People's Artist Nguyen Hai - In movies, he always plays the role of a "criminal", in real life he is a retired Colonel, a perfect U70

When mentioning Meritorious Artist Nguyen Hai, perhaps people will remember his small eyes, smirk, and angular face. And as fate would have it, with that unattractive appearance, he was born to play the role of a villain.

Actor who specializes in playing "in prison, out crime" roles

People's Artist Nguyen Hai is a familiar face on the small screen. Possessing a natural acting style and a face that "doesn't need acting to exude bad character", his name is associated with extremely impressive villain roles such as Trinh Kha in The Story of Nho Village, General Director Le Thanh in Running the Case. , or the role of Mr. Can, a prostitute boss in Quynh Doll...

In addition, artist Nguyen Hai is also the former Deputy Head of the People's Public Security Drama Troupe and held the rank of Colonel before retiring. In 2019, he was awarded the title of People's Artist.

Few people know that before becoming involved with art, artist Nguyen Hai graduated from the University of Mining and Geology. After that, he spent 6-8 months working as a tunnel and furnace mining engineer in Quang Ninh province. However, his burning love for art prompted him to change his profession.

In 1986, People's Artist Nguyen Hai graduated from Course 7, University of Theater and Cinema. After that, he returned to work at the People's Police Theater Troupe. In the beginning, the male artist was destined to take on the main role. But one time, People's Artist Le Hung decided to let him try a villain role on stage. Since then, artist Nguyen Hai has continuously taken on villain roles.

Sharing about the role that impressed him the most, People's Artist Nguyen Hai said it was the role of Trinh Kha in the movie The Story of Nho Village. Because when the movie aired, his father in the countryside watched the movie and saw that his son played the role of a farmer and turned into an extremely knowledgeable scoundrel. He was extremely angry because his neighbors slandered and condemned him.

After that, Nguyen Hai's father asked someone from the countryside to come to Hanoi to tell him: "There are so many good roles that I don't play, but I play the role of... an ill-mannered guy, tell him not to show his face back to his hometown anymore."

Not only was his father forbidden to go home, his negative roles also repeatedly pushed artist Nguyen Hai into a situation of "laughing and crying". Because his father played the evil role so well, People's Artist Nguyen Hai's children were scared and did not dare to come close to their father. Seeing her father, the daughter had to hide behind the sofa, not daring to talk.

The actor also felt extremely guilty when his children went to school and were shunned and teased by their friends because they mistook him for a real criminal. Later, he spent more time with his family and talked to his children more so that they could understand the work he was doing.

A cozy life with his wife and children under the same roof

In contrast to the brazen and fierce appearance in the movie, in real life, People's Artist Nguyen Hai is honest, open and loves his job. Currently, although retired, he is still active in art.

In recent years, the male artist has acted in many movies such as Quynh Doll and Underground Storm. Recently, he went to the city. HCM made the movie Cobra, along with a few short films and theatrical films.

In addition, artist Nguyen Hai also works as a lawyer, specializing in free legal advice for people. He also opened an educational center and occasionally taught film clubs and some filmmaking experience centers. Therefore, the male artist confided that he is now even busier than when he was working.

"I studied law before working at the People's Public Security Drama Troupe, then went to the Judicial Academy to continue studying, completed a certificate and had a law practice card, so when I retired, I had the opportunity to practice law again. Working as a profession, I have helped many people in need of legal aid. Even when I was still working or retired, I cultivated kindness and preserved everything from a young age. Don't think, I am People's Artists can do whatever they want. Everything has to be neat, don't rely on popularity to do ridiculous things.

As a lawyer, I advise very carefully. My principle is not to promise anything, but based on the provisions of the law to equip people with the most standard knowledge," he shared about the legal profession.

According to People's Artist Nguyen Hai, his success today is greatly contributed by his wife. The male artist shared in the program Narrative: "I am proud to have a woman who is always persistent, steady and even writhing, always following behind to serve her husband.

My success today is 99% due to my family's efforts. Family is the cradle that gives me peace of mind to work and pursue my career. Many times I have to restrain myself and think because the sacrifice my wife has made for me is so great."

In addition, artist Nguyen Hai is also proud to maintain a harmonious and happy family.

Sharing the secret to keeping his family happy, he revealed: "I try to eat with my wife and children as much as possible. Sometimes while I'm at work, I suddenly remember: I haven't eaten a meal with my family this week, so also feel guilty".

He was happy because after his children got married, they all lived with their parents under the same roof. The male artist's eldest son studied abroad in England and is now a police captain, while his youngest daughter just got married.

At the age of 65, artist Nguyen Hai became a grandfather and grandfather. When he is not busy with work, he often helps his children look after their grandchildren, prepare milk himself, and lull them to sleep.

Talking about his current life, artist Nguyen Hai expressed his satisfaction. He confided to Dan Tri: "When I come home from work, see my loved ones happy, welcoming me to a hot tray of rice, I feel happy, I don't need anything more."

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