Phao's application garnered significant attention on various beauty forums just hours after its announcement on the morning of 21/5. Prior to this, a hidden-face photo of the rapper had been revealed, sparking a lively discussion.
"I joined this competition because I want to show audiences I can do more than just sing", she said.
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Phao's portrait photo submitted to the organizers. *Photo: MGIVN*
Phao revealed that despite entering showbiz at an early age, she still harbored insecurities about her appearance. Through this competition, the rapper aims to overcome these feelings and become more confident. "I choose to transform criticism and doubts into motivation to improve myself daily", she said.
Competing in a beauty pageant for the first time, Phao expressed a mix of pressure and excitement. In recent weeks, she has dedicated time to practicing catwalks and physical training. She is 1,68 cm tall and weighs 49 kg.
Rapper Phao performing "Dao buoc Bac Kinh" at a show. *Video: Provided by the artist*
Phao, whose real name is Nguyen Dieu Huyen, is 23 years old and hails from Ha Noi. She was the runner-up of King Of Rap and is currently a prominent and popular Gen Z female rapper. Her hit song "Hai phut hon" has garnered hundreds of millions of views on digital platforms, and she collaborated with rapper Tyga on a remix version of the track.
She has performed at international music festivals such as Asia Song Festival and Round Festival. Phao also received nominations for New Artist of the Year and Female Singer of the Year at the Cong Hien Awards. In 2025, she drew attention on the show "Em xinh say hi", reaching the finals. Earlier this year, Phao created a sensation starring as the female lead in the film "Tho oi" by director Tran Thanh, which grossed over 450 billion dong.
Phao on the red carpet at the premiere of the film "Mot thoi ta da yeu" in mid-May in TP HCM. *Video: Provided by the artist*
The copyright holder decided to organize the national competition for the first time in 2022, following Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien's victory at Miss Grand International 2021 in Thailand. The pageant promotes a message of peace and seeks women with modern beauty. Over 4 seasons, the winners have been Doan Thien An, Le Hoang Phuong, Vo Le Que Anh, and Nguyen Thi Yen Nhi, respectively. They have all participated in Miss Grand International and made a significant impression.
The new season launched earlier this year, with main activities commencing in June. The winning contestant will earn the right to compete in Miss Grand International 2026 later this year. Reigning queen Yen Nhi will crown the new Miss Grand Vietnam at the final, expected to take place in July in TP HCM.
Tan Cao
