Attending the opening ceremony of the World Culture Festival in Hanoi were Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra , Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Lam Thi Phuong Thanh; Mr. Vu Dai Thang - Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee; Mr. Bui Hoai Son - Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda Department; Mr. Lazare Eloundou Assomo - Director of the World Heritage Center… along with leaders of central ministries and agencies, international guests and a large number of people - Photo: DANH KHANG
Following the opening ceremony on the evening of October 1st, the second World Culture Festival in Hanoi 2026 officially begins its four-day run from now until October 4th at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel historical site in Hanoi.
The siblings Hoa Minzy and Duc Phuc made the festival "heat up".
One of the most anticipated performances at the festival is the reunion of Hòa Minzy, Meritorious Artist Xuân Hinh, and musician Tuấn Cry on stage performing the hit song Bắc Bling.
Along with the Bac Ninh Quan Ho Folk Song Theatre, the lion and dragon dance troupe, and others, the three groups made the festival "burn with energy." Below, the audience enthusiastically waved their lightsticks to the familiar dance moves.
Tuan Cry's song incorporates characteristic art forms of the Northern region of Vietnam, such as Quan Ho folk songs from Bac Ninh, Hat Van, Xam, and Cheo. The lyrics are inspired by familiar melodies like "Eat a betel nut," "Don't leave, my love," or ancient folk songs.
Combining traditional Vietnamese instruments with hip-hop/EDM on a modern, fast-paced, and pulsating rhythm, the performance presented an image of a vibrant Vietnam today that still retains its rich traditional flavors, showcasing it to international friends.
The duo of Hoa Minzy, Xuan Hinh, and Tuan Cry bring back Bac Bling - Photo: DANH KHANG
Bac Bling is vibrant and receives much love from the audience - Photo: DANH KHANG
Duc Phuc also "set the stage on fire" with Phu Dong Thien Vuong - the performance that helped him beat 22 contestants from other countries to become the champion of Intervision 2025. He also performed the song "Nguoi Oi Nguoi O Dung Ve" as a message to the audience.
Meanwhile, Truc Nhan and Gom show got the audience dancing along to " Trong Com" (Rice Drum) with the message "I love Vietnam".
This is also one of the opportunities for international audiences to learn about Vietnam's Xam folk music heritage through the Hanoi Xam medley performed by Ha Myo and rapper Tobby.
Contemporary Xẩm (a traditional Vietnamese folk music genre), combined with rap and vibrant dance, is truly an exciting invitation and a delightful treat for guests from afar.
Duc Phuc with Phu Dong Thien Vuong - Photo: DANH KHANG
Duc Phuc brings Phu Dong Thien Vuong onto the stage - Video : DAU DUNG
Artists heated up the opening ceremony of the World Culture Festival in Hanoi, opening an artistic journey that celebrates Vietnam from its heritage roots to a global exchange space.
In addition to spectacular performances, the program also recreates a diverse Vietnam by showcasing the identity of 54 ethnic groups through the performance " Mother's Lullaby ," a medley of folk songs from the three regions, Hue royal court music, the song "Southern Land," and the Quan Ho melodies of Bac Ninh...
Ha Myo performing Xam (a traditional Vietnamese folk singing style) - Photo: DANH KHANG
Vietnamese people love each other and people from all over the world come together.
The cultural program also brought together five continents on one stage. Artists from China, Russia, Peru, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Pakistan, Israel, Azerbaijan, Laos, Ukraine, South Korea, and other countries presented their national specialties, creating a space for international cultural exchange right at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel.
It could be the famous Marinera dance – an intangible cultural heritage of Peru since 1986. Or the Apsara dance, which is not only a supreme cultural symbol of Cambodia but also a globally recognized dance art form.
The "Dance Under One Moon" performance by a Chinese art troupe - Photo: DANH KHANG
Many audience members were hearing for the first time the famous Bangladeshi song Alga Koro Go Khopar Badhon, a classic piece from Azerbaijan…
One particularly interesting performance was by the Indonesian artists playing the song " Vietnamese People Love Each Other" by Chau Dang Khoa.
See more photos from the Opening Ceremony of the World Cultural Festival:
Opening ceremony - Photo: DANH KHANG
Sieng Khen Lao by the Lao artists' troupe - Photo: DANH KHANG
Pakistani artists perform at INTEBAH - Photo: DANH KHANG
The international spirit in Hoang Bach's performance - Photo: DANH KHANG
Hoa Minzy looks fresh and radiant on stage - Photo: DANH KHANG
Hoang Bach sings Welcome to Vietnam - Photo: DANH KHANG
The performance of "Mời trầu" (Offering Betel) - a Quan Ho folk song from Bac Ninh - Photo: DANH KHANG
The World Cultural Festival includes several notable activities:
On the morning of October 2nd, we visited and experienced the Vietnam Ethnic Groups Cultural and Tourism Village.
On the afternoon of October 3rd, the "Colors of Five Continents" street parade took place with the participation of 15 international art troupes from Europe, Africa, Asia, and South America.
On October 2nd and 3rd, the Five Continents Concert took place at the circular stage of Thang Long Imperial Citadel, showcasing the music, instruments, and performance styles characteristic of many countries.
At 8 PM on October 4th, the closing ceremony, themed "Colors Converge - Hand in Hand Towards the Future," will conclude the festival with the message: "Closing the festival - Opening a new journey of connection."
DAU DUNG - DANH KHANG
Source: https://tuoitre.vn/hoa-minzy-xuan-hinh-and-duc-phuc-heat up-the-world-cultural-festival-10026100200430417.htm
