Looking back at recent roles, for example in the movie "No Limits", where do you see the biggest difference compared to the character lines you have played?
- Basically, the characters are all collected by us from real-life people in society. Previously, many of my roles often had slightly grumpy and difficult personalities. However, in later roles, the characters have more inner depth and are less grumpy.
I always pay a lot of attention and read the script carefully before filming, and actively exchange with the director on the field. Each character has hidden corners, multi-dimensional relationships from the past, present to family, friends. Fully expressing those psychological features is a very interesting experience and I hope to always be welcomed by the audience.
On set, how do you often exchange with the director so that your personal perspective helps the character become the most realistic?
- It is almost natural for actors to exchange opinions on the script when going to the scene. The director and screenwriter will oversee a large whole and create a separate life for the character, but it is the actors who directly develop and liven up that life.
Each person will have a different perspective on the character: From director, screenwriter, actor to audience. Therefore, I really want to give my personal opinion on the character's reaction to each specific circumstance. Of course, all exchanges are in the spirit of overall respect. There are times when my thoughts go a bit too far, the director will promptly adjust.
As an actor, I think I need to be responsible for the role, responsible for every acting move shown in the frame. This interaction helps us together make the character as meticulous as possible.
Many viewers see him always dedicating himself to his work despite difficult filming conditions. How do you personally feel about the pressures or difficulties in the profession?
- I have never seen difficult circumstances as pressure. Whether filming in a dark tunnel like in the movie "No Limits" or under the 40-41 degree Celsius scorching sun like in the latest movie "That Summer", still having to wear many layers of thick clothes, those are just inevitable requirements of the job.
Physical fatigue is inevitable, but importantly, I still feel very happy and cherish every moment because I get to work, to enjoy acting every day.
Currently, in addition to acting in TV series, what other roles do you take on?
- I often joke that I am a "true poor artist". Besides film projects in cooperation with VFC, my main job is still an actor under the payroll of the Vietnam Drama Theater. I have been attached to the theater for about 13 years. In addition to the time on television, I still practice and perform plays on stage regularly.
When there is no filming or performance schedule, how does your free time usually go?
- My hobby when I'm free is very simple, just sitting in a sidewalk cafe or watching movies at home. For me, watching movies is a compulsory and extremely important lesson. Looking at the acting of colleagues, especially international actors on online platforms, I realize how many shortcomings I still have.
I always learn how they express their attitude and emotions through their eyes. Foreign actors use very subtle eyes. When expressing pain or sadness, they do not need to constrict facial muscles or use too many gestures, sometimes just a winked look or tears rolling down are enough to fully convey emotions to viewers. I often watch foreign action movies to observe this skill.
I watch Korean action movies and recently, I've been watching the movie "Agent Kim Reboots".
Have you ever received an invitation to try your hand at the film industry, and what is your point of view on the boundary between cinema and television?
- Up to now, I have not had the opportunity to participate in movies. However, if there is a predestined relationship, I am willing to accept it.
Actually, for me, cinema or television have no distinction or boundaries at all. Both are aimed at a single purpose, which is to serve the audience. I do not consider which field is more prestigious than which, and there is also no concept of dividing "cinematic actors" or "television actors". Actors are working for viewers. If the products produced do not reach the audience, then no matter which field they are in, they will not meet the requirements. Even throughout my career, I have only made television films, I am still very happy and happy with the path I have chosen.
Many artists today often combine commercializing personal images to increase income. Do you think you are too safe or withdrawn?
- At the present time, income from the profession is still enough for me to cover my life. I realize that I am sometimes a bit outdated in building my personal image on social networks. However, I understand those weaknesses of myself and will try to be more dynamic in the future.
As for now, I choose to be satisfied with what I have. If I want to spend more, I choose to spend a little less. I live very simply, not setting too luxurious or terrible goals, but just want to dedicate my whole mind to enjoying my passion for art. If later I need to spend too much and exceed my ability, I will probably have to ask for the support of my parents.
