Truong Giang cries over "film flood" that grosses nearly 90 billion VND, but gets "kicked out" of the Top 2 at the box office.

During the Lunar New Year of 2026 (Year of the Horse), the box office race for Vietnamese films became more vibrant than ever, with great interest from audiences and the media.

At the center of attention is Truong Giang, who recently returned to the big screen as an actor, director, and producer with the film "My Father's House Has One Room" - a work with family-related content and relatable emotions, easily accessible to a wide audience during and after the Tet holiday.

"My Father's One-Room Apartment" tells the story of Mr. Thach, a single father who makes fish sauce and raises his daughter alone in a one-room apartment. The film depicts everyday situations, generational conflicts, a father's anxieties about his daughter, and family events to evoke emotions in viewers. However, audience and critical reactions to the film's narrative and emotional impact have been quite mixed.

Some argue that the latter half of the film clumsily pushes out tragedy and tears, resulting in many emotional scenes lacking subtle pauses. At certain moments, the male lead, Truong Giang, expresses the character's emotions through tears and strong expressions, but not always with the desired effect.

In terms of revenue, "My Father's House, One Room" had a rather impressive start to the Lunar New Year film season, grossing nearly 87-88 billion VND by mid-February 2026 according to Box Office Vietnam statistics, placing the film in second position in the domestic box office rankings during this period. This demonstrates the significant appeal of Truong Giang's personal brand and the demand for family-friendly films during the holiday season.

However, recent box office developments have been surprising, with director Le Thanh Son's film "Heavenly Treasure"—another film released at the same time—unexpectedly surpassing the daily revenue of "My Father's House, One Room," despite having fewer screenings. According to data updated on the morning of February 24, 2026, "Heavenly Treasure" sold more tickets and had slightly higher daily revenue than Truong Giang's film, placing it higher in the overall revenue rankings at a given time.

Meanwhile, both films still trail behind Tran Thanh's "Rabbit, Oh!", which absolutely dominates the top spot with revenue far exceeding the rest of the Lunar New Year film market. According to statistics, "Rabbit, Oh!" holds the number one position with overwhelming revenue, predicted to potentially reach 300 billion VND in a few days, demonstrating its strong appeal to Vietnamese audiences at the beginning of the year.

The temporary shift in rankings between "My Father's One Room" and "Heavenly Treasure" reflects the fierce competition at the box office this Lunar New Year. While "My Father's One Room" explores a familiar, safe, and accessible theme for families, "Heavenly Treasure" scores points for its consistent content and is a preferred choice for neutral audiences. This change in ranking shows that nothing is fixed, and the box office landscape could continue to fluctuate in the coming days as films extend their release dates and ticket sales increase.

Overall, while Truong Giang can be considered a relative winner with second place in total revenue, the temporary setback to "Heavenly Treasure" on the first day shows that the Lunar New Year film market is far from simple. The success of "My Father's House, One Room" is not just about revenue but also about audiences continuing to seek out relatable family stories during the holidays. This competition also reflects the diverse needs of viewers, ranging from family films to comedies, romances, and different perspectives on life.

Thus, although Truong Giang did not maintain the second position in terms of revenue at all times, it still had a strong film during the Lunar New Year season and made a certain mark at the box office. This also contributes to a rich and attractive picture for the Vietnamese film market during the peak season at the beginning of 2026.

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