In the final months of her pregnancy, Ngo Thanh Van shared her thoughts on becoming a mother for the first time. She and her husband have been planning and preparing financially so their child "can pursue their dreams without too much hardship."
"However, we both value hard work, having worked hard since we were young. We want to teach our child the value of money, to appreciate what they have, and to strive for what they want in life," the actress said.
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Ngo Thanh Van and her husband at a baby shower in TP HCM in late June. Photo: Provided by the subject |
Ngo Thanh Van and her husband at a baby shower in TP HCM in late June. Photo: Provided by the subject
For the action star, pregnancy at 46 has been transformative. She feels less demanding and has learned to slow down, appreciating small things and enjoying a simpler life. The couple chose the nickname "Gao" (Rice) for their child, wanting something endearing and evocative of a small but precious gift.
With no immediate plans to return to filmmaking, Ngo Thanh Van intends to dedicate herself to her family. She's been preparing for motherhood by reading books, watching videos, and consulting doctors and specialists. She wants to be fully prepared for the journey of raising a child.
The actress envisions herself as a "cool" and supportive mother, encouraging her child's explorations. She doesn't want to dictate their career path, preferring that Gao has the freedom to grow and discover the world in their own way. "We will always be there to support our child every step of the way," she said.
Huy Tran guides Ngo Thanh Van through gentle exercises in late pregnancy, July 10. Video: Provided by the subject
Ngo Thanh Van believes Huy Tran will be a perfect father. Throughout her pregnancy, he's been "an amazing partner." He's attentive to her every action and even the smallest changes, always ready to offer support. When she experienced health complications and a risk of gestational diabetes, he created special meal plans, avoiding allergens while ensuring nutritious and tasty food. "He's always reminding me and preparing everything so I can stay healthy throughout the pregnancy," she shared.
The "Furie" director faced pressure after two unsuccessful rounds of IVF. Each time, she felt disappointed. "By the last attempt, the anticipation wasn't as intense, and everything happened naturally," she said.
The couple received the good news around Christmas 2024. Hearing their baby's heartbeat for the first time, Ngo Thanh Van embraced Huy Tran and cried, overjoyed after three years of trying. "It was an incomparable feeling. As a man, he doesn't express emotion much, but I could see the happiness and peace in his eyes," she recalled.
Ngo Thanh Van discusses experiencing cholestasis and the risk of gestational diabetes during pregnancy. Video: Provided by the subject
Ngo Thanh Van is an actress, film producer, director, and entrepreneur. She earned the nickname "da nu" (action star) after the success of "The Rebel" (2007), co-starring Johnny Tri Nguyen. In the 2010s, she transitioned into film production, with works like "Tam Cam: The Untold Story," "Co Ba Sai Gon," and "Song Lang." In 2019, "Furie," which she produced and starred in, grossed over 200 billion VND and was Vietnam's entry for "Best International Feature Film" at the 2022 Oscars.
The actress and Huy Tran, who is 11 years her junior, married in Da Nang in May 2022 after two years of dating.
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