Hong Nhung Opens Up About Her Twin Sons: Taller and Better Cooks Than Her
In a recent appearance on The Khang Show, Hong Nhung looked radiant as she shared her journey battling cancer. She also opened up about her twin sons. When asked about her first action upon seeing her sons, the diva replied, “I always look at them with affection and wait for them to greet me first. This is a challenging time for mothers when their children enter their teenage years.”
When they were younger, my sons were like two little flowers, especially my daughter, who was like a sunflower. Now, they are growing up; they are 13 years old. Of course, they are taller than me now. Sometimes they tease me, ‘Mom, why are you so short, yet so famous?’ Whenever I look at them, they give me energy and joy.”
Hong Nhung shared that she and her sons have many activities together: “We argue over which movie to watch in the evenings. Cooking is something we can do together, even though I’m the worst at it. Surprisingly, my sons are excellent cooks! We also enjoy spending time and going out together. However, shopping together is a bit tricky these days because they think my choices are old-fashioned and not trendy. Our mealtimes are when we connect the most.”
Hong Nhung looked radiant on the talk show.
Hong Nhung recently underwent treatment for breast cancer. Her sons were a significant source of strength during this difficult time. She shared her current joys in life: “My daily happiness involves waking up to a cup of honey, ginger, and lemon juice, followed by yoga and meditation.”
Despite facing health and family challenges—once having to rush her father to the hospital at 1 am and returning to the film set a few hours later—Hong Nhung considers it a valuable journey. For her, it was not just about overcoming personal limits but also a precious opportunity to understand herself and learn from inspiring women around her.
“I’m human, and I’ve had my breakdowns. But I’m independent and rarely rely on others, so I accept reality and find ways to move forward. In difficult times, I find solace in the philosophy of the musician Trinh Cong Son. This helps me face sadness with calmness instead of forced optimism.”
Hong Nhung’s twin sons have now grown taller than her.
Dangling at 9 Meters Post-Surgery, She Sought Help from Director Xuan Bac
During the show, Hong Nhung revealed that just a month after her surgery, she surprised the crew by agreeing to perform a challenging stunt for her MV Tu Hoi. She was hoisted to a height of 9 meters, hanging in mid-air at the Hanoi Opera House, a task that demanded both physical strength and stage presence.
Despite needing painkillers to cope with the exhaustion, Hong Nhung displayed professionalism and determination, flawlessly executing the shoot. Her efforts touched the hearts of nearly 200 crew members, who applauded her as soon as the cameras stopped rolling.
Venturing beyond her signature ballad style, Hong Nhung challenged herself by experimenting with diverse music genres. This particular project required intense practice. Although she considers herself an amateur compared to professional opera singers, Hong Nhung values this experience as it showcases her unwavering passion for learning, even at the pinnacle of her career.
A month after her cancer surgery, Hong Nhung returned to the stage, even agreeing to be hoisted to a height of 9 meters.
For this project, she collaborated with two young musicians, both 24 years old. “Their combined age is still younger than mine,” she joked. The song was composed in a modern style, a departure from her usual repertoire. Hong Nhung humorously described her part as “like firing a machine gun” during the singing.
The MV was filmed at the Hanoi Opera House, a place filled with memories for the singer. The director of photography, Phuong Vu, is admired by the youth for his contemporary and international approach to filmmaking. This was his first collaboration with Hong Nhung, and he expressed his desire to create an MV in the artistically rich environment of the opera house.
Getting permission to film at the Hanoi Opera House was a challenging endeavor, and Hong Nhung was grateful for the support she received from the management and especially from the Director of the Performing Arts Department, artist Xuan Bac. She shared with appreciation: “Director Xuan Bac helped me gain access to the Hanoi Opera House.”
Despite having performed at the Hanoi Opera House since she was a teenager, Hong Nhung was amazed by the fresh perspectives captured by the camera lenses during the MV shoot. She believes this MV is the most beautiful and unique among her visual works.
Hong Nhung candidly shared her aspiration to possess another artistic skill besides singing. “If I could have another talent besides singing, I would want to be a good dancer. I’m a terrible dancer, but as they say, ‘Sing well if you can, but sing anyway.'” she joked, exuding warmth and sincerity.
