November 26, 2025 | 21:51 (GMT+7)
“Red Rain” wins Golden Lotus Award at 24th Vietnam Film Festival
PANO - “Mua do” (Red Rain), directed by Dang Thai Huyen, won the Golden Lotus Award for feature film, the most prestigious category of the Vietnam Film Festival, at the 24th edition of the event, which closed in Ho Chi Minh City on November 25.
The film also secured several other accolades, including the best visual effects, best supporting actor, and best sound.
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“Mua do” team honored at the event |
Silver Lotus Awards were given to three works “Dia Dao – Mat troi trong bong toi” (Tunnel: Sun in the Dark), “Tu chien tren khong” (Hijacked) and “Chi dau” (The Real Sister).
Acting prizes went to Phuong Anh Dao for Best Actress in “Mai,” and Tuan Tran for Best Actor in “Mang me di bo” (Leaving mom). Supporting actor awards were presented to Hong Dao (The Real Sister), Bao Dinh (Hijacked), and Phuong Nam (Red Rain).
Addressing the event, Dang Tran Cuong, Director of the ministry’s Cinema Department, highlighted that Vietnam is among the few countries worldwide where both film production and box office revenue have surpassed pre-pandemic levels. Vietnamese films now account for nearly 70% of cinema screenings, demonstrating the resilience and strong development of the nation’s film industry.
He noted that the key foundations for this growth include political stability, a growing economy, improved living standards, and the perseverance and creativity of the filmmaking community.
On this occasion, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism presented certificates of merit to individuals and collectives who have made remarkable contributions to the development and promotion of Vietnamese cinema. Among the honorees were CJ CGV Vietnam, Galaxy Studio, and Ngo Phuong Lan, President of the Vietnam Association for Film Promotion and Development.
Translated by Chung Anh