Danil, the son of goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung and model Dianka, is one of six children participating in the reality TV show "Big brother and the little tail". His involvement has garnered significant public attention after four episodes. Videos of Danil speaking English and playful moments backstage have attracted hundreds of thousands of views on TikTok. In the latest episode, which aired on 14/6, Bui Tien Dung joined his son for an activity.
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Bui Tien Dung with his son on the show. |
"Big brother and the little tail" adopts a kindergarten class format, where children experience life away from their parents and are cared for by participating celebrities. Through structured activities, the children learn to adapt to new environments and develop independence. The celebrity mentors, known as "big brothers say hi", include Isaac, Cody Nam Vo, Jsol, Hurrykng, and guests such as Hieu Thu Hai and Son.K.
Bui Tien Dung expressed his nervousness about his son's first appearance on a reality television program. "I want Danil to make more friends and become bolder," the goalkeeper stated.
Bui Tien Dung and his wife brought Danil to the set for the first day of filming in mid-May. Initially shy, Danil gradually adapted to the lively atmosphere created by the "caregivers". Singer Isaac praised Danil as polite, loving, and sharing with others, noting that he often saves beautiful gifts to give to his mother.
Bui Tien Dung felt reassured entrusting his son to the "big brothers", sensing their attentiveness and thoughtfulness. "After a few days of filming, I noticed Danil became bolder. One day, when he was unwell, the family asked the crew for a morning off, but by the afternoon, he was excited to return to activities," he shared.
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Bui Tien Dung and his wife brought their son to the program. |
Dianka and Bui Tien Dung married in 5/2022 in TP HCM and welcomed Danil in 11/2022. Audiences have commented on Danil's charming face, noting that he inherited features from both his father and mother. The couple first revealed their son's photos when Danil was six months old. Danil was previously nominated in the Hot Kid category at the 2023 Star of the Year awards.
According to Dianka, they preserve every moment from their child's teething phase to his first steps and words as cherished memories. "Since becoming parents, Dung and I have both matured in our thoughts and actions," the model said.
Dianka Zakhidova, 26 years old, is from Ukraine and studied culture and arts at Kyiv National University. She worked as a model in several countries, including Germany, Turkey, and Singapore, before marrying and settling in Vietnam.
Goalkeeper Bui Tien Dung, 29 years old, played a significant role in helping Vietnam secure a silver medal at the 2018 AFC U23 Championship. He has also participated in advertising photoshoots and fashion shows.
Tan Cao
Photos, video: Courtesy of the organizers
