Dinh Ngoc Diep: 'It took me 2 months to write half a page of Tuoi Tre newspaper'

Actress Dinh Ngoc Diep tells the story of her time working at Tuoi Tre, writing a series of reports about the modeling profession in which she was both co-author and the subject of the experience.

Actress Dinh Ngoc Diep used to work at Tuoi Tre newspaper when she was a student, about 20 years ago - Photo: FBNV

Dinh Ngoc Diep interned at Tuoi Tre newspaper when she was a journalism student at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (Ho Chi Minh City National University).

During the 1-2 years she worked for the newspaper, she worked in the cultural and artistic department (now the cultural and entertainment department), and was mentored by journalists there.

To have half a page of reportage in Tuoi Tre at that time, she spent 2 months researching, planning, and going to the field. She appreciates the in-depth, life-related, analytical and commentative articles of Tuoi Tre . In her family, there are also people who have collaborated with the newspaper.

Memories of writing a report about modeling at Tuoi Tre

To this day, she still remembers the feeling of surprise when she first entered the Tuoi Tre newspaper office, with many floors, many departments with computers and many seniors in the journalism world.

She recalled: "The journalists worked very professionally, from punctuality, style and writing process to professionalism. I was captivated when witnessing the dedication of the journalists in their work."

The experiences learned from Tuoi Tre newspaper have also followed Dinh Ngoc Diep for more than 40 years of her life.

Her most memorable memory while collaborating with Tuoi Tre was when she participated in the long-running reportage series "In the world of models" in 2005.

She said: "The valuable thing I learned is that to write about half a page in an article, an investigative report in the Tuoi Tre print newspaper, you have to follow it for two months, participate in events and get to the root, meet real people and real events to exploit information, not simply sit at home and write it."

Dinh Ngoc Diep's job is to penetrate the modeling world, writing about the experiences and emotions of those involved. She is also grateful to the newspaper's managers and leaders for editing and orienting the articles so that they not only reflect the negative reality but also aim for humanity and goodness.

Dinh Ngoc Diep around 2005 (left, 20 years ago) and her now - Photo: NVCC

Shortly after working as a journalist, Dinh Ngoc Diep turned to modeling and acting, so she no longer wrote for newspapers much. But she still remembers that after working with Tuoi Tre , she felt that people evaluated her more positively than when she went to other newspaper offices.

The beauty queen of Ho Chi Minh City National University in 2005 was also trained in writing essays, writing style, manners, and expertise. She believes that whatever she writes must be good, helpful, and inspiring to readers.

Dinh Ngoc Diep looks forward to in-depth analysis and commentary.

"The printed newspaper in the past was like a gift, a publication. It not only contained news but also humane, meaningful stories, talking about kindness, spreading positivity to readers. Tuoi Tre Newspaper once contributed to creating a reading culture in every family.

In my family, it was the same. Before, every morning, with a cup of coffee, he often sat with a newspaper. After reading, he would share interesting news and pass it around to the whole family so that everyone could read and discuss the news in Tuoi Tre newspaper "- actor Detective Kien recounted.

Besides Dinh Ngoc Diep, her father and brother also collaborated with Tuoi Tre newspaper in film criticism, writing about good domestic and international films.

Her whole family has a tradition of watching movies and writing about movies. Having a small corner published in the newspaper every week is also a great joy.

When she took the university entrance exam, she was also an eager student and happily checked her name on the exam score sheet printed in Tuoi Tre newspaper.

Having a connection with Tuoi Tre and journalism at the beginning of her career, Dinh Ngoc Diep took a different direction in her career, pursuing a career as an actress and film producer - working alongside her husband, director Victor Vu. However, her current job is still related to journalism and requires the journalism skills she has learned.

Today, the media landscape has changed a lot with the rise of social media and social media. But in that context, readers need in-depth articles from mainstream media.

Cinema couple Victor Vu - Dinh Ngoc Diep - Photo: FBNV

"In the art and entertainment industry, I think there is a great need for newspapers that provide deep and rich commentary and analysis. When a work, song, program or movie is released, I hope there will be more articles that contribute to those in the profession like us, as well as to readers who love art" - Dinh Ngoc Diep said.

She suggested that Tuoi Tre should make books that collect good articles over time so that readers can keep them for a long time.

Please write your Youthful Imprint in me

In the 50 years of formation and development of Tuoi Tre, readers have always been at the center. In the process of reading, following and living with Tuoi Tre, readers certainly have many memories, many unforgettable stories as well as many feelings and thoughts about a newspaper that is "spiritual food" for readers and also an unforgettable part of life for many readers.

Understanding those feelings, Tuoi Tre newspaper and its companion, Construction Corporation No. 1 - JSC (CC1) organized the writing contest "Imprints of Youth in Me" for readers, those who love and are attached to Tuoi Tre to tell touching, interesting stories, and unforgettable memories of each person associated with Tuoi Tre over the past 50 years.

The writing contest aims to spread and share the stories and impressions of readers with Tuoi Tre newspaper. At the same time, it continues to strengthen the love of readers for Tuoi Tre and for Tuoi Tre people to understand readers better, so that our journey ahead will be more meaningful.

"Youth Imprints in Me" is a forum for all Tuoi Tre readers, promoting interaction between the newspaper and readers on the occasion of Tuoi - Tre - of - us's 50th anniversary.

"Youth Imprint in Me" invites all Vietnamese people at home and abroad, regardless of age or profession, to participate.

Submission period is from May 24 to June 30, 2025. Articles must be a maximum of 1,200 words, in Vietnamese, and are encouraged to include photos and videos related to the article.

Authors are required to provide their address, phone number, email, and account number for the organizers to contact. Contest entries should be sent to email: tuoitre@tuoitre.com.vn.

Entries must not have been entered into any other writing contest and must not have been posted on any media or social networks.

Authors are responsible for the copyright of their articles, photos and videos. We do not accept illustrative photos and videos taken from social networks without copyright. The decision of the organizing committee is final.

The jury, including representatives of Tuoi Tre newspaper and a number of experts, researchers or influential celebrities in society, will judge the final round of awards from selected articles posted on Tuoi Tre platforms.

The competition summary and award ceremony is expected to take place at the end of July 2025 at Ho Chi Minh City Book Street.

Prize

* 1 first prize: 20 million VND + certificate, book

* 1 second prize: 10 million VND + certificate, book

* 1 third prize: 5 million VND + certificate, book

* 10 consolation prizes: 2 million VND each + certificate, book

* 10 reader-voted prizes: 1 million VND each + certificate, book. Voting points are calculated based on interactions with the article, in which 1 star = 15 points, 1 heart = 3 points, 1 like = 2 points.

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