HCM City artists proudly participate in the parade celebrating 50 years of national reunification

(NLDO) - Pride fosters in Ho Chi Minh City artists the creative power to create many good cultural and artistic works to serve the public.

Ho Chi Minh City artists shine brightly participating in the parade celebrating the 50th anniversary of national reunification on the morning of April 30, 2025.

From left to right: Musician Tran Xuan Tien, Meritorious Artist Quynh Lien, People's Artist and musician The Hien sing traditional revolutionary songs.

Movie actor Thai Hoa and MC Quy Hoa participated in the parade to celebrate the 50th anniversary of national reunification on the morning of April 30, 2025.

On the morning of April 30, in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City - the city named after Uncle Ho - the parade celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification took place solemnly and colorfully.

In the straight ranks, strong and spirited steps of the armed forces, youth, women, workers, farmers… there is a special formation: the HCM City Artists, Craftsmen, and Media Group.

There, the solemn atmosphere blends with the deep emotions of artists - those who preserve the national soul with melodies, images, lyrics, films and creative hands.

Proud to carry "dual mission"

Standing in the ranks of the Artists, Artisans, and Media Bloc, People's Artist Kim Xuan shared: "To participate in the parade on such a grand occasion is a great honor. We not only represent the city's artists, but are also those who spread the flame of historical memories through art, aiming for works that honor the sacred values ​​that our people have achieved over the past 50 years under the leadership of the Party."

Musician and journalist Cham Hong Giang (VTV 9) was excited during the parade celebrating the 50th anniversary of national reunification on the morning of April 30, 2025.

Folk artists preserve the precious heritages of the country's culture and art, participating in the parade to celebrate the 50th anniversary of national reunification on the morning of April 30, 2025.

Participating in the parade, each artist carries in their heart a story, a memory and a mission. It is not only a symbolic task of the industry, but also a heartfelt gratitude to the fallen generation, a responsibility to preserve identity and continue writing history in the language of art.

Rap - Hithop group TDB (from left to right: Hoang Trung Anh, Chau Nhat Tin, Van Hau, Huy Truong and La Tran Duc Thien) happily attended the parade to celebrate the 50th anniversary of national reunification on the morning of April 30, 2025.

If the applause for the army and youth volunteers was admiration for their strength and courage, the eyes following the Artists' Group were filled with gratitude.

Behind the steady footsteps are the images of art units, stages, film crews, dance troupes, theaters, socialized catwalks... who have made efforts to keep the memory of the victorious spring of 1975 intact through works, songs, dances, photos, fine arts, films, books - stories, newspapers, television... reaching the public and through that, "so that patriotism permeates each generation".

We, the artists, will continue to strive to join hands to create, promote, and bring literary and artistic works to new heights" - People's Artist My Uyen confided.

Actress and film producer Dinh Ngoc Diep was delighted at the parade celebrating the 50th anniversary of national reunification on the morning of April 30, 2025.

Meritorious Artist Le Tu - a familiar face on the Tran Huu Trang Theater stage - shared: "I am moved when thinking about senior artists such as People's Artist Bay Nam, People's Artist Phung Ha, People's Artist Nam Chau, People's Artist Ba Du, People's Artist Kim Cuong, People's Artist Minh Vuong, People's Artist Le Thuy... those who have passed on the flame of love for the profession to us, so that today, after 50 years, looking back, in every step of our efforts, we will make constant efforts to create many good works to serve the public."

Art – a bridge between past and present

People's Artist Nguyen Thi Thanh Thuy, Deputy Director of the Department of Culture and Sports of Ho Chi Minh City, said that today's artists, artisans, and media are not only symbols of memory, but also bridges between the past and the future. In the flow of modern life, art helps the young generation understand that today's freedom does not come from luck, but is exchanged for the blood, bones, and intelligence of an entire nation.

Singer Isaac (Pham Luu Tuan Tai) was excited. Isaac was happy at the parade celebrating the 50th anniversary of national reunification on the morning of April 30.

"The efforts of artists in Ho Chi Minh City are to affirm the position of a major cultural center, aiming to become a Creative City in the field of cinema, not only inheriting the long-standing creative tradition but also continuing to adapt to the contemporary context, thereby elevating the Ho Chi Minh City cinema industry and contributing to sustainable development; playing an important role in protecting and promoting cultural identity, stimulating multidimensional growth in economy, society, culture and environment.

At the same time, it creates a foundation for Ho Chi Minh City to plan and develop in a sustainable direction, meeting UNESCO's criteria in the Creative Cities Network; raising awareness of the importance of creativity and diversity of cultural expressions; effectively utilizing international initiatives in various fields to promote comprehensive development."

Actress Di Oanh (Lac Long Quan Stage) was happy at the parade celebrating the 50th anniversary of national reunification on the morning of April 30, 2025.

Meritorious artist Phuong Hau, who has been involved in the art of Don Ca Tai Tu for more than 40 years, was moved: "I used to sing vọng cổ songs about the Liberation Day of the South, but today, when I put on the traditional ao dai and walked in the heart of the city, that feeling became strangely sacred. It is an honor that I will carry with me for the rest of my life."

Connecting hearts with soft power

The parade in the hearts of artists in Ho Chi Minh City is not only a performance of the force, but also a chorus of the people's hearts. The group of artists, artisans, and media is like a soft but persistent, silent but powerful flow - connecting the past, present, and future with the power of art, culture, and community memory.

They come from many fields: hát bội, cải lương, drama, folk artists, musicians, circus performers, puppeteers, magicians... All have been contributing many creative contributions to the art garden of Ho Chi Minh City, making it more and more colorful and brilliant.

Amidst the bustling music and the bright red flags, the eyes of the people standing on both sides of the road shone with faith and pride. The artists – those who walked among the people with their songs, poems and pictures – left a quiet but profound mark on that complete national festival.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/nghe-si-tp-hcm-tu-hao-tham-gia-le-dieu-binh-dieu-hanh-50-nam-thong-nhat-dat-nuoc-196250430110405501.htm