The eighth concert concluded the music competition, which ran from last year to the present, featuring 33 talented male artists. The outdoor stage was set up in a venue spanning thousands of square meters. From 2 PM, the audience lined up orderly at various gates designated by the organizers to enter the performance area. Having been forewarned about the weather forecast, fans came prepared with umbrellas and rain gear. Despite the occasional downpour, many said they didn't mind getting wet and eagerly awaited the chance to cheer on the singers.
To address the situation, the organizers set up large tarpaulins and distributed raincoats in some areas designated for fans. The opening time was also moved up to 6:30 PM instead of 7 PM. Following the previous night's format, the final concert was scheduled to last over six hours and feature artists such as Tu Long, Cuong Seven, Thanh Duy, Soobin, Duy Nhat, Do Hoang Hiep, Truong The Vinh, and Binz.
As the melody of the opening song, "Fire Song", filled the air, tens of thousands of people cheered and waved their lightsticks in rhythm. MC Anh Tuan, the concert's host, expressed his gratitude for the audience's enthusiasm. "We're not afraid of the rain to be here. Take care of yourselves so you can enjoy the show," he addressed the crowd.
Actress Diem My 9x and her husband arrived at the concert at 6 PM, braving the rain for over an hour before the show started. The actress said she came to support her close friend, singer Thien Minh. "My husband and I love the show 'Call Me By Fire' and haven't missed a single episode. The nostalgic music in the program evokes many emotions for me," Diem My 9x said.
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Actress Diem My 9x and her husband wear raincoats while waiting for the concert to begin. Photo: Hoang Dung |
Actress Diem My 9x and her husband wear raincoats while waiting for the concert to begin. Photo: Hoang Dung
"Call Me By Fire" is the Vietnamese adaptation of the popular Chinese television show of the same name. The show features 33 male celebrities over the age of 30 working in the entertainment industry. Throughout various rounds, the contestants perform in groups, with the top 17 highest-scoring individuals forming a music group called All-Star Clan.
The show's producers have held four successful concerts in Ho Chi Minh City and Hung Yen. "Call Me By Fire", along with "Call Me By Fire", has been recognized as a significant cultural event of 2024 by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh suggested expanding the model of these two programs to further promote the cultural industry.
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