A family story drew him back
His character is part of a sibling storyline with Mây, played by Phương Anh Đào. Huy Anh said the familiar but emotionally rich family story attracted him after a period spent reconsidering his direction and the stories he wanted to tell through film.
Working with director Vũ Ngọc Đãng and Hồng Đào was another motivation. He described both as figures he had admired since childhood. That is his personal account of accepting the role, rather than independent evidence of the film's success.
Greater attention to restraint
The actor said his approach had become calmer. He now pays more attention to a character's inner life, circumstances and conflicts instead of concentrating solely on strong emotional display. In his view, an expression or silence can communicate effectively when the role is understood.
The family theme also prompted reflection on showing affection through time and actions. These are interview reflections, not findings about audience response. The source provides no box-office outcome. Huy Anh hopes viewers will recognise growth in his performance, but that aspiration should not be converted into an achievement already established.