In the trailer and highlight video for episode 2, Senior Lieutenant Hiep, actors Binh An and Huynh Anh appeared in the National Flag Team, solemnly performing the flag-raising ceremony and parade.
Behind him were hundreds of soldiers walking steadily, with a brave spirit, creating a solemn and emotional scene.
This image quickly attracted the attention of the public, especially those who loved and followed comrade Hiep. Many audiences actively expressed their excitement on social media when they saw him appear in the show.
Previously, since mid-July, some photos and videos recording the moment Senior Lieutenant Hiep and Binh An and Huynh Anh appeared together have been circulating, sparking rumors about him participating in the program. However, the production crew remained silent. Even at the launch event in early August, Lieutenant Colonel Le Anh Ngoc - Deputy Director of Viettel Media - hinted: "Whether comrade Le Hoang Hiep appears or not, the reason is definitely not to attract the media but to praise the beauty of soldiers."
The appearance of Senior Lieutenant Hiep, whether short or long, has the meaning of honoring the image of a soldier: Solemn, disciplined but still approachable, inspiring. In addition, episode 2 of the show also revealed the team formation process for 16 experienced characters, including difficult moves that made many artists such as Anh Tu, Mac Van Khoa, Thanh Duy... struggle.
Episode 2 of join the army in 2025 with the theme "When the legs are still walking" will air at 9:10 p.m. on August 13.