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Jericho Fuels Vietnam's Wrestling Dream
13 Jul
Summary
- Chris Jericho produced a documentary on Vietnam's pro wrestling scene.
- VPW faced government hurdles, requiring wrestling to be framed as dance.
- The documentary highlights wrestling's power to connect cultures globally.
Chris Jericho has produced "Vietslam," a documentary detailing the emergence of Vietnam Pro Wrestling (VPW). The film chronicles the efforts of Vietnamese wrestling fans to establish their own professional wrestling company.
Initially, VPW faced significant challenges obtaining government approval. Organizers had to persuade Vietnamese authorities that professional wrestling was akin to a dance routine rather than a combat sport, ensuring it was perceived as a performance.
Jericho noted that pro wrestling serves as a powerful cultural connector, bridging Eastern and Western societies. He emphasized the immense hard work required to build the sport from the ground up in Vietnam.
The documentary is set to be released on various platforms, including Prime Video, Fandango, Hoopla, Local Now, and Tubi throughout August 2026.
