hong Van Stage), journalist Hoang Kim said: "Lam Vy Da is worthy, she acts gracefully, with depth and confidence, she is also the fulcrum for the young cast to shine in this play with profound humanity".

Meritorious Artist Ca Le Hong commented that Lam Vy Da had a good role: "Besides her ability to exploit psychology, she also demonstrated her ability to create both laughter and depth. Combining these things gives her a foundation to build the image of a versatile comedian and I believe she will win the award."

"According to experts, nothing can be confirmed yet, but the artists in the stage category in this year's voting are all worthy because their roles and professional efforts have been recognized.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/ung-vien-mang-san-khau-giai-mai-vang-30-2024-kho-du-doan-196241230220752723.htm