Controversial Elimination on 'Call Me By Fire 2026' Sparks Debate; Trang Phap's Future Uncertain
Translated from Vietnamese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- A Vietnamese contestant, Dao Han Nhien, was unexpectedly eliminated from the reality show "Call Me By Fire 2026" despite a strong performance.
- Her elimination, due to a low individual score, has sparked debate among Chinese and Vietnamese audiences about the show's judging criteria and contestant favoritism.
- Concerns are rising for contestant Trang Phap, who, despite strong overall skills, has not ranked highly individually, leading to worries about her early exit.
The second performance stage of the popular show "Call Me By Fire 2026" concluded with a controversial elimination that has ignited heated discussions among audiences in China and Vietnam. The early departure of Dao Han Nhien, a seasoned performer with a commendable stage presence, has been met with widespread disappointment and surprise.
Despite her team securing second place, Dao Han Nhien's individual score was shockingly low, leading to her elimination. This outcome has fueled criticism regarding the show's evaluation system, with many viewers questioning how a contestant with a strong performance could be eliminated based on individual points. The show's rules state that only the first-place team is completely safe, leaving others vulnerable.
Today is perhaps the calmest day for me. I was truly happy to be here, and no one wants to leave early, myself included.
Dao Han Nhien, however, maintained a composed demeanor, describing her departure as the "most peaceful farewell speech in the show's history." She expressed no regrets, stating she gave her best and did not hold back the team. Her performance in the song "Cold Night" was particularly praised, with her use of long silk sleeves and operatic singing style evoking memories of her iconic role as An Lingrong in "Empresses in the Palace."
The elimination of other contestants like Jia Lai Nu has further intensified the debate. Viewers are questioning the show's production team's choices, suggesting that contestants with high media appeal often advance regardless of their performance quality. Conversely, those with strong professional skills and dedication are eliminated early due to lower public recognition. This has led to growing concern for Trang Phap, a versatile performer who, despite her comprehensive skills and confident stage presence, has not ranked among the top individuals, raising fears that she might be eliminated prematurely.
If I said I wanted to leave early, it would be too fake. I did my best and absolutely did not hold the team back. Regardless of the outcome, I have no regrets about coming here, and I don't regret leaving.
DistantNews Editorial
Originally published by Tuแปi Trแบป in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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