M4U Đinh Mạnh Ninh, Hoàng Dũng, OSAD, and Hồ Đông Quan join the lineup of Anh Trai Vượt Ngàn Chông Gai 2026.

This exciting addition continues to complete the show’s colorful, multi-generational, and personality-driven lineup, further reinforcing its status as one of the most highly anticipated music reality programs of the year.

1. M4U Đinh Mạnh Ninh – The Youthful Memories of the 8x and 9x Generations Return

As a key member of the legendary boy group M4U, Đinh Mạnh Ninh is closely associated with the youth of millions of 8x and 9x audiences through iconic hits such as Xe đạp, Mưa, and Tan biến. Recognized as both a talented singer and songwriter, he previously won the Promising Artist award at Sao Mai Điểm Hẹn 2010 and Song of the Year at Bài Hát Việt 2012.

Joining this year’s competition, Đinh Mạnh Ninh is expected to reignite the youthful spirit of Gen Y audiences while delivering performances filled with nostalgia and musical identity. Speaking about his decision to participate, the singer shared: “I think I’m probably the contestant with the shortest and most rushed preparation time. But that’s okay, I’ll still give it my all to bring the most explosive performances possible to the stage”.

2. Hoàng Dũng: The “Poetic Prince” of Vietnamese Music Ready to Break Out of His Comfort Zone

As the runner-up of The Voice 2015, Hoàng Dũng has maintained a steady musical journey through a series of carefully crafted projects, including the album and concert 25 (2020), the EP and concert Yên (2022), and most recently the album and concert Xoay Tròn.

After spending a long period focusing on personal artistic projects, the “poetic prince” of Vietnamese music admitted that he feels both excited and nervous about meeting fellow Anh Tài members and challenging his own limits through the program.

Although he has already built a distinct musical identity, Hoàng Dũng still hopes to explore new sides of himself after more than 11 years in the industry: “I’ve spent a long time focusing on personal projects, music, and myself. Through this program, I’ll have the opportunity to connect with others and challenge myself with new experiences. I believe this will become a very valuable chapter in my journey.”

3. Rapper OSAD: Stepping into the World of Reality Television for the First Time

With the 100-million-view hit Người âm phủ, OSAD (Mai Quang Nam) quickly established himself as one of the standout names in Vietnam’s rap and hip-hop scene. Throughout eight years of artistic activity, he has continuously evolved and showcased his musical identity through projects such as the EPs Rung động, Kid Soul in Man Body, and the album O_O.

This marks the very first time OSAD joins a large-scale reality television program. To prepare for his return, the rapper spent several months intensively training his vocals, choreography, and physical fitness. OSAD also revealed that he will bring a completely new original song to his solo stage performance:

“My biggest wish is to create fresh works for music lovers - especially those who have known me for a long time but may have forgotten the energetic version of OSAD from before.”

4. Artist Hồ Đông Quan: The “Steel Spirit” of a Multi-Talented Young Generation



Hồ Đông Quan represents a new generation of multi-talented young artists, actively pursuing acting, modeling, and digital content creation at the same time. Beyond his striking stage presence, Hồ Đông Quan has also attracted attention for his strong dance background and energetic performance style. Before joining Anh Trai Vượt Ngàn Chông Gai 2026, he achieved notable accomplishments in dance competitions, including Champion of Hipfest, Runner-up of DanceFest, and Top 8 at VUG.

Entering Anh Trai Vượt Ngàn Chông Gai 2026 with the mindset of a young all-around entertainer, Hồ Đông Quan shared that he has mentally prepared himself to stand alongside senior artists:

“This journey includes many senior artists whom I’ve admired since I was young. I’ve prepared a strong mindset for my solo stage and promise that I’ll go all out on stage with my own song.”