Meritorious Artist Tran Thai Son: Always giving his all in every role

Meritorious Artist Tran Thai Son was born in 1983 in Hung Yen province. After graduating from the Cheo (traditional Vietnamese opera) class, Department of Traditional Opera, Hanoi University of Theatre and Film, Thai Son joined the Vietnam Cheo Theatre.

Not only has he achieved success on the traditional Vietnamese opera stage with numerous gold and silver medals at various festivals, but in recent years, Meritorious Artist Tran Thai Son has also impressed television viewers with many roles rich in personal characteristics.

Meritorious Artist Thai Son in the film "My Father Who Stayed Behind".

- Recently, audiences have been particularly impressed with your portrayal of Mr. Binh in the film "My Father, the One Who Stayed Behind." The character seems tailor-made for you – simple, kind-hearted, patient, and full of love. What makes you especially fond of this role?

- The character of Mr. Binh is a kind, patient, hardworking father who endures hardship and sacrifice for his children's happiness. However, this is also a difficult role, with complex emotional scenes.

When I read the script, I immediately fell in love with the character, which made me even more determined to take on the role, and I was fortunate enough to gain the director's trust.

When I took on the role, I felt it was a perfect fit for me. I knew the script by heart and didn't need to force myself to act. Everything went so smoothly, and I'm still moved whenever I recall each scene in the film.

In addition, the character taught me many professional lessons and life lessons, such as parenting techniques and social etiquette.

- In "My Father, the One Who Stayed Behind," the audience paid particular attention to traditional art forms such as cheo, chau van, and xam - which were naturally expressed through his performance. Many wondered: Was this the director's intention or his own – an artist with a strong background in traditional music ?

- In the film "My Father, the One Who Stayed Behind," the character Mr. Binh sings traditional Vietnamese folk songs, including cheo, van, and xam, but this wasn't my intention; it was the crew's. The director practically tailor-made this role for me. The original script already included these scenes. My job was to advise on choosing songs that suited the character.

Director Vu Truong Khoa was also very pleased with my performance of the traditional Vietnamese folk songs and chants; it made the character more lively and clearly brought out the character's inner feelings.

- You once shared that you're a very emotional person, and that reading a touching book can bring you to tears. So, in this film, which scene moved you the most?

- When I read the script for this film, I was worried about how I would portray many of the emotional scenes. But playing the role helped me overcome that challenge, and I've grown more mature professionally.

The scene that made me cry the most was when Viet (played by Thai Vu) was talking to his father, Binh, at the front door. The dialogue was, "From now on, I will bear the surname Vu. I only have one father, and that's Binh. Please don't abandon me." That scene filled me with emotion, something I can't forget, and even now, when I think about it, I can't hold back my tears.

- Previously, Meritorious Artist Thai Son had many impressive roles such as Tu "the effeminate" in "Under the Tree of Happiness," the drunken son-in-law in "The War Without Borders," and Thang in "Cheer Up, Brothers!" Are you truly satisfied with those roles?

- With his role as Tú in "Under the Tree of Happiness," Thái Sơn quickly won over audiences and received much praise. His co-stars and critics also appreciated his performance, noting his charming, natural, and captivating acting style. Thái Sơn also sang traditional Vietnamese folk songs, recited poetry, and performed chants while playing Tú, making the character come alive.

For example, the role of Thắng in "Cheer Up, Brothers!" is a character different from the roles Thái Sơn has played. Thắng is nothing like A Rể in "The War Without Borders," nor Tú in "Under the Tree of Happiness," or Điều in "The Black Potion."

Each role has its own personality and appearance. The character Thắng doesn't have a particularly striking appearance, but his personality is simple, down-to-earth, sincere, and even a little naive. This is still a type of role that falls within my forte. It wouldn't be true to say it's not difficult, because every role has its own challenges. An actor must be the one to conquer them. With the role of Thắng, I'm about 80% satisfied with it so far.

- Many people have commented that feisty roles suit you very well. Does that personality trait resemble artist Thai Son in real life?

- I think I have a multifaceted personality. When I'm under a lot of pressure, I tend to be a bit sharp-tongued. Conversely, when things are going smoothly, my personality is much calmer. And generally speaking, for Thai Son, being a lead actor is the happiest and most wonderful thing.

So, what are your expectations for your upcoming roles?

- Thai Son is still looking forward to more impressive, unique, and multifaceted roles to challenge himself with. This profession always demands creativity and passion, from stage to television, and Thai Son always strives his best in every role.

- Thank you, Meritorious Artist Thai Son, and I wish you continued success.

Artist Tran Thai Son was awarded the title of Meritorious Artist in 2023. Prior to that, in 2014, he won the gold medal at the National Cheo Stage Actor Talent Competition. In 2016, he won the silver medal at the National Professional Cheo Stage Art Competition and second prize (Professional Category) at the My Village Cheo Festival.

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