(VHU) Featuring a diverse range of carefully prepared performances and live improvisation challenges, the Top 12 finalists of the Van Hien MC Competition for the 2025–2026 academic year showcased their unique personalities and talents as young people passionate about the art of hosting. As the “When the Heart Speaks” journey came to a close, the competition's prestigious titles officially found their winners.
The Top 12 and Their Journey to Creating “My Signature”
Being a master of ceremonies requires more than just a captivating voice. It also demands strong content development skills, the ability to connect with audiences, quick thinking, adaptability, and the confidence to command the stage. These qualities were put to the test as the Top 12 contestants competed in the Grand Finale of the Van Hien MC Competition for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Under the theme “When the Heart Speaks,” the competition provided a platform for students to discover and express their individuality rather than conform to a conventional hosting style. This spirit was particularly evident in the theatrical performance round, “My Signature,” where 12 contestants from two categories—Television MC and Event & Entertainment MC—entered the decisive stage of the competition.
Each contestant delivered a specialized hosting performance in their chosen field. The stage continuously transformed, featuring cultural news segments, talk shows, stories about young people, fashion shows, traditional cultural presentations, gala events, and live performances. The diversity of topics and formats allowed each contestant to demonstrate their approach to content development, command of language, and distinctive hosting style.
When Confidence Is Tested Beyond the Script
While the specialized hosting performances highlighted the contestants' preparation and individual styles, the situational challenges and interview questions from the judging panel tested their ability to respond to unexpected circumstances.
Following their performances, each contestant randomly selected a judge who would present a question or scenario. Contestants were given a maximum of three minutes to respond or handle the situation directly on stage. This challenge provided a clearer demonstration of their quick thinking, analytical abilities, adaptability, and composure as aspiring professional hosts.
The Grand Finale was evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges, including:
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Thu Trang – Vice Rector of Van Hien University.
- MA. Huynh Hoang Cu – Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Van Hien University.
- MA., MC Huynh Thi Quynh Hoa – Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Cultural House.
- MC Thanh Thao – Founder & CEO of Sun&Moon Academy.
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Representatives of the Organizing Committee and members of the Judging Panel at the Grand Finale of the Van Hien MC Competition for the 2025–2026 academic year.
The performances were evaluated based on hosting skills, content quality and professional expertise, stage presence and confidence, as well as their suitability for the contestants' chosen categories.
Celebrating the Outstanding Winners of the Van Hien MC Competition 2026
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Le Thi Ngoc Anh from the Faculty of Social Sciences receives the Champion title in Category B – Event & Entertainment MC at the competition.
Following the competitive performances, the final results were announced across the two categories.
Category A – Television MC
Runners-up:
- Tran Duc Phong – Faculty of Economics.
- Le Kieu Ngoc – Faculty of Communication.
Talented MC:
- Nguyen Thi Minh Nhu – Faculty of Communication.
Promising MCs:
- Pham Thi Quynh Nhung – Faculty of Social Sciences.
- Le Thi Ngoc Ha – Faculty of Foreign Languages.
- Nguyen Thi Thanh Ngan – Faculty of Foreign Languages.
Category B – Event & Entertainment MC
Champion:
- Le Thi Ngoc Anh – Faculty of Social Sciences.
Runner-up:
- Chau Le Quyen – Faculty of Communication.
Talented MC:
- Pham Nhut Thien – Faculty of Tourism.
Promising MCs:
- Pham Nguyen Tuyet Ngan – Faculty of Tourism.
- Tran Cong Hau – Faculty of Economics.
- Pham Kim Yen – Faculty of Foreign Languages.
In addition to winning the Champion title, Le Thi Ngoc Anh was also named Most Popular MC, as determined by live audience voting at the venue. Pham Nguyen Tuyet Ngan received the Most Inspirational MC award.
The live voting format also gave audience members an opportunity to become part of the Grand Finale, allowing them to recognize and celebrate the performances that left the strongest impressions.
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Award-winning contestants pose for a commemorative photo with representatives of Van Hien University and the Judging Panel.
From a Competition to a Journey of Developing a Distinctive Personal Style
As the Grand Finale came to a close, the true value of “When the Heart Speaks” extended far beyond the awards and titles. Throughout the journey of practicing, developing content, performing in front of audiences, and responding to unexpected situations beyond the script, each contestant gained valuable practical experience to recognize their strengths, refine their skills, and shape their own distinctive hosting style.
This also reflects the core purpose of the Van Hien MC Competition: to create an environment where students can not only explore their potential in the art of hosting but also strengthen their communication skills, critical thinking, confidence, and ability to express themselves with composure in front of an audience.