On 8/12, Truong Ba Chi appeared in court for the second time to address a lawsuit filed against her by Du Duc Hung and AEG Entertainment. The dispute stems from their collaboration, which lasted from 2011 until before 2019.

While some media outlets were permitted to attend, photography and videography were prohibited. According to St Headline, the plaintiff's lawyer relentlessly questioned Truong Ba Chi, focusing on inconsistencies in her testimony. During this intense questioning, Truong Ba Chi lost her composure and cried loudly. She stated, "I haven't been able to sleep for days, this is too unfair to me, I am under too much pressure, everything is fake."

The presiding judge gave Truong Ba Chi time to calm down and asked if she could continue the session, to which she replied, "I can." Throughout the trial, Truong Ba Chi frequently answered, "I don't remember," when asked about specific contract details.

Truong Ba Chi in court on 8/12. Photo: St Headline

Du Duc Hung and AEG Entertainment sued the star in 2020. In their complaint, Du Duc Hung stated he had spent over 40 million HKD (approximately 135 billion VND) to sign a contract with Truong Ba Chi. The agreement stipulated she would star in six films requested by his company. In 2012, Du Duc Hung and Truong Ba Chi signed an additional contract for two more films, with the production company paying Truong Ba Chi an advance fee of nearly 2,8 million HKD (9,4 billion VND).

Du Duc Hung accused Truong Ba Chi of failing to fulfill the agreement, expressing his disappointment in the actress. He criticized her for being "ungrateful and burning bridges." Du Duc Hung is demanding at least 13 million HKD (44 billion VND) in compensation from Truong Ba Chi.

Truong Ba Chi filming a television show in late November. Photo: Mango TV

In court, Truong Ba Chi testified that in 2014, Du Duc Hung created forged documents and unilaterally used her name as a manager to sign contracts with other companies, all without her consultation. The actress also denied that Du Duc Hung was ever her manager.

According to Truong Ba Chi, during their collaboration, Du Duc Hung repeatedly threatened to "destroy her career" if she did not comply. In court, Truong Ba Chi became emotional at times, her voice choked. She recounted that she was young then and feared "having to retire at 18" if Du Duc Hung intended to harm her.

The conflict between Truong Ba Chi and Du Duc Hung has spanned many years. Du Duc Hung once posted a song on social media attacking Truong Ba Chi, with lyrics such as: "I know you are not clean, everyone avoids you. I know you act well, a dark past, yet I still believed your vows."

Truong Ba Chi entered the entertainment industry in 1999 with the film "King of Comedy," starring alongside Chau Tinh Tri. She is also known for her roles in "The Lion Roars," "Cat and Mouse," and "Fly Me to Polaris."

The star was married to actor Ta Dinh Phong and has two sons. After their divorce in 2011, Truong Ba Chi became a single mother. In 2018, she gave birth to a third son, whose father's identity remains private. According to Next Media, the boy carries his mother's surname, and Truong Ba Chi left the "Father" section blank on his birth certificate. Following his birth, Truong Ba Chi has primarily focused her career development in mainland China, securing numerous television show and advertising opportunities.

Nhu Anh (according to St Headline, Zaobao)