Vietnam’s Duc Phuc wins Intervision 2025 song contest

"Congratulations, Vietnam! On behalf of our entire country and the whole world, we congratulate you on this victory. You have captivated us with your performance and your talent. Thank you!" the host said from the stage.

According to TASS, second place went to The Nomad Trio from Kyrgyzstan with 373 points, while third place went to Qatar’s representative, Dana al Meer, who scored 369 points.

Ambassador Dang Minh Khoi extends best wishes for Duc Phuc’s success. (Photo: Tam Hang)

More than 6,000 spectators filled the Live Arena in Moscow, Russia, during the final night – where light and sound blended to create a global music feast.

The Intervision 2025 stage opened with a performance by Cuban artist Zulema Iglesias Salazar, immersing the audience in the relaxed atmosphere of a Havana morning.

Following that, Trio Nomad (Kyrgyzstan) brought nomadic grassland vibes, Wang Xi (China) impressed with his deep voice, while Mustafa Saad (Egypt) evoked the mystical colors of the East.

Sultana (Kazakhstan) was youthful and vibrant; Sofiya Nzau (Kenya) combined traditional and electronic music; Diana Haddad (UAE) brought Arab elegance. Notably, SHAMAN, a top Russian star, energized the audience with nationalistic melodies.

Singer Duc Phuc crowned champion of Intervision 2025. (Source: TASS)

The audience was further captivated by the fiery rhythms of a Brazilian duo, moved by the lyrical voice of Sadriddin (Tajikistan), or drifted along with Nirina Doncoeur (Madagascar). Contestants from Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, Venezuela, Serbia, South Africa… continued to paint a diverse musical picture of the world.

Appearing in the 20th position, Duc Phuc and his dance troupe captivated the audience with the performance Phu Dong Thien Vuong (composer Ho Hoai Anh).

Beginning with the Vietnamese poem by Nguyen Duy, the performance led the audience from the resilient image of bamboo to the symbol of Saint Gióng riding an iron horse to the heavens.

The entire light effects, choreography with bamboo props, and traditional mats were skillfully combined with modern rhythms. A rap segment in Vietnamese, English, and Russian sent a powerful message: "Today we make history together".

Commentator Yana Churikova (Russia) remarked: “This is one of the most meticulously staged performances of Intervision this year. I am impressed by Duc Phuc's discipline and dedication, with each step and detail carefully calculated to soar on stage”.

The moment Duc Phuc and his team embraced in overwhelming joy, with the red flag with a yellow star flying on the giant LED screen, became the most emotionally charged highlight of the final night.

Intervision 2025 was not just a music competition but a cultural forum where 23 countries showcased their unique artistic colors, proving that music is the universal language of humanity. There, Vietnam shone with a convincing victory, contributing to affirming Vietnamese cultural identity on the international music map.

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