The 17/10 broadcast introduced five Group C characters: Bo Sua Achu, Cao Boi Lang, Heo Ma Hong, Lion Vui Tuoi, and Khi Xu Mi. Tran Thanh and Bich Phuong served on the advisory board, joined by guest advisors Bao Anh and Tang Duy Tan.
Suspended on a swing, Heo Ma Hong performed "Cam ky thi hoa", a song previously popular on Em xinh say hi 2025. The new arrangement, blending rock with folk elements, allowed the singer to display a powerful, emotional voice. The advisory panel rose to applaud as the mysterious vocalist reached high notes and shifted vocal tones.
Guest advisors noted Heo Ma Hong's identity remained an intriguing mystery. They believed the performer could adapt to various styles, making predictions uncertain. Tran Thanh praised Heo Ma Hong's expertly handled vocals, suggesting professional training. He suspected the character deliberately altered their voice to mislead listeners.
Tang Duy Tan believed the masked performer was an experienced vocalist on major stages. Bich Phuong initially considered veteran singer Thanh Lam but found it "increasingly difficult to determine" the identity. Advisors speculated on names like People's Artist Thanh Hoa and singers Duong Hoang Yen, Thanh Ngoc, and Ngoc Khue. On digital platforms, audience guesses included Anh Tho, Hoa Minzy, and Phuong My Chi.
Cao Boi Lang also puzzled listeners in episode three. Performing "Mat ket noi" by Duong Domic, he displayed a high, husky rock voice. Advisors expressed confusion because Cao Boi Lang's speaking voice during interactions sounded feminine, contrasting with his masculine singing voice. Bich Phuong noted Dam Vinh Hung on her prediction slip but lacked confidence. Show data indicated Cao Boi Lang had won multiple awards and experienced a hiatus before returning to music.
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From left: Bo Sua Achu, Cao Boi Lang, Heo Ma Hong, Lion Vui Tuoi, Khi Xu Mi. |
Khi Xu Mi topped Group C with 26,67% of audience votes, followed by Heo Ma Hong. This was a non-elimination round, so all singers will compete in upcoming episodes.
"Ca si mat na" is the Vietnamese adaptation of South Korea's "The Masked Singer", which first aired in 2022. Anonymous singers perform through multiple rounds, with audience members voting for their favorites. The first two seasons showcased many renowned vocalists: Huong Lan, Ha Tran, Ngoc Anh 3A, Uyen Linh, Thuy Chi, Myra Tran, Orange, and Lam Bao Ngoc. Champions included Ngoc Mai as O Sen and Anh Tu as Voi Ban Don.
The third season premiered on 4/10, featuring a series of impressive vocalists: Bao Berry, Rabibuum, Co Sao, Gauci, Mad Long, De Du Ky, Dol-la-la, Cau Tu Lanh, and Mimibu.
By Tan Cao
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