Archive · 4 Jan 2026
Love in Vietnam Gains Global Acclaim
Love in Vietnam is a movie made by people from India and Vietnam.
It tells a story that makes people feel strong emotions like love and hope.
Even though it wasn't very popular in India, it won big awards in South Korea.
The director, Rahhat Shah Kazmi, says that emotions are the same everywhere, so people from different countries can understand and enjoy the movie.
The movie has songs, but that didn't stop people from liking it.
This shows that good stories can be loved by everyone, no matter where they come from.
The movie will soon be shown in Vietnam and Korea.
Love in Vietnam, an Indo-Vietnamese film, won Best Asian Film and Best Director of Asia at the Seoul Global Movie Awards 2025.
The film is set for theatrical release in Vietnam on January 9, followed by a Korean release.
Director Rahhat Shah Kazmi attributes the film's international success to its emotionally resonant storytelling.
The collaboration faced challenges due to different work cultures and storytelling approaches, but trust and patience helped overcome them.
The film's success internationally highlights the potential for independent Indian filmmakers to reach global audiences without diluting their creative voice.
- Who
- Rahhat Shah Kazmi (director), Shantanu Maheshwari, Avneet Kaur, Kha Ngân, Farida Jalal (actors)
- What
- Love in Vietnam, an Indo-Vietnamese film, gaining international recognition
- When
- Awards won in 2025, Vietnam release on January 9
- Where
- Premiered in South Korea, set for release in Vietnam and Korea
- Why
- Emotionally resonant storytelling that transcends cultural boundaries
- Film Title
- Love in Vietnam
- Director
- Rahhat Shah Kazmi
- Lead Actors
- Shantanu Maheshwari, Avneet Kaur, Kha Ngân, Farida Jalal
- Awards
- Best Asian Film, Best Director of Asia at Seoul Global Movie Awards 2025
- Release Date in Vietnam
- January 9
- Production Company
- Zee Studios
- Number of Songs
- 8