Nhung Kate: From a black girl to a Hollywood movie and a love story with Johnny Tri Nguyen

Nhung Kate - Johnny Tri Nguyen's girlfriend, although not noisy, but the actress has an impressive career. Not only stopping at Vietnamese cinema, Nhung Kate is also the one who was "chosen to send gold" by the Hollywood blockbuster director.

Actress Nhung Kate is an actress originally from Hai Phong, her real name is Duong Hong Nhung. Before pursuing a professional acting career, Nhung Kate tried in many fields such as modeling, MC. The actress, born in 1989, has participated in many TV series such as: Grandma does not like to eat pizza, Secret of the Golden Triangle, Beating Souls, Super Thief, Maid, Dusty Cholon...

In the early 2010s, Nhung Kate, although not possessing an eye-catching, black and skinny appearance, was still noticed by many directors because of her cinematic uniqueness in her appearance. At this time, she emerged as a supporting role in the romantic comedy-drama "Grandma doesn't eat pizza", co-starring with artist Le Mai, actor Danh Tung...

An angular face with the advantage of acting with eyes, Nhung Kate continues to be invited to play roles with more complex personalities. In 2013, she participated in the TV series "Secrets of the Golden Triangle" - a project in the investigation and criminal genre with a budget of 20 billion VND, a large number at that time. Nathavon - the main villain - helps her stand in the ranks of young actors with potential.

In 2009, Nhung Kate won the first prize in the "Vietnamese Film - Television Actor" contest for the first time. This is also the turning point that brought her to the artistic path. In her works, "Bui Doi Cho Lon" is not only the work that helps Nhung Kate's name to be known to the public, but it is also the work that brought her charm to Johnny Tri Nguyen.

Not stopping at Vietnamese cinema, recently, Nhung Kate attracted attention when she became one of the main actors of the mini series The Continental, a prequel to the John Wick movie series. She will appear alongside actors Colin Woodell (as Winston Scott) and Mel Gibson (as Cormac), with Jessica Allai, Ben Robson...

From a girl from Hanoi who came alone to Saigon to start a business, it can be seen that, thanks to her efforts, Nhung Kate has now reached Hollywood heights. Talking about the time when she entered Saigon, the actress once confided : "After finishing school in Hanoi, a year later I decided to go to Saigon. At that time, I had just finished my first love and I was falling into a state of confusion, unable to control my personal emotions. Because, at that time I was too young, inexperienced in life. I never thought that both of them would break up and when a relationship ended, I am extremely shocked, scared, and sad.

I came to Saigon to escape the stalemate, wandering in my thoughts, not thinking about starting a business or anything else. I'm not a thinker myself, I don't plan or set goals.

Nhung Kate's opportunity to become an actress is also quite special. The actress studied for the entrance exam to the School of Business Administration, however, at that time, Nhung Kate had two friends who were planning to register for the University of Theater and Cinema exam. Both invited Nhung Kate to go out, learn to create resources (study to prepare for exams). At that time, a teacher called the actress up and said: "But you have a very cinematic face. If you don't go to school, it will be a waste." From here, the chance that led her to art began.

In addition to her impressive career, the Vietnamese actress also attracted attention with her love affair with actor Johnny Tri Nguyen. Referring to Nhung Kate, people will immediately think of Johnny Tri Nguyen because the two have been together for many years, creating a special love story that is difficult to name.

Talking about love with his girlfriend in a 2016 interview, Johnny Tri Nguyen said that the two have many things in common such as martial arts, motorcycles. However, the actor affirmed that according to him, the wedding is material and what is material will no longer be fun. Perhaps that is the reason why the couple has not officially returned to the same house until now.

Love each other for many years, but the two are extremely secretive about their private life. In a rare sharing, Nhung Kate said: "Tri and I are living a simple life, simplifying everything. Between us, we don't need to have bullet points, we still feel comfortable. Currently, We don't have a plan about it, nor do we bother to think about it. Everyday life is full of things for me to care about. Now, I want to explore, experience the world."

Nhung Kate added: "Five years ago, I did research about marriage and having children. I learned just to have knowledge and see more clearly about it. But my life goal is not in this matter. I see life has many things for me to enjoy and have fun.If I don't have work, I'm happy enough at home listening to music, playing games or doing nothing.

More than 10 years with Johnny Tri Nguyen, Nhung Kate is happy with each passing day. She does not want to change the relationship or think about getting married or having children. Nhung Kate is the one who is always there to share and support Johnny Tri Nguyen in life and work. The couple has the same soul, empathy in thinking and accompanies hobbies such as playing cars and martial arts.

Talking about the situation of getting to know each other, Nhung Kate said: "At that time, Chanh Phuong Film recruited actors for the movie Atonement, I went to the casting and first met Mr. Tri. After a while, Mr. Tri. I went to Hanoi to make the movie Thien Mang Hero. The two met, had coffee, and went back and forth like friends. At the end of 2011, Mr. Tri went to Saigon. My relationship with Mr. Tri was for a long time. I haven't been named for a long time. Whatever happens, I just accept it."

Coming to a famous actor, having a wife and children, and peach blossom in Vietnamese showbiz, Nhung Kate confided : "When I met Mr. Tri, I was only 21 years old, still very young. That time was when I was just starting to walk. I went into life and faced trauma in love. I was often stressed, chaotic, and my mind was not calm. Mr. Tri taught me many things. Then on a beautiful day, I suddenly saw it. After that, I spent many years controlling my thoughts until I was able to think when I wanted to think and stop when I wanted to stop.

"During work, Mr. Tri taught me a lot, especially in areas related to filmmaking. He guided me in script writing, filming, lighting, the most basic knowledge about filmmaking. Here, the two share their acting knowledge. I learn a lot from him. Thanks to Mr. Tri, I grow up day by day.

At the age of 33, Nhung Kate once said that she was calmer, carefully selected the script and only participated in projects to help herself develop. Actress The Handmaid shared: ' For me, as long as I can beat yesterday's me today, it is a success."