Not only impressing thanks to the energetic character image, the film also recorded positive signals about viewership ratings right on its first broadcast day.
According to data from the Khốc Vân (Kuyun) statistical platform, the first two episodes of the film broadcast on CCTV-8 channel achieved remarkable results. Episode 1 recorded a rating of 2.0770%, while episode 2 increased to 2.3839%. The average of the two episodes reached 2.2292%, with the highest real-time rating (peak realtime) reaching 2.7393%.
On the official Weibo page, Khoc Van said that after airing, the movie's viewership rate increased rapidly and temporarily ranked No. 1 in realtime peak in the first day of screening of TV series from the beginning of 2026 to now.
Not only recording rating achievements, the film also has a certain level of interest on media data rankings. According to DatWin, the film ranked 11th with an index of 1,114 points, in which the character Phuong Uyen Chi played by Dam Tung Van accounted for 46% of discussions related to the work.
Meanwhile, the Vlinkage chart on the same day showed that the movie "My Mountains and Sea" ranked 6th in the list of TV series broadcast on the station, with an index of 52.08 points. The character Phuong Uyen Chi alone achieved an index of 8.51 points, also ranked 6th in the ranking of most interested characters.
In the film, Dam Tung Van plays Phuong Uyen Chi, a girl who goes through many life upheavals. The character has a journey of maturity from a child abandoned in the mountains to becoming a successful businesswoman. The character's image not only shows strong vitality but also reflects the resilience of ordinary people in the early stages of reform and opening up.
Dam Tung Van appeared in a simple image, thick black hair, fresh face and rosy skin even without elaborate makeup. Some of her scenes on the streets of Shenzhen in classic polka dot costumes were commented by audiences as "full of youthful vitality".
Through her eyes and delicate expressions, the actress clearly shows the psychological change of the character. Initially, Phuong Uyen Chi carried in her heart enthusiasm and great aspirations. However, after experiencing the wounds and betrayals in the past, she gradually became calmer but still maintained her will and determination to rise up.
Even when appearing with a simple image, sunburned skin and the image of an ordinary worker, the character still exudes perseverance and the will to "do small things to the end".
Many viewers believe that Dam Tung Van's performance brings a sense of authenticity, evoking the acting style of the veteran generation of actors - where emotions are conveyed through the eyes, gestures and inner self of the character.
