On the evening of June 17, 2025, social media was set ablaze by a series of intimate photobooth photos featuring rapper HIEUTHUHAI (Trần Minh Hiếu) and his rumored girlfriend, hot girl Tăng Mỹ Hàn. The images, captured at a photobooth in Ho Chi Minh City, showed the couple in affectionate poses—Tăng Mỹ Hàn was seen kissing HIEUTHUHAI’s cheek, leaning on him tenderly, and sharing warm embraces, while the rapper appeared relaxed and playful, even striking cute poses that suggested a long-standing closeness.
The sudden leak of these private moments sent ripples through the online community, sparking widespread curiosity and concern. Fans and netizens quickly zeroed in on the photobooth, believed to be named PhotoMong or simply P.M, as the likely source of the leak. The suspicion arose because the photos circulated as digital files rather than snapshots of printed pictures, hinting that they were extracted directly from the store’s internal printing system or surveillance cameras. Several insiders familiar with photobooth operations confirmed that staff could access images via machines on-site or remotely, intensifying fears about data privacy breaches.
As outrage grew, the photobooth’s official fanpage was flooded with angry comments and 1-star reviews on Google. Many accused the store of violating customer privacy by leaking intimate photos without consent. Some comments read, "How dare you leak someone’s private photos?" and "This is a serious breach of trust and privacy." Yet, amidst the backlash, a portion of the community urged calm and awaited the store’s explanation.
Responding to the mounting pressure, the photobooth issued an official apology on the afternoon of June 18. The statement expressed deep regret for the incident and any distress caused to customers. The management insisted they did not intentionally release or exploit any images, emphasizing their commitment to customer privacy. They detailed their photo storage system, which saves images in three ways: on in-store devices, on a server, and through QR code links. Staff can access these photos either directly via on-site machines or remotely. The store suggested the leak could have stemmed from a system error, personnel mishandling, or equipment malfunction. To prevent future incidents, they pledged to conduct a thorough security review, upgrade their systems, and tighten access permissions.
Meanwhile, social media users were divided. While many expressed outrage and demanded accountability, others speculated the leak might have been a deliberate "hint" by the couple. This theory gained traction because the photos appeared to coincide with Tăng Mỹ Hàn’s recent 22nd birthday celebration. Just a day before the leak, she had posted a photo of a birthday cake inscribed with "happy birthday my love 22 years old," matching the time frame of the photobooth pictures. Whether coincidence or calculated reveal, the leaked images undoubtedly stirred public interest.
HIEUTHUHAI and Tăng Mỹ Hàn have long been the subject of dating rumors since 2022. Fans have noticed them checking in at the same locations, traveling together, and exchanging affectionate interactions on social media. In November 2024, Tăng Mỹ Hàn was embroiled in a scandal involving leaked personal messages connected to HIEUTHUHAI’s ex-girlfriend, which led her to step back from the public eye for a while. She later returned with a more private and reserved online presence. Throughout, HIEUTHUHAI has been notably cautious about revealing his romantic relationships publicly. He once explained, "I see the world out there is so harsh. Every time I read comments, it hurts... I’m just afraid of the outside world, not playing any card in my approach." This careful stance makes the recent photo leak all the more striking.
Interestingly, rather than addressing the leak head-on, HIEUTHUHAI took a more subtle and humorous approach. On his rarely updated personal social media account, he posted a playful photo with the caption, "Ủa phải mày không chen ni phơ" (roughly translating to "Is that you, Chen Ni Pho?"). Additionally, he commented under a fanclub post about the leak, saying, "I always thought Mondays were tough, but now Sundays are tough too," referencing his fan community named FC SUNDAYs. These remarks showed his awareness of the situation and his attempt to comfort fans with lightheartedness amidst the controversy.
The official fan club, FC SUNDAYs, which counts over 160,000 members, quickly responded to the incident. They reached out to HIEUTHUHAI’s management to verify facts and urged fans to maintain civility and respect privacy by demanding the removal of the leaked photos. Their statement aimed to calm the storm and protect the rapper’s image while emphasizing the importance of respecting personal boundaries.
As of June 18, neither HIEUTHUHAI, Tăng Mỹ Hàn, nor the photobooth has issued any direct confirmation or denial regarding the leaked images. The photobooth continues its internal investigation, while the public remains watchful.
This episode shines a spotlight on the broader issue of privacy in the digital age. With more services relying on automated photo booths and cloud storage, questions about data security and user consent have become increasingly urgent. When private moments can be so easily exposed, the balance between convenience and confidentiality grows ever more delicate.
For now, the story of HIEUTHUHAI and Tăng Mỹ Hàn’s leaked photobooth photos remains a potent mix of celebrity intrigue, privacy concerns, and the complexities of modern digital life. Whether a genuine breach or a calculated reveal, it has certainly captured the public’s attention and sparked a vital conversation about how personal data should be handled in an era of rapid technological change.
