Culture

Twenty-one contemporary feature films, including new hot films that have just opened in theatres, will be screened free of charge during the festival in Hanoi, such as "Song Lang", “Co can nha nam nghe nang mua" (Like an old house), and “Da co hoai lang” (Hello Vietnam). The contemporary film screening projects also gather award winning films, as well as films of public interest. A highlight of this year’s programme is the new award for the Most Popular Vietnamese Film (for feature films) voted for by the audience. In addition, 14 short films, including documentaries and cartoons, will also be featured as part of the film festival. The HANIFF V will take place from October 27 to 31 with the participation of over 500 feature and short films (documentaries, scientific films and animation) from nearly 50 countries and territories worldwide. … [Read more...] about 35 Vietnamese movies to be introduced at 5th Hanoi int’l film festival

Despite the rain, many Vietnamese and foreigners take part in the fashion show. The Sri Lankan ambassador Saranya Hasathi Urgodawatt Dissanayke is present at the event. Sonali Dharmawardena’s collection impresses onlookers with a range of fantastic outfits. A model performs whilst wearing a comfortable, larger dress. A model looks elegant in a white T-shirt and large skirt. The Sri Lankan designer also introduces an Ao dai (Vietnamese traditional dress) in modern style. Sonali Dharmawardena is most famous for her designs in a Batik style. Designer Sonali Dharmawardena with models at the fashion show Following are some photos from the collection by designer Sonali Dharmawardena: Despite the rain, many Vietnamese and foreigners take part in the fashion show. The Sri Lankan ambassador Saranya Hasathi Urgodawatt Dissanayke is present at the event. Sonali Dharmawardena’s collection impresses onlookers with a range of fantastic … [Read more...] about Sri Lanka designer’s fashion collection a hit on Hanoi launch

The organizing board of Miss Grand International 2018 recently announced their selection of the Top 5 national costumes. The contestant from Cambodia tops the charts in the national costume competition. Phuong Nga’s Ao Dai takes second place. The national costume of the Indonesian entrant is in third place. Miss Grand Mexico’s national costume achieves a fourth place finish. The national costume of Miss Grand Paraguay ranks number five. Phuong Nga and 79 other contestants participated in a party at the Grand Andaman Hotel in Myanmar on October 18. Phuong Nga looks graceful throughout in a white dress. The President of the Miss Grand International Organization Nawat Itsaragrisil (second from right) with contestants from the pageant The organizing board of Miss Grand International 2018 recently announced their selection of the Top 5 national costumes. The contestant from Cambodia tops the charts in the national costume competition. Phuong Nga’s Ao Dai … [Read more...] about Phuong Nga achieves Top 5 finish at Miss Grand Intl’s national costume competition

The launching ceremony of the international photo contest (Photo: CPV) The competition is jointly held by the city’s Department of Culture and Sports, the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists (VAPA), the Department of Fine Arts, Photography and Exhibition (APE), and the Hanoi Association of Photographic Artists. Photos must capture the beauty of Hanoi and Hanoians and convey messages themed around either “Thang Long, Hanoi a thousand years of culture”, “the Heroic Capital”, “the city for peace”, “Hanoi: integration and development”, or “Hanoi-Green-Clean-Beautiful.” Both amateur and professional photographers in Vietnam and overseas are eligible to submit their works. Each contestant is allowed to send a maximum of two entries which can include either a single photo or a collection of five to eight photos The organisers will accept submissions on the websites www.tuhaohanoi.com or www.hanoiaspride.com from … [Read more...] about Hanoi-inspired international photo contest launched

Vy, front and center with representatives either side of her from Brazil and Thailand, who were also awarded sub-prizes at the beauty pageant. The Vietnamese beauty impresses judges and foreign audiences with her perfect figure and catwalking skill. The result is a good start for Vy at the beauty pageant. Previously, Vy also wows Vietnamese fans with her stunning bikini photoshoot. Born in 1994, Huynh Vy is 1.70 meters tall, weighs 49kg, and measures 86-58-100. Currently, the beauty and other contestants are actively joining the beauty pageant’s activities, such as visiting different locations of the Philippines to learn more about the country’s culture, society and tourist attractions. She will continue to compete in several sub-contests before returning to the capital, Manila and entering the final night on October 28. Vy, front and center with representatives either side of her from Brazil and Thailand, who were also awarded sub-prizes at the beauty pageant. … [Read more...] about Huynh Vy wins Miss Body Beautiful award at Miss Tourism Queen Worldwide