Louis Koo, Sammo Hung thrill fans at Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation opening in Ho Chi Minh City

The legendary duo later greeted fans inside the theater before the screening of their action film 'Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In.'

Hung said he was delighted to meet Vietnamese audiences and pleasantly surprised by their warm reception of 'Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In.'

He also expressed his hope that viewers would continue to support Hong Kong cinema after watching the film, while Koo said he hoped to have more opportunities in the future to meet with Vietnamese audiences.

One of Hong Kong’s most esteemed leading actors, Koo is celebrated for his exceptional performances and depth of character.

Beyond his film career, the 55-year-old star is also known for his dedication to nurturing young talent and his continuous support for the Hong Kong film industry.

Hung is a veteran and widely respected figure in martial arts cinema with decades in the industry.

As an actor, director, and action choreographer, the 73-year-old screen icon has played a significant role in popularizing Hong Kong action films internationally.

His distinctive fight choreography and talent have influenced many filmmakers and audiences around the world.

The Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation 2025, themed 'Together we dare to be powerful,' aims to showcase the vibrant creativity and excellence of Hong Kong cinema and celebrate the spirit of Hong Kong films in Vietnam.

From November 6 to 8 at Galaxy Cinema at Thiso Mall Sala, four distinctive Hong Kong films that highlight the city’s cinematic creativity and diversity will be screened, including 'Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In,' 'Stuntman,' 'Four Trails,' and 'Last Song for You.'

In addition, the 'Stuntman' director Herbert Leung will join a special talk session on November 7, where he will meet with Vietnamese filmmaker Tran Thanh Huy to discuss action film culture and share their creative experiences in Asian cinema.

Organized by the Asian Film Awards Academy (AFAA) in collaboration with the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Singapore, the gala is supported by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) and the Hong Kong Film Development Fund.

“All the films that we show this week show the vitality and diversity of Hong Kong storytelling,” Wilfred Wong, chairman of Asian Film Awards Academy, said in his remarks.

The AFAA chairman mentioned Koo and Hung’s presence not only signifies the success of Hong Kong cinema, but also illustrates Hong Kong’s desire to connect with film communities in the region.

“Their [Louis Koo and Sammo Hung’s] presence brings tremendous star power and underlines the friendship between our two film communities,” Owin Fung, director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Singapore, added during his speech.

“Today marks a very meaningful day,” he continued, “Hong Kong's first official film showcase in Vietnam.”

“Through a selection of four acclaimed productions, we hope to share the creativity, energy, and diversity of Hong Kong cinema with Vietnamese audiences.

“I hope this gala presentation will give Vietnamese film lovers a glimpse of Hong Kong's recent modern film productions and, equally important, open a new chapter of creative partnership between Hong Kong and Vietnam.”