Boom Bum, Vũ Linh's nephew, reacts sharply to comparisons with the late Meritorious Artist Thanh Nga.

Following a wave of criticism regarding her singing and acting skills in the "Me Linh Chorus" segment, Thuy Dung – the niece of the late Meritorious Artist Vu Linh – has officially responded frankly on social media, addressing both professional issues and the hidden aspects behind the scenes.

Be humble and respectful in the face of the overwhelming shadow of your predecessors.

In recent days, Thùy Dung's portrayal of the heroine Trưng Trắc in the program "Tự Tình Phương Nam 4" has become the focus of public discussion. The majority of opinions suggest that the young artist possesses a weak singing voice, lacks confidence in her performance style, and doesn't have enough depth to handle a classic role previously performed brilliantly by the late artist Thanh Nga.

Faced with conflicting opinions, Thùy Dung expressed a calm and open-minded attitude. She acknowledged that Trưng Trắc was not just a role, but a great spiritual symbol of the nation, requiring the artist to possess both skill and profound experience.

"Dung understands that when taking on a classic role, she still has many shortcomings in singing and acting skills compared to her predecessors," Thuy Dung confided.

The female artist affirmed that she always appreciates constructive feedback. For her, audience praise and criticism regarding professional performance are inevitable in the performing arts. Frank contributions from viewers and colleagues serve as a "mirror" to help her reflect on herself, thereby striving to improve on her long artistic journey ahead.

We are determined to eliminate "distorted" behavior on social media.

However, the story doesn't end with mere artistic criticism. Thuy Dung expressed her heartbreak at seeing her image in her performance costume being manipulated and Photoshopped for the purpose of mockery and widely circulated on social media.

The niece of "King of Cai Luong Ho Quang" Vu Linh said that some social media accounts had exploited images from the performance to post insulting content, accompanied by defamatory remarks. She emphasized that this was uncivilized behavior and went beyond the boundaries of art criticism.

Key points in Thùy Dung's response:

Acknowledging shortcomings: Affirming the need for further learning to keep pace with previous generations. Appreciating goodwill: Viewing professional feedback as an opportunity for growth. Opposing ridicule: Condemning the use of artistic imagery to defame human dignity. Appeal: Hoping the online community will stop spreading offensive content.

The line between criticism and attack

According to Thuy Dung, every audience member has the right to critically evaluate the quality of art, especially with roles that symbolize national identity. However, using personal images as cheap entertainment tools or to insult dignity is a violation of individual rights.

Thùy Dung's statement comes amidst ongoing debate surrounding her performance of the song "Mê Linh" (Me Linh's Chorus). While her performance remains controversial, her direct approach to public opinion and her clear distinction between "professionalism" and "personal life" have garnered significant attention.

This incident once again raises a warning about online etiquette. Art criticism is necessary for artists to improve, but kindness and respect for the law in using other people's images are also indispensable in a civilized community.

Vu Linh's niece responds after playing Trung Trac; netizens dig up the incident where her biological father disowned her. Đình Như16:53:53 12/03/2026Bum Bum is the daughter of Cai Luong artist Tieu Linh, the younger brother of the late artist Vu Linh. Therefore, she is also the niece of the "King of Cai Luong" Ho Quang - one of the most famous artists of Vietnamese Cai Luong theater.