Seoul [South Korea], February 16: In the poster , Mai Tai Phến and Mỹ Tâm appear walking side-by-side in the damp atmosphere of a market. The yellow light reflecting off the puddles on the street after the rain creates a sense of intimacy and familiarity, true to the realistic spirit that Tai's film aims for. Without any harsh stares or confrontational situations, the poster chooses an everyday moment, where the two characters walk and chat in a rare moment of tranquility amidst the series of events that the audience has already sensed from the teaser.
My Tam once rejected Mai Tai Phen
The release of individual posters featuring Mai Tai Phến and Mỹ Tâm on Valentine's Day is seen as a suggestive choice. This isn't a typical romantic image of love, but rather a quiet connection with multiple layers of meaning. Sharing his thoughts on the relationship between the two characters in the film, Mai Tai Phến said: "This is a character that makes me want to share and rely on her. She is also the motivation for me to become a better person, to be virtuous, and a ray of hope for me."
My Tam also shared more about the process of getting the role and how the character was developed: "The director is great at writing a character and always thinking about the actor who will play it. From there, he adjusts it to perfectly fit the actor. When I read it, I knew he wanted to write about me. I immediately refused, because at that time I only thought about producing, not acting in the film. But then, seeing that the role wasn't too difficult but still interesting, I accepted. It's just a small role. So, I felt very comfortable acting in the movie Tai ."
The poster is not simply a promotional image for the holiday season, but serves as an emotional piece that helps viewers understand the depth of the story. This detail evokes a sense of a parallel journey, where My Tam's character doesn't lead or control Tai, but chooses to walk alongside him, silently influencing him through her presence.
Furthermore, the appearance of My Tam's character is also predicted to help balance audience expectations, showing that the film is not just about conflict but also about the connections between people. From Tai's perspective, My Tam's character appears as an opportunity for him to reflect on himself. In his journey to protect his family and face the consequences of his wrong choices, this character's presence represents the potential for change and self-improvement.
For My Tam, the image in the poster presents a different look compared to what audiences had previously predicted. Instead of luxurious dresses or a ladylike image as many had speculated, the singer's character appears simple, approachable, and true to the spirit she has pursued in many of her artistic projects. This also shows the versatility of the role and how the film places the character in the right living environment of the story.
On her personal page, My Tam also reposted this poster image, along with the caption: "This picture is meant to wish you all a happy Valentine's Day." In the comments section, many viewers were curious about the relationship between the two characters in the film, while some netizens also "shipped" the two artists in real life.
Source: Thanh Nien Newspaper
