Malaysian contestant's handsome looks in 'tinh ha say hi'

Ivan, an ethnic Chinese Malaysian, is gaining attention on the music show tinh ha say hi for his sharp features, 1,77 m height, and strong performance skills.

Ivan, whose full name is Chen Ming Xuan, is 25 years old and was born in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. He first gained recognition after 'Starlight Boys 2024', a global boy band formation search program co-produced by iQIYI and SBS. While he did not make it into the final lineup, the competition helped him gain a significant fanbase.

Ivan's debut performance in episode one of the show, which aired on 4/7, received good interaction from the audience. He is the only foreign contestant among the 24 'anh trai' (male contestants) participating this season.

Behind-the-scenes of Ivan's fashion photoshoot.

Ivan views his participation in the Vietnamese music reality show as an opportunity to affirm his abilities and connect more closely with the audience. According to AsiaEnt, a blog specializing in Asian entertainment news, Ivan's appearance on 'Tinh ha say hi' helps him expand his regional appeal.

Ivan (second from left) behind the scenes of filming the "Together We Shine" theme music video.

During his time living and working in TP HCM, Ivan dedicates time to learning about the local culture and people. He stated that he loves eating pho, banh mi, and com tam.

At a fan meeting and autograph session with Vietnamese fans on 23/6 in TP HCM, Ivan shared his initial worries and pressure about whether the audience would support him. However, after several group activities, he gradually became comfortable, receiving help from many people.

Ivan at a fan meeting and autograph session with Vietnamese fans on 23/6 in TP HCM. Before the show, he expressed worry and pressure, unsure if the audience would support him. After some group activities, he gradually felt comfortable, having received help from many people.

Ivan is learning Vietnamese to communicate more easily.

Upon entering the reveal room, Ivan delivered an energetic performance, showcasing his singing and dancing skills.

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Ivan is close with singer CongB on the show, having previously participated together in an international music competition. CongB commented that his colleague is approachable and has a humorous personality. For the upcoming Live Stage one round, Ivan will team up with Wren Evans, Captain Boy, and The Thien to perform the song "I Don’t Need Translation".

In the upcoming Live Stage one round, Ivan is teamed with Wren Evans, Captain Boy, and The Thien, and will perform the song "I Don’t Need Translation".

Ivan talks about his determination when participating in the show.

In his daily life, the Gen Z artist prefers an active style.

'Tinh ha say hi' is a music reality show produced by the same unit that created 'Anh trai say hi' and 'Em xinh say hi', which began airing on 4/7. The show draws inspiration from galaxies and cosmic movements, where singers are seen as stars, collaborating to shine. The program's format features a competitive element, with contestants divided into groups to compete. The challenge of creating products in a short time requires the 'anh trai' (male contestants) to have high adaptability, discipline, and resilience. The organizers invited music producers from Thailand, the US, and South Korea to collaborate with contestants to create hit songs.

Tan Cao

Photos, videos: Provided by character, organizers

By VnExpress: https://vnexpress.net/ve-dien-trai-cua-thi-sinh-malaysia-o-tinh-ha-say-hi-5094567.html