Right from episode 1, the connection of 7 members including Hai Thanh, Tu Ngoc, Nam Phat, Sau Tut, Tam Trung, Ut Tuan and Tam Quan became the focus of attraction for the audience. Returning after injury from the previous season, Tu Ngoc immediately made a strong impression when she shed her image, sacrificed herself to overcome the challenge of breaking the frame and climbing to the top of the human tower to snatch the victorious flag. Her full presence helped the traditional cart pulling performance of "big brother" Hai Thanh become more complete than ever.
The remaining pieces also continuously create unexpected personal highlights. Despite maintaining a gentle image, the youngest member Ut Tuan had a spectacular "renewal", defeating Hai Thanh, who is full of tricks in the survival mission. In the dramatic name tag splitting battle on a yacht, Nam Phat and Tu Ngoc dedicated a fiery physical duel. Meanwhile, Tam Trung, Sau Tut and Tam Quan continuously delighted the audience with ingenious intellectual battles and charming juggling.
Besides the 7 main factors, storyteller Le Nhan continues to become an endless "material" for teasing the cast, contributing to creating a humorous atmosphere throughout. The dedication of each individual combined with intelligent post-production and editing helped the opening episode quickly reap a series of sensational moments on social networking platforms.
Episode 2 "Running Man Vietnam 2026" will continue to air at 9:00 p.m. Friday, July 31, 2026 on HTV7 channel.
