The program Keep Running (Vietnamese title: Running Man China) is facing many difficulties in the new broadcast season when ratings have dropped significantly, and a series of statements by the participating cast have also become the focus of debate. Among them, Bach Loc is a name that attracts attention when continuously being entangled in opposing opinions from the audience.
According to records, the opening episode of the new season only achieved a rating of about 0.3899%, which is considered the lowest in the program's broadcast history. Besides the content factor, the audience's reaction to some guests and fixed members is also not very positive.
The controversy surrounding Bach Loc originated from a behind-the-scenes scene when she chatted with young guests from Thoi Dai Thieu Nien Doan. In this situation, the actress expressed surprise when the guests said that the morning performance was quite tiring. Despite receiving a confirmation answer, Bach Loc still maintained her personal opinion that "not tired at all", only feeling hot.
This statement was quickly considered insensitive when placed in the context of the challenge content. Accordingly, in the morning competition, Bach Loc and some members were assigned to participate in a lighter challenge, while many others had to row boats or swim for long stretches in the sea. The difference in the level of exercise made the audience think that the actress's assessment lacked empathy for her teammates.
Not stopping there, in the main part of the program, Bach Loc also shared about two veteran members, Ly Than and Trinh Khai. The way she called them "old people" with an attitude considered to be a joke, along with imitating the performance of her senior, made a part of the audience feel uncomfortable. Some opinions said that this way of expression easily creates a feeling of disrespect, especially in a competitive program environment.
On social networking platforms, many comments expressed disagreement, saying that participating in a campaign program requires seriousness and certain effort. Some viewers also compared Bach Loc to previous female members such as Angelababy or Tong Vu Ky, who are highly appreciated for their fighting spirit.
However, there is also a view that statements in entertainment programs should be viewed in a comfortable context, and should not be judged too harshly. However, this debate continues to raise the issue of how to build the image of artists in reality TV shows.
