The sacred father–son bond and genuine camaraderie take center stage in Episode 3 of Anh Trai Vuot Ngan Chong Gai 2026

Le Xuan Tien of Nha My Nam moved to tears after fulfilling his late father's wish too late

(Nha My Nam consists of BB Tran, Duy Khanh Zou Zou, Toki Thanh Tho, Thuan Nguyen, and Le Xuan Tien. They performed "Buong Tay," written by Luu Thien Huong.)

Nha My Nam shines with the performance of "Buong Tay"

Nha My Nam's performance of Buong Tay brought a striking contrast to the high-energy acts that came before. Portraying five charismatic knights, BB Tran, Duy Khanh Zou Zou, Toki Thanh Tho, Thuan Nguyen, and Le Xuan Tien delivered a polished stage with strong vocals, synchronized choreography, and powerful martial arts-inspired movements. Their balanced lineup and commanding stage presence evoked the image of a well-rounded idol group.

Behind the performance, however, was a difficult journey. While preparing intensively for Performance Round 1, Le Xuan Tien received the sudden news of his father's passing. Taking time away to attend the funeral during the limited rehearsal period added significant emotional pressure as he worked to keep up with the demanding group performance.

Anh Tai Le Xuan Tien did his best to overcome his grief and the emotional pressure to deliver the strongest performance he could

During that difficult time, the bond among the members of Nha My Nam extended beyond teamwork to genuine care and support. The group took the initiative to restructure the performance, easing Le Xuan Tien's workload so he could focus on his family. According to Le Xuan Tien, leader BB Tran texted him: "We've already worked everything out and divided the parts. We'll stay with you until the end. Just come back and do what you can. The group will be fine, and no one is worried about being affected." That sincere support and reassurance became Le Xuan Tien's greatest source of strength, helping him move forward.

Leader BB Tran and the members of Nha My Nam stood by one another through every challenge

Moved to tears, Le Xuan Tien went on to share the grief and regret that performing on stage had also been a way of fulfilling one of his father's wishes one that his father would never have the chance to witness. Holding back his emotions, he recalled his father's words: "Why don't you take singing lessons? I want to see you perform in a show someday."

Le Xuan Tien revealed that he had planned to keep his participation in Anh Trai Vuot Ngan Chong Gai 2026 a secret. His intention was to invite his father out for a meal and watch the broadcast together when the episode aired. But his father's sudden passing meant that wish would never come true. Standing under the lights of Performance Round 1, his heartfelt words, "I realized I had no more chances," moved the other Anh Tai, host Anh Tuan, and hundreds of audience members to tears.

Overcoming immense hardship with remarkable strength, Le Xuan Tien and the members of Nha My Nam concluded their performance with 2,110 audience votes, temporarily taking the top spot.

Watching Nha My Nam's performance - Buong Tay: BUÔNG TAY - BB TRẦN, THUẬN NGUYỄN, TOKI THÀNH THỎ, DUY KHÁNH, LÊ XUÂN TIỀN | ATVNCG 2026

Nha Ngoai O overtakes Nha My Nam with a "nothing left to lose" mindset

(Nha Ngoai O consists of Dong Hung, K.O, and 14 Casper. They performed "Xa," written by Le Quang Hung)

Nha Ngoai O captivates with a fairytale-inspired look

Drawing inspiration from Beauty and the Beast, Nha Ngoai O brought a musical-inspired concept to life with Xa, delivering a well-executed performance that captivated the audience through its music, storytelling, and stage production.

Anh Tai Dong Hung brings the "Beast" character to life

Behind the success of the performance was the determination of all three members to approach it with a "nothing left to lose" mindset. During the process of rearranging the song and rehearsing, 14 Casper earned high praise from senior artist Dong Hung for his meticulousness. He paid close attention to every detail in the recordings, carefully refining not only his own parts but also those of his teammates from rhythm and pitch to the overall emotion of the song. Dong Hung described this level of dedication as a valuable quality for any artist.

The dialogue between Anh Tai Dong Hung and Anh Tai K.O's characters heightened the emotional climax of the performance

The performance drew even greater emotional impact from K.O's unwavering determination. He fully immersed himself in his character with the mindset of giving everything he had. His teammates expressed their admiration after witnessing him rehearse with such intensity that, as they described it, "the veins in his neck were bulging" as he pushed himself to deliver the character's emotions as authentically as possible.

The performance concluded to enthusiastic applause from the audience. Backstage, 14 Casper recalled an emotional moment when he and K.O literally held hands to encourage each other before going on stage, sharing the mindset that they had nothing left to lose. As 14 Casper put it, "Let's treat this as the last Performance Round we'll ever do together."

That self-imposed pressure and wholehearted commitment paid off. Earning a higher audience score than Nha My Nam, Nha Ngoai O temporarily claimed the No. 1 position.

Watching Nha Ngoai O's performance: XA - ĐÔNG HÙNG, K.O, 14 CASPER | Anh Trai Vượt Ngàn Chông Gai 2026

Dai Nghia shaves his head live on the stage of Anh Trai Vuot Ngan Chong Gai 2026 to spread a message of positivity

(Nha Cui Lua consists of Dinh Manh Ninh, Dai Nghia, It's Charles., Trinh Thang Binh, and Will. They performed "Qua Khu Con Lai Gi," written by Vu Minh Tam)

Nha Cui Lua delivers a heartfelt performance, bringing the story of the song to life on stage

As Qua Khu Con Lai Gi came to an end, the audience fell silent as Dai Nghia appeared with his head completely shaved. On stage, host Anh Tuan was visibly moved as he bent down to pick up the real strands of hair scattered across the floor, while the Anh Tai watching from backstage were left both shocked and deeply touched by the senior artist's decision.

Anh Tai Dai Nghia's on-stage head shave sparked an emotional response from both the audience and his fellow Anh Tai

According to Dai Nghia, for a veteran performer and seasoned actor, shaving his head was "never an easy decision." Explaining his choice, he said the act was his way of bringing to life a message he wanted to share: everyone has a past that they eventually need to move beyond. Everyone stumbles, makes mistakes, and reaches moments when they want to turn a new page in life. "What matters is whether we dare to do it, whether we dare to step beyond our own limits."

For Dai Nghia, finding the courage to move beyond one's past and personal boundaries is what brings inner peace and that, he believes, is true strength. Shaving his own head on stage symbolized his decision to begin a new chapter in life.

Although the powerful moment was not enough to help Nha Cui Lua surpass Nha Ngoai O on the scoreboard, the members felt that the final score was no longer the only measure of their journey. As Dinh Manh Ninh shared, the result did not diminish the value of what the group had experienced and achieved together.

Watching Nha Cui Lua's performance - Qua Khu Con Lai Gi: HERE

A fresh take on the childhood classic "Nhong Nhong Nhong": Thai VG, Huynh Lap, and Thai Le Minh Hieu touch the hearts of fathers

(Nha Lam Manh consists of Huynh Lap, Thai VG, and Thai Le Minh Hieu. They performed "Nhong Nhong Nhong," written by The Hien)

Nha Lam Manh transforms a children's song into an emotional tribute to the bond between father and child

Exploring the bond between father and child, Nha Lam Manh's performance of Nhong Nhong Nhong, featuring Thai VG, Huynh Lap, and Thai Le Minh Hieu, transformed a beloved childhood song into a heartfelt story filled with nostalgia and reflection.

Although their artistic styles, strengths, and career experiences were vastly different something Huynh Lap jokingly compared to "a three-colored sweet soup" the members from different generations found common ground in portraying the emotional weight and quiet sacrifices of fatherhood.

The first major challenge fell to the youngest member, Thai Le Minh Hieu, who took on the role of lead vocalist. Despite having only a few key lines, they formed the emotional climax of the song. He spent hours in the recording studio, from 5 p.m. until midnight, determined to perfect the most important part of the performance.

Anh Tai Thai Le Minh Hieu took on the role of the group's main vocalist and delivered it with remarkable confidence and maturity

That perseverance, combined with Thai VG's introspective Vietnamese rap verses and lyrics, along with Huynh Lap's stage direction, came together to create a polished and deeply moving performance that resonated with both the audience and the other Anh Tai.

Much of the performance's emotional impact stemmed from the life experiences that Thai VG brought to the stage. As the father of three children who has endured many hardships to protect his family, the rapper poured his struggles, resilience, and unwavering devotion into the song. Despite his limited Vietnamese, he made every effort to express those deeply personal emotions through the performance.

Portraying a father, Anh Tai Thai VG delivered a heartfelt and authentic depiction of the sacred bond between father and child on stage

Thai VG also expressed his admiration for Huynh Lap's directing talent, admitting that he had previously only known him through his horror storytelling videos on YouTube. Together with Thai Le Minh Hieu's dedication and wholehearted effort throughout rehearsals, the three members built such a strong bond that they were brought to tears together in the rehearsal room.

Reflecting on the experience, Thai VG said, "This was meant to happen. We were meant to perform this song together. I can feel how special it is from the bottom of my heart."

Watching Nha Lam Manh's performance: NHONG NHONG NHONG - THÁI VG, HUỲNH LẬP, THÁI LÊ MINH HIẾU | Anh Trai Vượt Ngàn Chông Gai 2026

At the end of the first half of Performance Round 1 in the Bach Ma group, Nha Lam Manh officially secured the No. 1 position and advanced to safety.

Episode 4 of Anh Trai Vuot Ngan Chong Gai 2026, featuring the continuation of Performance Round 1, will air at 8:00 p.m. on VTV3 and at 8:30 p.m. on YeaH1's YouTube channel on July 25, 2026.

The program is produced and exclusively owned by YeaH1.

BACH MA COMPETITION GROUP

Nha My Nam consists of BB Tran, Duy Khanh Zou Zou, Toki Thanh Tho, Thuan Nguyen, and Le Xuan Tien. They performed Buong Tay, written by Luu Thien Huong.

Nha Cui Lua consists of Dinh Manh Ninh, Dai Nghia, It's Charles., Trinh Thang Binh, and Will. They performed Qua Khu Con Lai Gi, written by Vu Minh Tam.

Nha Ngoai O consists of Dong Hung, K.O, and 14 Casper. They performed Xa, written by Le Quang Hung.

Nha Lam Manh (Safe House) consists of Huynh Lap, Thai VG, and Thai Le Minh Hieu. They performed Nhong Nhong Nhong, written by The Hien.

HAC MA COMPETITION GROUP

Nha Hoa Lua consists of Hoang Dung, Thom (Da LAB), Cheng, Hoang Rob, and Vuong Anh Tu. They performed Let Me Go, written by Kim Long.

Nha Vinh Quy Bai To consists of Jun Pham, Thanh Duy, and Mew Amazing. They performed the Vietnamese folk song Ly Ngua O.

Nha Soan Nhac consists of Hoang Ton, Ha An Huy, Tho (Da LAB), Ho Dong Quan, and OSAD. They performed a newly composed original song (X-Song).

Nha Dien Anh consists of Neko Le, Phung Minh Cuong, Tung Mint, and Nguyen Van Chung. They performed Anh Se Den Cung Con Mua, written by Hua Kim Tuyen.

PERFORMANCE ROUND 1 RULES

The Anh Tai are divided into eight Houses, which are split into two competition groups: Bach Ma and Hac Ma, with four Houses in each group.

Each group features four performances, one from each House. After every performance, the studio audience casts their votes.

The House receiving the highest number of audience votes sets the benchmark score for the remaining Houses to surpass. Any House that exceeds the current benchmark becomes the new No. 1 House.

During the live show, only the score of the first-performing House is revealed. The scores of subsequent Houses remain undisclosed, with only the identity of the new No. 1 House announced. After each performance, the House that moves into the top position is honored with a seat in the Hall of Honor.

Each competition group will have only one Safe House, while the remaining three Houses will be placed in the Danger Zone. Among the six Houses in the Danger Zone, one or more Anh Tai will be eliminated.

At the end of the performance round, the studio audience votes for their three favorite Anh Tai. Each audience vote is worth 10 firepower points, and each contestant's total Firepower score will determine whether they continue in the competition or are eliminated.