- Date
- Sunday, 20 December 2026
- City
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Event
- International awards ceremony
Countdown to the Gala (20 December 2026)
About Asia Top Awards
Since its first season in 2018 in Thailand, Asia Top Awards has honored individuals, organizations and brands with achievements in the arts, entertainment and business, as well as contributions to culture and community. Its range, from artists to companies, sets the awards apart, linking entertainment with cultural exchange and regional cooperation.
The 5th season is hosted in Ho Chi Minh City by IMC International Media Group and TodayTV together with Together Growth Co., Ltd., as part of the Thailand - Vietnam Business and Cultural Exchange Day 2026, marking 50 years of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Thailand. The program includes a Vietnam-Thailand B2B trade forum, business matching sessions, the awards Gala, a Branding Voting awards ceremony and an Áo Dài charity auction.
The awards are positioned as a prestigious international stage that brings together leading personalities from many Asian countries, with a luxurious, prestigious style.
50 years of Thailand - Vietnam relations
Why the 2026 season comes to Ho Chi Minh City
Cultural exchange
Celebrating 50 years of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Vietnam through cultural exchange and collaboration in the entertainment industry.
Creative collaboration
Connecting artists, actors, content creators, entrepreneurs and organizations from Thailand, Vietnam and across Asia, and opening room for joint projects in entertainment, culture and creative media.
Honoring contributions
Recognizing artists, actors, influencers, organizations and brands whose work has moved the entertainment industry and society in Asia forward, while promoting Thailand and Vietnam as regional creative hubs.
Asia Top Awards in numbers
- First season, in Thailand
- 2018
- 2026 is the 5th season and the first in Vietnam
- 5seasons
- Of Vietnam - Thailand diplomatic relations
- 50years
- Of the Blue Star Awards organized by IMC - TodayTV
- 12seasons
Honored in past seasons
Selected categories from the 2024 and 2025 seasons
Asia Inspiration Artist
2025: BamBam.
Outstanding Promoter of Nature and Environmental Conservation
2025: Psi Scott.
Entertainment organization category
2025: Fantagio of South Korea.
Best Actor
2024: Woo Do-hwan.
Rising Artist
2024: Quang Hung MasterD, representing Vietnam.
Honorees from many countries
Park Hyung Sik was also named in earlier seasons.
Moments from past seasons
Photos from the 2023 and 2025 seasons in Bangkok
Nomination and judging criteria
The list of 2026 categories will be announced in stages
Who can be nominated
Artists, actors, singers, models, influencers or organizations making a positive social impact, with proven outstanding work.
How nominees are chosen
The central team and Vietnam's local production team jointly propose a longlist for the Jury Committee. Recruitment and selection begin 6 to 7 months before the ceremony.
How judging works
Judged on the outstandingness, success and positive impact of the work within the year, together with efficiency and public popularity.
Winning threshold
An awardee must receive more than 50% approval votes from the full Jury Committee.
Choosing the jury
Judges are chosen from highly experienced individuals widely recognized in entertainment, journalism, mass media and public relations.
Conflict of interest
Judges must not have direct family ties, relative connections or direct business interests with the nominees.
Jury Committee
Three members, chaired by Mr. Dinh Trong Tuan
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Mr. Dinh Trong Tuan
Chairman of the Jury (Vietnam)
A leading journalist and film critic in Vietnam, former Editor-in-Chief of Thế Giới Điện Ảnh (Cinema World) magazine, highly experienced as a judge for national film festivals such as the Vietnam Film Festival and the Blue Star Awards.
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Dr. Kanthana Soncharoen
Honorable Committee Member (Thailand)
A mass media and PR expert with over 20 years of experience. Former Editor of leading entertainment magazines (TV Review, TV Gossip, SUP Magazine) and currently managing various online media. Known in the industry as the "PR Angel".
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Dr. Kantana Sorncharoen
Honorable Committee Member (Thailand)
A mass media expert and professional PR. Former Editor of leading entertainment magazines with a strong network across Thai and international film and music industries, driving the regional entertainment industry.
Program, 20-21 December 2026
Official agenda of the forum, Gala and closing day
20 December 2026
- 08:30 - 09:15Soft Power, Arts and Culture
- 09:20 - 10:05Medical & Wellness Tourism
- 10:10 - 10:55Fashion and Brand Value in Asia
- 13:30 - 15:00Business Matchmaking
- 19:30 - 22:00Gala & Artist Awards Ceremony
- 22:00 - 00:00Golden Night
21 December 2026
- 10:45 - 11:30Top 10 Branding Voting Awards Ceremony
- 11:30 - 12:30Business Networking Lunch
- 12:30 - 13:15Áo Dài Charity Auction
Looking back at three seasons
Moments from Asia Top Awards 2023, 2024 and 2025 in Thailand.
Frequently asked questions
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