Comedian Bao Chung transitions to food business in Long An

Bao Chung, a prominent Vietnamese comedian born Nguyen Van Lam, has transitioned into the food and beverage industry. At 71 years old, the artist continues his performing career while operating a business selling broken rice (com tam) and coffee alongside his wife, singer Dieu Tham, in Long An.

During the 1980s and 1990s, Bao Chung achieved significant fame, earning a Gold Medal at the Ho Chi Minh City Comedian competition in 1996. At the height of his career, his performance fees reportedly reached one gold bar per night. He was also known for his passion for luxury cars, having owned over 50 vehicles, including a notable instance where he used 300 gold bars to purchase a supercar.