Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan has never been the one to hold back her thoughts and words. Whether it is national television or on social media, Khan has never shied from speaking the truth. Sugar coating things is definitely not her thing. As she turns a year older, we look at some instances where she trolled her fellow colleagues and friends from the film industry in a hilarious manner. Farah Khan trolls Karan Johar Karan and Farah share the funniest camaraderie in the industry. They are a riot when put together in front of the camera. Last year, the director duo had posted a video where they could be seen mocking each other's fashion sense. The banter begins as KJo humorously questions Farah’s outfit and says, "Oh my god! How many months has it been? Isn't it a maternity dress?" On listening to those comments, the choreographer fired back and said, “And what about this Maganlal dress wala ka this miss chamkoka dress that you are wearing?” Karan says, “Excuse me! This is sequins and shine and shimmer. And you are just jealous of my good looks.” Towards the end, Farah leaves with sarcasm, “Good looks? Delusion, delusion.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Farah Khan Kunder (@farahkhankunder) When Farah slammed celebs for lying Not long ago, Farah in a video busted claims made generally by celebrities. Some celebrities claim to eat all and every kind of food while looking the way they do. Commenting on the same, the filmmaker said, ""Main gym kabhi bhi nahi jati hu, mera metabolism hi hai. God has blessed me with genetics. That's crap. You're either starving yourself to death or you are in your gym 24x7." In the same video, she also busted celebrities who claim about wanting to lead a normal life. "I miss being a normal person, you know, I miss eating pani puri on the streets. Bhai if you are a normal person, you will die." Posts from the bollyblindsngossipcommunity on Reddit "Gym ke bahar paps dekh kar ya bhaji wale ke paas paps dekh kar, 'Arey aapko kisne bulaya?' Ma'am aapne hi bulaya," Khan had said reacting to celebs who act surprised on seeing paparazzi. When Farah Khan stopped Dhvani Bhanushali from singing on stage In a viral video from an event a couple of years ago, Farah stopped Dhvani's singing with a pat on her back. In the video, Dhvani was seen singing her hit track 'Vaaste' when Farah patted on her back and quietly said 'Chup hoja'. A visibly embarassed Dhvani who tried to hide it with her smile said, 'Thik hai mai chup hojaati hu". The video went viral on all social media platforms. When Farah trolled Chunky and Ananya Panday A few years back Farah and Ananya made a reel when they were on set together. In the reel, Farah walks into Ananya's vanity van and says, 'Ananya Ananya, you have got a national award for 'Khaali Peeli'. As Ananya gets excited, Farah says, "I was joking" in the quintessential Chunky Pandey style from the 'Housefull' franchise. Reacting to the reel, Chunky Panday commented, "Farah should get an award for over-acting in the video." The choreographer-turned-director responded to that and said, "Apni beti ko sambhal pehle". Farah Khan DESTROYING Chunky and Ananya Pandey in the commentsbyu/thedhoklamonger inBollyBlindsNGossip
08 January,2025 10:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPritish Nandy, a noted journalist, poet and filmmaker, has passed away at the age of 73. The news was shared his close friend and actor Anupam Kher on social media. Kher penned a long note talking about his decades old association with Nandy. Anupam Kher took to social media on Wednesday night to share the news of Pritish Nandy's demise. Sharing a recent pic of the filmmaker and one from his youth, Kher wrote, "Deeply deeply saddened and shocked to know about the demise of one of my dearest and closest friends #PritishNandy! Amazing poet, writer, filmmaker and a brave and unique editor/journalist! He was my support system and a great source of strength in my initial days in Mumbai. We shared lots of things in common. He was also one of the most fearless people I had come across. Always Larger than life. I learnt so many things from him. Off-late we didn’t meet much. But there was a time when we were inseparable! I will never forget when he surprised me by putting me on the cover of Filmfare and more importantly #TheIllustratedWeelky. He was the true definition of यारों का यार! I will miss you and our times together my friend. Rest well #HeartBroken". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anupam Kher (@anupampkher) About Pritish Nandy Born on January 15, 1951, in Bhagalpur, Bihar, Nandy was a celebrated journalist, poet, filmmaker and humanitarian. In the 1990s, he also hosted a talk show on Doordarshan called The Pritish Nandy Show where he spoke to celebrities. He served as a Rajya Sabha member from 1998 to 2004, representing the Shiv Sena party. He is the author of forty books of poetry in English and has translated poems by other writers from Bengali, Urdu and Punjabi into English as well as a new version of the Isha Upanishad. Apart from these, he has authored books of stories and non fiction as well as three books of translations of classical love poetry from Sanskrit. He was Publishing Director of The Times of India Group and Editor of The Illustrated Weekly of India, The Independent, and Filmfare in the 1980s, all simultaneously. He produced many films in the early 2000s including films like Sur, Kaante, Jhankaar Beats, Chameli, Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, Pyaar Ke Side Effects under his banner Pritish Nandy Communications. His company recently produced the web series Four More Shots Please and the anthology series Modern Love Mumbai.
08 January,2025 10:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood diva Priyanka Chopra recently shared her reaction to the Palisades Fire in LA that has scorched thousands of acres of land, forcing a huge number of people to evacuate the vicinity. The actress witnesses the massive wildfire from her luxurious home in Los Angeles which she shares with her husband Nick Jonas and their daughter Malti Marie Jonas. On Wednesday, Priyanka took to the story section of her official Instagram handle and posted a clip of the wildfire engulfing the Los Angeles neighborhood. The 'Aitraaz' actress can be heard saying in the video, "it’s crazy." Her post also included the caption, "My thoughts are with everyone affected. Hope we are all able to be safe tonight," along with a folded hand emojis. The video was shot by the actress from her LA home from where she could witness the massive fire in the distance. Priyanka Chopra dropped another Insta story featuring the Palisades Fire in LA, "Fast-moving Palisades fire in LA scorches thousands of acres, destroys homes". About the Palisade wildfire A massive wildfire took over Los Angeles on 7th January 2025, forcing above 30,000 residents to leave the place. Numerous videos of the fire have been doing rounds on social media, leaving everyone concerned. Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in Los Angeles. The most destructive, the Palisades fire, is spreading rapidly across Los Angeles, with homes destroyed and major roads closed. Authorities are scrambling to manage the situation, with widespread evacuations and emergency declarations. The out-of-control Palisades fire, which has burned more than 2,900 acres, is blazing through nearly five football fields per minute. It has prompted an emergency declaration from Los Angeles officials, who warned that the worst is yet to come due to the "tornado-like" winds complicating the firefighting efforts. Priyanka Chopra's work front Talking about Priyanka professional lineup, the stunner has been busy with her Hollywood projects recently. However, reports claim that Priyanka Chopra will be working alongside the legendary filmmaker, SS Rajamouli in Pan-World Jungle Adventure titled, 'SSMB 29' for now. She will be seen sharing the screen with Mahesh Babu in the much-awaited drama. However, an official announcement is still awaited. In addition to this, another report suggests that Priyanka might return to Bollywood with Farhan Akhtar's "Don 3". If the reports turn out to be true, she will be seen reprising her role as Roma in the highly-talked-about sequel. (with inputs from IANS)
08 January,2025 06:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe wait is over! The Paatal Lok Season 2 trailer is here, and the excitement is palpable. Hathi Ram Chaudhary is back, and this time, the stakes are even higher. As the much-anticipated return of one of Indian streaming’s most iconic characters takes center stage, Jaideep Ahlawat delivers a gripping performance, setting a new benchmark for intensity, intrigue, and storytelling. This is just the beginning. With Paatal Lok Season 2 kickstarting the year, it’s clear that 2025 is the year of Jaideep Ahlawat. The first season of Paatal Lok was a game-changer for Jaideep, turning his career trajectory 360 degrees and propelling him into the spotlight as one of India’s finest actors. With his nuanced portrayal of Hathi Ram Chaudhary, Jaideep proved he is a force to be reckoned with. Since then, Jaideep has solidified his place as a powerhouse of talent, and 2025 marks the pinnacle of his craft. As Paatal Lok Season 2 begins its journey, it also sets the stage for Jaideep’s most ambitious year yet, with six explosive releases lined up. Jaideep Ahlawat's lineup in 2025 As gripping as Paatal Lok Season 2 promises to be, it’s just the start. Jaideep’s 2025 slate is a testament to his unparalleled range as an actor: Rakt Bramhand: The series is described as a gripping and edgy narrative that aims to redefine the action-fantasy genre, with lots of action and visual treat. Creators Raj and DK's and Jaideep coming together for this one will be a treat to the eyes. Jewel Thief: Jaideep and Saif will be sharing screen space in this much talked about project. A neo-noir thriller where he showcases his cunning brilliance in a high-stakes game of deception. A film by Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand's Marflix Pictures Hisaab: An emotional rollercoaster delving into justice, morality, and human connections. The favorite pair of Jaideep and Shefali returns with this one making audience already excited, a much awaited Vipul Amrutlal Shah's next. The Family Man Season 3: Jaideep steps into a riveting and unexpected avatar, redefining the much-loved franchise. It will be mind boggling to see two of the finest actors we have in one frame, Manoj Bajpayee and Jaideep Ahlawat Hawai Fire: Jio Studios and Colour Yellow Productions, an interesting collab and storyline coming out of this duo of producers and Jaideep would be a high on content tale we can't to watch. Ikkis: Set against the backdrop of the 1971 war, follows the life of second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal. Jaideep along with Dharmendra and Agastya makes this an interesting watch for 2025 Few more projects: Helmed by celebrated directors, promising to push boundaries and redefine storytelling. With Paatal Lok Season 2 as the opening act and more spectacular releases to follow, 2025 belongs to Jaideep Ahlawat. As he continues to blur the lines between genres and emotions, he proves that this isn’t just his year—it’s his era.
08 January,2025 05:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Shabana Raza, known professionally as Neha, made her acting debut with Kareeb (1998). The film, also starring Bobby Deol, was directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. The film is known for its lovely music. She met actor Manoj Bajpayee after her first film, and the pair tied the knot in 2006. Despite working in several other films like Hogi Pyaar Ki Jeet (1999), Fiza (2000), Rahul (2001), Aatma (2006) and Acid Factory (2009), her career never really took off. It was assumed that she quit films eventually, but in a recent interview, Manoj confirmed that wasn’t true. Did Kareeb actress Shabana quit films? When asked why Shabana quit films, Manoj said, “She didn’t quit films, she stopped getting work for some reason. Too many politics, here and there. As someone coming from outside, she really did not have any mentor. It was Vidhu Vinod Chopra, I think." Why Vidhu Vinod Chopra bit her Manoj also confirmed that Chopra once bit Shabana on her hand during the shoot. “Shabana had no acting experience. She was raising the wrong hand during a song. He bit her there just for her to remember that this is the hand to be raised. No one can do this with me. Because she was new, she thought this is how directors behave!" Last year, Shabana, in collaboration with her husband Manoj Bajpayee and Vikram Khakhar, launched Aurega Studios, a film production company. The studio's inaugural film was Bhaiyya Ji, which released in 2024. The couple are raising a daughter, named Ava Nayla, together, who is studying at a boarding school. Manoj explained why they preferred to send their only daughter off to a boarding school. "It was getting difficult to get her from one class to another in Mumbai. Plus she would return home tired from her hour-long commute and have no energy for anything. At boarding school, she has everything under one roof. Also, there is a limit on screen times, so she gets to have more human interaction than spending time on her iPad," he said.
08 January,2025 05:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFor the first time ever, the Western Railway granted permission for the use of the Vande Bharat express train for commercial purpose. The Railways allowed filmmaker Shoojit Sircar to use the train for the shoot of his upcoming project. Mid-day got an exclusive footage of Sircar shooting a scene where an actor can be seen boarding the train with a bag. It is not yet know what Shoojit Sircar was filming. In the video, Shoojit can be seen directing a small scene where an actor can be seen walking towards the automatic Vande Bharat train doors and boarding in. He is seen wearing a white blazer and holding a suitcase. Two other people are also seen walking on the train station in the frame. Take a look at the video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by mid-day (@middayindia) The filmmaker known for films like 'Piku', 'Gulaabo Sitabo', 'October', 'Vicky Donor' is yet to announce his upcoming film. His last directorial was Abhishek Bachchan-starrer 'I Want To Talk' that focused on the relationship between a father and daughter as the former navigated a life threatening disease. The film was released in theatres in November. About Vande Bharat express Vande Bharat Express is a medium to long-distance superfast express service operated by Indian Railways. It is a reserved, air-conditioned chair car service connecting cities that are less than 800 km (500 mi) apart or take less than ten hours to travel with existing services and a planned reserved, air-conditioned sleeper service connecting cities that are 800 km (500 mi) to 1,200 km (750 mi) apart. The train was a part of the 'Make in India' initiative by the government and entered commercial service on 15 February 2019.On 15 February 2019, the first Vande Bharat Express between New Delhi and Varanasi was flagged off at the New Delhi railway station by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The train covered a distance of 759 km (472 mi) in 8 hours at an average speed of 95 km/h (59 mph) and reduced the existing travel time along the route by 15%. In December 2023, the Government announced a target to have 4,500 Vande Bharat trains by 2047.As of January 2025, 66 Vande Bharat trains are in service, which includes 17 sixteen-car services, 4 twenty-car services and 45 eight-car services.
08 January,2025 04:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentDeepika Padukone who celebrated her 39th birthday on January 5, took to her Instagram Stories on Wednesday morning to share a positive message for new mothers. Deepika is pretty active on social media and often shares her thoughts via posts and reels. Deepika re-shared a reel on her stories about women who embraced motherhood and birthed a child in 2024. Deepika Padukone shares a reel about motherhood on Instagram The reel read, "Mums who gave birth in 2024, Remember this... When you see everyone's highlight reel at the end of the year, remember your body GREW and BIRTHED a whole human this year! NOTHING tops that." The reel was from an Instagram handle @thejoysofbeingmum. Deepika added a sticker of Amen with the reel on her story. For the unversed, the 'Om Shanti Om' actress also began a new chapter of her life by becoming a mother. She gave birth to a baby girl on September 8, 2024. Later, in an Instagram post, Padukone announced that she and her husband Ranveer Singh have named their daughter Dua, meaning prayer. The actress has never shied away from speaking about issues like mental health, depression, and women's safety, and this post seems directed toward new mothers either battling postpartum depression or grappling with the challenges of motherhood. Deepika Padukone also has an organisation called The Live Love Laugh Foundation that is focused on giving hope to every person experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression. The actress started this community-driven foundation ten years ago when she publicly came out with her mental illness of depression. Padukone aimed to ensure that no one else suffers the way she has due to mental health issues. Deepika Padukone's work front and upcoming projects Deepika Padukone was last seen in Rohit Shetty's multi-starrer copverse film 'Singham Again' that hit the screens on Diwali last year. The film also starred Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Arjun Kapoor, and Shweta Tiwari in lead roles. She also appeared in the sci-fi thriller film 'Kalki 2898 AD' starring Amitabh Bachchan and Prabhas and Fighter alongside Hrithik Roshan in 2024. Reports say that she will make a special appearance in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's next project Love and War starring Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal.
08 January,2025 03:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSonu Sood hailed as the “real-life hero” of India, continues to bridge the gap between stardom and the masses with his heartfelt gestures. In an unprecedented move, Sonu has announced that tickets for the opening day of his highly anticipated film Fateh will be priced at just Rs 99 for the first day. While blockbuster releases often come with premium ticket rates, Sonu’s initiative ensures that cinema remains accessible to everyone, reinforcing his deep connection with the common man. Fateh tickets are priced at Rs 99 Fateh, an action-packed drama inspired by real-life stories of courage and resilience, delivers a powerful message of unity and strength. Sonu’s decision to make tickets affordable stems from his belief in the film’s universal appeal and his gratitude to audiences. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sonu Sood (@sonu_sood) In the video shared on Instagram, Sonu Sood says, (translated in English) “In 2020, when we were hit by Covid, many people who reached out to me for help were victims of cybercrime. They were dealing with fraud, and money was drained from their accounts. This deeply resonated with me, and I wanted to tell the story of the common man. Fateh is a film made for the common man, and I wanted it to reach everyone in the most accessible way across India. That’s why we’ve decided to price tickets at just Rs 99 for the first day. Additionally, I will be donating the entire profit from the film to charity as my way of giving back to people.” Profits made by Fateh will go to charity Written and directed by Sonu Sood, Fateh blends high-octane action with a socially impactful narrative. In addition to slashing ticket prices, Sonu has pledged to donate the film’s profits to charities and orphanages, further cementing his reputation as a humanitarian. As Sonu himself says, “Every ticket of Fateh that is sold will help those in need.” Produced by Umesh KR Bansal under Zee Studios and Sonali Sood of Shakti Sagar Productions, Fateh promises breathtaking visuals, adrenaline-pumping stunts, and a gripping storyline about cybercrime and is releasing in theatres on 10th January 2025. The film also stars Jacqueliene Fernandez, Vijay Raaz, and Naseeruddin Shah.
08 January,2025 02:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIt seems that maternal instinct has kicked in former actress Somy Ali, who is planning to adopt a baby girl from a village in India. Talking about why she never thought of settling down and having kids, Somy said that first it was a deranged addiction based over a “nonsensical teenager’s crush”. Then when it did actually come to fruition with my subconscious visualizing living my mother’s life holding onto a drug called hope stemming from the family of heroin. Then realising how that’s the “reality” being crushed and fed to me for years and the fairytale does have a shelf life just like the death of Bulund, a metaphor to the fairytale.” She added: “So 16-24 if you see the actual naked brain, one can see a vast difference of it coming alive in its wiring in spite of it being dead in a lab. Then back home to Miami and jumping in the pool of education to an extent where one has grasped every degree possible, even one to analyze one’s own mistakes.” “If they weren’t mistakes or accidents why would we call them that? The inception of the best thing that could have ever happened to my existence , No More Tears. In 2006-2025 saving 50,438 lives from actual death. Both nationally and internationally. Leading to so many accolades that one decides to throw them out as the work is substantial not a display of your awards except my mom wouldn’t let me get rid of them when she calmly says we need these as a gender because you didn’t marry your Madan, my father.” She said that her organisation became her oxygen and her purpose after hearing those words. And if I am strong enough one day the goal is to have baby Malala play with baby Ram and baby Ram play with baby Tom.” Asked if she plans to adopt a baby boy or girl, she said: “An infant from my second country, India. Even when I was there from 1990 to 1998 we addressed it as Bombay. And my grandparents were born there as well as my father. “They were all Hindu and so was my dad till a complete unnecessary and cruel division which led to countless murders take place thanks to the Brits leaving India, Pakistan and Kashmir all known as heaven on earth left in such disarray that countless lay dead as if it were a metaphorical exhibition to what’s about to happen and this is merely a preview.” “A fence, barely held on its own standing without the aid of teenage boys oblivious to what’s happening. “A border for what? To keep us apart while we both play cricket, enjoy the same food, and my mother with origins from Iraq grew up in Pakistan loving Amitji, Rekha Ji, Kaka ji, and my father a filmmaker introducing actors like Javed uncle (Javed Shaikh) who would frequent our studio then ends up in Om Shanti Om.” “If this isn’t a sign then one is rather dense as Fawad and Mahira Khan acting in the Hindi Cinema and loved by so many.” She said that craft and skills don’t see borders and neither does music as “it’s all color blind.” “So, yes my baby girl will be from a village in India and will be named Malala Ali. Malala will watch Hindi movies and have a crush on Aryan’s son.” “I have the confidence to bring forth a complete 180 not just geoprapjically, but expose that it’s not the civilians who cause the hatred, rather it’s the politicians from Putin, to many more universally, but we have great examples like the late Mandela, the ever changing history Sonu Sood, the past and the present as I call them the fixers for all that bent and damaged.” This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
08 January,2025 02:20 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Kangana Ranaut, who is gearing up for her upcoming movie ‘Emergency’, has shared that she extended an invitation to politician Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. The film is based on the 21-month period from 1975 to 1977 when former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of emergency across the country by citing internal and external threats to the country. The actress, who portrays the role of Indira Gandhi in the film, spoke with IANS in the run up to the film’s release on January 17. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Daily Kangana Ranaut News (@kangana_ranautdaily) She told IANS, “I actually met Priyanka Gandhi in the parliament. And the first thing I told her was, ‘You should watch the emergency’. She was very gracious’. She said, ‘Yeah may be’. So let's see if they would want to watch the film. I think it's a very sensitive and sensible portrayal of one episode and one personality also. And I have taken great care to portray Mrs. Gandhi with great dignity. Because I see when I started to do a lot of research, there was so much focus and so much material about her personal life, whether it was her relationship with her husband or many friends or controversial equations”. She continued, “I thought to myself that there is so much more to every person. When it comes to women, especially, they're always reduced to their equation with men around them. And of course, sensational encounters. In fact, most of the controversial material was about all that. But I have portrayed her with so much dignity and sensibility. And I think that everybody should see this film”. Kangana said that Indira Gandhi was also a very loved leader also. “Apart from some very crazy things that happened during the emergency and other few things, I think she was very loved and celebrated. Being a three-time Prime Minister is not a joke. She was loved and celebrated”. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
08 January,2025 01:22 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSSara Ali Khan's brother, Ibrahim Ali Khan is often seen indulging with fans and paparazzi in fun banter while heading out from his gym. Recently, a new video surfaced on the internet showing Ibrahim interacting with a man and his cow outside the gym. This video will leave you laughing. In the video, Ibrahim Ali Khan exits his gym after a workout. Ibrahim Ali Khan's hilarious interaction will leave you in splits View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) He is wearing a black T-shirt, shorts, and a hoodie which he paired with his sunglasses. He was also carrying his gym bag. In the video, he can be seen interacting with a man and his cow. Ibrahim asked Lakshmi (the cow), "What do you want?" The cow owner demanded baksheesh (tip). Responding to this, Ibrahim pointed at eight photographers and jokingly suggested taking the tip from them. He counted the photographers, "ek, do, teen..". To this, the cow owner replied, "Aap do, aap bade actor hain (You give, you are a big actor)." Ibrahim replies with a hilarious response which leaves fans and paparazzi shocked. He said, "Kaunsa actor, kahe ka actor hun main? (What actor?)." The cow owner further said that he is the son of a big actor. To this, Ibrahim replied, "Papa hain, main nahi hoon naa (My father is a big actor, but not me)." He then clicked a photo with the cow owner before leaving in his car. Netizens couldn't control their laughter and have filled the comment section with laughing emojis. Ibrahim Ali Khan's work front and personal life Ibrahim Ali Khan is set to make the Bollywood debut soon. He will debut with Karan Johar's film Sarzameen starring Kajol. the film will be directed by Kayoze Irani, actor Boman Irani's son. He also has Shauna Gautam's directorial, Nadaniyaan, in the works. He will star opposite Janhvi Kapoor's sister Khushi Kapoor in this romantic drama produced by Karan Johar under the banner of Dharma Productions. On the personal front, there are rumours that Ibrahim is dating Shweta Tiwari's daughter, Palak Tiwari. While both of them have remained tight-lipped about the rumours, they are often seen together at events and parties, which further fuels the speculations.
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