From her very first appearance at Cannes, Ly Nha Ky quickly rose as a daring fashion icon on par with many stars around the world. The red carpet is always such a battle field of evening gowns and luxurious accessories. Some will emerge victorious in the spotlight, or find themselves in the wrong outfits on the walk of fame. 

Coming to Cannes 2018 as a movie investor and producer, Ly Nha Ky has found her place and voice at the world most prestigious film festival. Here she was seen talking to director of selected films, and Pierre Lescure Cannes Film Festival President. 

Ly Nha Ky – a face to be reckoned with among the star of the world Thierry Fremaux 

And she rarely was outside of the spotlight with her signature classy posture and attractive complexion. Impressively stunning dresses one after another, she never loses the classic beauty and sharp complexion that made her name every time she appeared on the red carpet. 

Gibbal Hardy, president of Indépendants de Paris theater at Cannes remarked that out of every celebrity who walked Cannes red carpet, she deeply cared about and anticipate Ly Nha Ky and her input to the fashion walkway that day.

Not only it is rare to have an Asian face as frequent as her on the red carpet, she also a co-producer, an investor of a production selected in the Un Certain Regard section.  The press was certainly fascinated. 

Many film, entertainment, and fashion magazines in France considered the beauty a rising star in art as well as in social contribution. 

“The Oriental Sun” – the gorgeous custom dress she donned to the red carpet.

Ha Long Bay breath taking scenery was introduced to the world in the most impressive way. 

Ly Nha in her interview with Gala magazine 

Her history with the film industry went way back and despite her handful roles, a part of her has always been devoted to the cinematic world. Previous appearances at Cannes has helped this woman to find her way back into her passion and work on Angle Face. And the result was more than word can describe, it was such an emotional journey for Ly Nha Ky and the whole team. 

French Vogue sat Ly Nha Ky down for an exclusive interview 

Tell us in a few sentences you journey? 

At the age of 16, I left Vietnam to study in Germany, and immediately fell in love with European culture. Back to Vietnam years later, I developed a real estate company that today has grown into a group of 18 subsidiaries.

How did you come to production? 

I have always been passionate about cinema. I developed my own production company a few years ago for advertising and cinema but also a foundation to develop artistic films around the world.  

Since last fall I have invested in two films, the first was a feature film by Vanessa Filho, Angel Face with Marion Cotillard, selected in the Un Certain Regard section at the 71st Cannes Film Festival. Second  wasOlivier Assayas' latest film, E-BOOK with Juliette Binoche and Guillaume Canet. 

What does the Cannes Festival represent for you? 

This is for me the essential event of the film industry, the largest film festival in the world where everything can be done, all possible meetings and multiple opportunities to develop international co-production projects. 

Ao dai of Viet Nam made headlines on the red carpet with her 

Ly Nha Ky and the team behind Angle Face in the premiere. 

How did you come to produce Angel Face? 

Already patron of the Cinéfondation, I wanted to go further and provide financial support to a new director. The brilliant script from Vanessa Filho immediately moved me. Touched in the heart, I made my decision to be involved in the project as an investor and co-producer. 

Marion Cotillard was also very much invested into this project as well and it motivated me. There was no hesitation into producing such a project that everyone involved was passionately devoted. 

What did you feel the first time you saw it? 

Completely overwhelmed. The maternity love here is sublime, the extraordinary actors and this story tore my heart. Such a wonderful and wholesome feeling. That evening we were awarded with a standing ovation of more than 15 minute, and it made me cry. I am so happy and proud to have co-produced this film.  

Ly Nha Ky the “Lavender Lady” 

Her black panther inspired look at Cannes 2018 

"Cinderella” Ly Nha Ky in the opening ceremony 

What kind of cinema do you like? 

I truly enjoy cinematic work that speaks about society, the reality of life, even if it is often hard for many. Regardless, good cinematic experience has the ability to transport you into the emotions of the real, and touch us in the depths of our souls. 

What do you think of French cinema? 

French film industry is very diverse.France is full of great talent, great screenwriters and exceptional filmmakers. French cinema is very distinguished and constantly contributed to the French cultural identity worldwide