The Struggles of a Vietnamese Voice Talent: Passion vs. Reality
The world of voice acting is one of passion, creativity, and dedication. However, behind the scenes, many voice artists face financial struggles due to low market demand. This is the story of Minh Thảo, a talented Vietnamese voice actor who pursued her dream but soon realized that passion alone wasn’t enough to sustain a living. Discovering the Passion Minh Thảo grew up in Ho Chi Minh City, where she was known for her smooth, expressive voice. As a child, she loved mimicking radio hosts and narrating bedtime stories to her younger siblings. While studying media and communications in university, she discovered the world of Vietnamese voice over. It was love at first sound. Encouraged by her professors and friends, Thảo started taking online courses on voice acting. She invested in a decent microphone and converted her small bedroom into a makeshift studio. She began her journey with small projects—recording explainer… Read More