table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1" style="">Submit nominations for the 2025 Vietnam iContent Awards here

The Vietnam iContent Awards celebrates individuals and groups who have made outstanding contributions to the digital creative field. It also provides networking, learning, and collaboration opportunities. The event is co-organized by the Authority of Broadcasting and Electronic Information (ABEI), under the Ministry of Information and Communications, VnExpress Newspaper, and FPT Online.

A look back at the first year's success

The inaugural awards were divided into four categories: Digital Platform, Digital Creator, Digital Product, and For the Community. Each category included several awards.

The organizing committee received over 100 nominations between 9/9/2024 and 9/10/2024. The preliminary and final rounds garnered 400,000 votes and 1.5 million views on the official website. The transparent scoring method, combining a judging panel (70%) and public voting (30%), demonstrated the importance of public opinion. The "Most Popular Creator" award was determined entirely by audience votes.

Before the awards ceremony, the Vietnam Digital Content Creators Festival 2024 attracted around 2,000 visitors. Nearly 20 booths from major brands and platforms like Unilever, Meta, TikTok, and Vinamilk created a rich experience across 1,500 m2. Attendees met celebrities, checked in at photo booths, received gifts, and enjoyed performances by TikTokers.

Concurrent forums and workshops discussed digital transformation, creative strategies, and brand-creator collaborations. Discussions featuring representatives from major platforms and industry experts helped shape the future of the digital content industry.

On the afternoon of 30/11/2024, thousands of young people filled the Military Zone 7 Stadium in Ho Chi Minh City, bringing banners and lightsticks to support their idols. The fan clubs of Ninh Anh Bui - Tung Duong and singer Kay Tran transformed the auditorium into a "sea of light." The excitement before the event underscored its appeal to the young creative community.

The awards gala began at 7:30 pm, featuring celebrities like MC Quyen Linh, Miss H'Hen Nie, Luong Thuy Linh, singers Hoang Hai and Vu Thao My, BB Tran, and Khanh Vy. The red carpet welcomed not only artists but also content creators with millions of followers.

Award recipients at last year's gala. With its strong appeal from the first season, the Vietnam iContent Awards is expected to become the "Oscar of the Vietnamese digital creative industry," a launchpad for young talents to shine and contribute to shaping and elevating Vietnam's creative value on the global stage. Photo: BTC

Award recipients at last year's gala. With its strong appeal from the first season, the Vietnam iContent Awards is expected to become the "Oscar of the Vietnamese digital creative industry," a launchpad for young talents to shine and contribute to shaping and elevating Vietnam's creative value on the global stage. Photo: BTC

The awards ceremony was electrifying as prominent figures were announced. Khoai Lang Thang won two awards: "Most Popular Content Creator" (the only category based entirely on audience votes) and "Content Creator of the Year." Anh Trai Vuot Ngan Chong Gai won "Inspirational TV Program." Show Anh Trai Say Hi won "Digital Phenomenon of the Year."

Di Giua Troi Ruc Ro was named "Inspirational Music." Ninh Anh Bui won "Promising Content Creator." Khanh Vy was awarded "Inspirational Content Creator." "Community Channel/Page/Group of the Year" went to Check in Vietnam. FPT Play received "Vietnamese Entertainment Platform of the Year." Miss H'Hen Nie and MC Quyen Linh both won "Individual for the Community." Sai Gon Xanh and Hoa Sen Group won "Organization for the Community."

The "Inspirational Video" and "Domestic Social Network of the Year" awards were not presented due to a lack of suitable candidates, demonstrating the organizers' commitment to quality.

The Vietnam iContent Awards 2024 stood out not only for its awards but also for its emotional impact. H’Hen Nie’s retelling of her reforestation journey and dream of a green Vietnam and MC Quyen Linh’s humorous acceptance speech, viewing the award as motivation for his charity work, were touching moments.

Khoai Lang Thang spoke emotionally about the community's love for him, while Khanh Vy humorously thanked her "parents for diligently increasing views for their daughter." These sincere stories highlighted the power of creativity, not just for entertainment but also for inspiring a positive lifestyle.

Building on the first year's momentum

The success of the 2024 Vietnam iContent Awards affirmed the role of content creators in modern society. The event not only honored outstanding individuals and organizations but also highlighted the position of the digital creative industry in Vietnam.

According to Le Quang Tu Do, Director of the ABEI, the 2024 iContent Awards held three special meanings: it was the first time digital content creators were honored at a national event; it marked the first collaboration of Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok; and individuals were recognized as true digital content creators, beyond labels like YouTuber or TikToker.

Miss H’Hen Nie and MC Quyen Linh received the "Individual for the Community" award. Photo: Quynh Tran

Miss H’Hen Nie and MC Quyen Linh received the "Individual for the Community" award. Photo: Quynh Tran

The first year's success provides a strong foundation for future events. The 2025 Vietnam iContent Awards, themed "Vietnam Shines," will present 10 awards across three main categories:

The Digital Creator category includes five awards: Content Creator of the Year; Content Creation Organization of the Year; Promising Content Creator; Inspirational Content Creator; and Most Popular Content Creator.

The Digital Product category includes three awards: Inspirational Music; Inspirational Video; and Digital Phenomenon of the Year.

The For the Community category includes two awards: Organization for the Community and Individual for the Community.

Nominations will be accepted from 4/9 to 25/9, voting will take place from 3/10 to 24/10, the finals will run from 30/10 to 18/11, and the awards gala will be held on 29/11 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Hieu Chau