Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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Akshay Kumar's Padman Is Opening Film At Indus Valley International Film Festival
2091 days ago
Bollywood

Akshay Kumar's Padman Is Opening Film At Indus Valley International Film Festival

One of the best films on social issues, Akshay Kumar, Sonam Kapoor, and Radhika Apte starrer Padman has been selected for the second edition of the Indus Valley International Film Festival (IVIFF).## The digital film festival will be held between October 2 and October 10.## "My film 'Pad Man' will be the inaugural film on October 2. I will be giving an opening remark on the same day. There will be some fantastic films from all across South Asia there. I feel there is no better way to be connected to the world except through such amazing films in these very difficult tones of isolation," said Padman director R. Balki.## Inspired by the life of social activist Arunachalam Muruganantham, a social entrepreneur from Tamil Nadu, Padman is a comedy-drama film with a social message in it. It was released in India on 9 February 2018 and was a major success at the box office as well as critically acclaimed. ## The film festival will include film screenings, workshops and masterclasses, interaction with celebrities, and music concerts. The Rajat Kapoor directorial "Kadakh" will also be screened at the festival this year. ## Stay tuned...

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Bhojpuri Actress Akshara Singh Slammed Bollywood Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha For Derogatory Remarks
2091 days ago
Bollywood

Bhojpuri Actress Akshara Singh Slammed Bollywood Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha For Derogatory Remarks

One of the leading actresses in the Bhojpuri film industry (Bhojiwood), Actress Akshara has reacted and slammed the Bollywood filmmaker Anubhav Sinha for his derogatory' remarks on the Bhojpuri film industry, on Wednesday (September 16). ## Earlier, Anubhav Sinha had said reportedly made a statement about the Bhojpuri film industry in which he used the phrase 'nanga naach' (vulgar dance). His statement came after BJP MP from Gorakhpur and Bhojpuri actor Ravi Kishan pointed out during Zero Hour in Parliament that drugs are frequently smuggled from borders connected with China and Pakistan and the drug mafia has strong connections in Bollywood.## Reacting to Sinha's remarks, Akshara said that Anubhav Sinha comes from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh and still doesn't respect his mother tongue. "People know you as an intellectual. How could you insult your mother tongue by using the phrase 'nanga naach' when talking about the Bhojpuri film industry?" Akshara asked.## "People know the drug connection in the mysterious death of Sushant Singh Rajput. If people like Ravi Kishan have pointed out the wrongdoings in Bollywood, why you are making a hue and cry and pointing fingers on the Bhojpuri film industry? " added Akshara.## The Bhojpuri film industry has been up in arms against Bollywood's nepotism since popular actor Sushant Singh Rajput died in mysterious circumstances in Mumbai which has unfolded many secrets about one of the largest and reputed film industries in the world. ## While stating about the contribution of the Bhojpuri industry to the nation, Akshara Singh said that this industry has given 2 MPs to the nation who got fame through hard work and dedication and not by doing the vulgar dance. The actress even accused that Bollywood has more vulgarity than the Bhojpuri film industry. ## Stay tuned...

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Urmila Matondkar Finds Support After Kangana Ranaut's 'Soft Porn Star' Jibe
2092 days ago
Bollywood

Urmila Matondkar Finds Support After Kangana Ranaut's 'Soft Porn Star' Jibe

Actress, Urmila Matondkar has been receiving a lot of appreciation and acknowledgment for her sensible response to Kangana Ranaut after the later called Urmila Matondkar a 'soft porn star' during an interview with Times Now. ## "Even Urmila, she is a soft porn star. I know it's very blatant. But she isn't known for her acting for sure. What is she known for? For doing soft porn right? If she can get a ticket, why won't I get a ticket", Kangana said during an interview. ## After Kangana's interview, many celebs condemned her for disrespecting Urmila and lent their support to the Rangeela actress. ## Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha posted, "Just felt like saying this to one of the most beautiful, elegant, evocative, expressive actresses ever. Sending you love Urmila Matondkar."## Actress Swara Bhasker took to Twitter to post words of appreciation for Urmila, "Dear @UrmilaMatondkar ji, remembering ur outstanding performances in Masoom, Chamatkaar, Rangeela, Judaai, Daud, Satya, Bhoot, Kaun, Jungle, Pyaar Tuney Kya Kiya, Tehzeeb, Pinjar, Ek Hasina Thi… among others and have marvelled at your acting chops & brilliant dancing! Love u," Swara wrote.## Designer Farah Khan Ali posted, "Class does not rave and rant. It shines through. @UrmilaMatondkar #JayaBachchan @ReallySwara @taapsee @SonuSood @dreamgirlhema You guys Shine BRIGHT."## Harish Iyer, an activist, who engages in advocacy for a number of causes, including promoting the rights of LGBT community, also called out Kangana for her remarks.## "She is not a soft porn star, but what if she was also. What's so wrong in that. I'd rather be a soft porn star than a foul-mouthed disrespectful narcissist. The journeys are complex. The journey to the top is ridden with challenges. There are people who pull you down. But there are also people who believe in you and your craft. No one comes up only because of themselves. One ought to be grateful to those who contributed to the success," he wrote.## Stay tuned...

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Amitabh Bachchan's Jhund And Rajkummar Rao & Nushrat Bharucha Starrer Chhalaang May Release On OTT Platform
2092 days ago
Bollywood

Amitabh Bachchan's Jhund And Rajkummar Rao & Nushrat Bharucha Starrer Chhalaang May Release On OTT Platform

The over-the-top (OTT) platform, Amazon Prime Video has emerged as a winner during this time of coronavirus pandemic. The streaming giant has been able to bag some of the big Indian movies and seems to have there is no one to stop them anytime soon. ## As per the latest reports, the leading streaming platform has bagged Rajkummar Rao and Nushrat Bharucha's, Chhalaang along with Amitabh Bachchan and Sairat fame Akash Thosar and Rinku Rajguru starrer, Jhund that may premiere during the months of November and December 2020. ## Chhalaang is a social black comedy film directed by Hansal Mehta. The plot of this movie is set in a small town in the Uttar Pradesh state of India. This movie is jointly produced by Ajay Devgn, Luv Ranjan, Ankur Garg, and Bhushan Kumar under the banners of Ajay Devgn FFilms, Luv Films, and T-Series Films. ## The theatrical release of the movie has been postponed on multiple occasions due to various reasons. The last time film scheduled for release was on 12th June but due to the unpreceded covid-19 pandemic, it was postponed indefinitely. ## Also Read - Coolie No. 1 To Premiere On Amazon Prime Video During Diwali Weekend## On the other hand, Jhund is a biographical sports-drama film based on the life of Vijay Barse, the founder of NGO Slum Soccer. It is directed by Nagraj Manjule and produced by T-Series, Tandav Films Entertainment Pvt.Ltd, and Aatpaat Films. ## The movie stars, the legendary Amitabh Bachchan along with the Marathi blockbuster, Sairat fame Akash Thosar, and Rinku Rajguru in the prominant roles. Just like Chhalaang, Jhund has also been postponed many times with the last scheduled for release on the 8th of May 2020. ## Apart from the Bollywood movies like Gulabo Sitabo and Shakuntla Devi and most possibly Coolie No. 1, Amazon Prime Video had recently announced the global premiere of 5 non-Hindi films that were premiered during the months of June and July. ## Stay tuned...

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Coolie No. 1 To Premiere On Amazon Prime Video During Diwali Weekend
2092 days ago
Bollywood

Coolie No. 1 To Premiere On Amazon Prime Video During Diwali Weekend

Varun Dhawan and Sara Ali Khan starrer upcoming movie, Coolie No 1 is all set to clash with Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb. As per the latest update on this comedy film, the makers are planning to release the film during the Diwali weekend and most probably on the 13th of November on Amazon Prime Video. Laxmi Bomb, however, will premiere on Disney+Hotstar on the 9th of November. ## With the covid-19 pandemic is around, filmmakers have been forced to take an OTT route due to uncertainty over the reopening of cinemas. However, the ongoing tensions in the film industry are all playing a major role in forcing them to take different platforms other than the theaters to release their films. ## According to a source quoted in Republic Bharat's report, before the film was about to get finalized with the streaming platform, Vashu Bhagnani had a long discussion with the heads of some of the national multiplex chains.## In the conversation, he requested them to give him a sizeable amount of advance or MG royalty and even asked for the remuneration of the threshold period of eight weeks from the date of a theatrical premiere for his film Coolie No. 1. However, in return to his plea, the multiplex chains expressed their helplessness in advancing money to Bhagnani or 'acquiring' his film on an MG royalty basis.## Coolie No 1 is an upcoming comedy film that is a remake of a 1995 film with the same name starring Govinda and Karisma Kapoor in the prominent roles. The latest version of the film is directed by David Dhawan and produced by Vashu Bhagnani who also teamed up for the original film. The film stars popular faces of the Hindi film industry including Varun Dhawan, Sara Ali Khan, Paresh Rawal, Shikha Talsania, and Javed Jaffrey.## Apart from Coolie No. 1, the Amazon Prime Video has also reportedly bagged Rajkummar Rao and Nushrat Bharucha's Chhalaang along with Amitabh Bachchan and Sairat fame Akash Thosar and Rinku Rajguru' Jhund that is a sports drama film.## Stay tuned...

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I Completely Support Ravi Kishan Ji's Remarks About Saving Youth From Drug Trafficking: Jaya Prada
2093 days ago
Bollywood

I Completely Support Ravi Kishan Ji's Remarks About Saving Youth From Drug Trafficking: Jaya Prada

Actress turned politician, Jaya Prada has lent her support to her fellow party member, Ravi Kishan for his remark on Bollywood in drugs-related allegations that have emerged against the film industry in the Sushant Singh Rajput investigations. ## "Drug addiction is in the film industry too. Several people have been apprehended. The NCB has been doing very good work. I urge the central government to take strict action against the culprits soon. Give them a befitting punishment and bring an end to this conspiracy by neighboring countries", BJP MP Ravi Kishan had said in Lok Sabha on Day One of parliament's monsoon session. ## A day after Ravi Kishan's speech, Jaya Bachchan had slammed him and Kangana Ranaut and come out in support of the industry saying that such statements were meant to divert attention from the state of the economy and unemployment. ## However, Ravi Kushan has got support from the former MP and current BJP member, Jaya Prada who said that the youth needs to be protected from the "problem of drug trafficking/addiction" and lent her full support to the Bhojpuri actor for his speech. ## "I completely support Ravi Kishan Ji's remarks about saving youth from the problem of drug trafficking/addiction. We need to raise our voice against the use of drugs & we need to save our youth. I think Jaya Bachchan Ji is doing politics over the issue", said Jaya Prada to ANI. ## Meanwhile, Mumbai Police has provided the additional security outside Jalsa, the Bachchans' iconic bungalow in Juhu, after Jaya Bachchan's parliament speech against what she called attempts to vilify the film industry. The police called it a precautionary measure amid vicious trolling of Jaya Bachchan on social media. ## Stay tuned...

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The Wait Is Over, Laxmmi Bomb Starring Akshay Kumar And Kiara Advani Will Premiere On 9 November 2020
2093 days ago
Bollywood

The Wait Is Over, Laxmmi Bomb Starring Akshay Kumar And Kiara Advani Will Premiere On 9 November 2020

Disney Plus Hotstar has announced the release date of the most-awaited Bollywood movie, Laxmmi Bomb, and put an end on all the speculation surrounded by this. Akshay Kumar unveiled a new teaser and announced that the film will arrive on Disney+ Hotstar on Diwali this year and will be streaming online from November 9 onwards. ## The new teaser opens with a caption, "Iss Diwali aapke gharon mein "laxmmi" ke saath ek dhamakedar "bomb" bhi aayega. Aa rahi hai #LaxmmiBomb 9th November ko, only on @DisneyPlusHSVIP! Get ready for a mad ride kyunki #YehDiwaliLaxmmiBombWaali".## Iss Diwali aapke gharon mein “laxmmi” ke saath ek dhamakedar “bomb” bhi aayega. Aa rahi hai #LaxmmiBomb 9th November ko, only on @DisneyPlusHSVIP! Get ready for a mad ride kyunki #YehDiwaliLaxmmiBombWaali 💥 #DisneyPlusHotstarMultiplex @advani_kiara @offl_Lawrence pic.twitter.com/VQgRGR0sNg— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) September 16, 2020 ## Laxmmi Bomb is a horror-comedy that is a remake of the Tamil blockbuster film, Muni 2: Kanchana. Raghava Lawrence, who had helmed the original, will be making his Hindi directorial debut with this one. The film also stars Kiara Advani, Tusshar Kapoor, Sharad Kelkar, Ashwini Kalsekar, and many others.## Earlier, on June 29, Disney+Hotstar had signed a multi-million deal and begged 7 Bollywood movies including Laxmi Bomb, and Ajay Devgn starrer Bhuj. Laxmi Bomb was supposed to premiere during the month of September, however, due to IPL and some other reasons, the OTT giant decided against it. ## With the release date now confirmed, Akshay Kumar's Sooryavanshi will now clash with Laxmmi Bomb on Diwali. However, Sooryavanshi is scheduled to release in theaters. ## Laxmmi Bomb is jointly produced by Shabinaa Entertainment, Fox Star Studios, Cape Of Good Films, and Tushar Entertainment House. ## Stay tuned...

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Aditya Roy Kapur And Tara Sutaria To Star Next In Ahmed Khan Production Titled 'Om'!
2093 days ago
Bollywood

Aditya Roy Kapur And Tara Sutaria To Star Next In Ahmed Khan Production Titled 'Om'!

Actor Aditya Roy Kapur and Tara Sutaria who were supposed to team up in the Mohit Suri's 'Ek Villian 2' will now work together in Ahmed Khan Production's next film. According to reports Malang star, Aditya Roy Kapur has signed the film that has reportedly been titled 'Om'.## According to a source quoted in Bollywood Hungama, "It's an action-packed film with a strong undercurrent of romance and the makers are all set to take it on floors around November. The recce and pre-production work is in progress right now, and Adi plays the titular character of Om in the film".## As per the report, Ahmed Khan was himself wanted to direct the film but due to his Heropanti 2 commitment with Tiger Shroff in lead, he has decided to bankroll 'Om' instead of directing it which will go on floors around Diwali this year.## Talking about the leading lady, the source confirmed that Tara Sutaria has liked the script and all set to pair with Aditya Roy Kapur in this action entertainer. "The leading lady is Tara Sutaria. She was to work with Adi in Ek Villain 2, however, after Adi's exit, the pair couldn't be explored there. But the makers of Om felt that Adi and Tara would bring forward a fresh dynamic in the story".## As reported earlier, the audience was excited and looking forward to seeing the fresh pairing of Aditya and Tara in Mohit Suri's 'Ek Villain 2'. However, even before the project would mount the shooting floor, Kapur opt-out of the much-publicized film citing creative differences. ## On the other hand, Tara Sutaria who was last seen in Marjaavaan (2019), will next star in Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment's 'Tadap' that is an official remake of superhit Telugu film RX100. After that, she will be seen in 'Ek Villain 2' opposite Arjun Kapoor. John Abraham and Disha Patani will also play lead characters in the film. ## Stay tuned...

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Mahabharat Actor Mukesh Khanna Slams Jaya Bachchan For Her Parliament Speech
2093 days ago
Bollywood

Mahabharat Actor Mukesh Khanna Slams Jaya Bachchan For Her Parliament Speech

Amid the ongoing tensions in Bollywood, one of the largest film industries in the world, veteran actress and politician, Jaya Bachchan yesterday broke her silence and expressed her utter disappointment on the continuous attack on the film industry, in the parliament. ## It all started with actor Sushant Singh Rajput's mysterious death which is currently being probed by 3 different government bodies – ED, CBI, and the NCB. However, the focus has completely now shifted on NCB which is investigating the drug angle in the industry and has already arrested several people including an actress Rhea Chakraborty. ## Yesterday, on the second day of the Monsoon Session in Parliament, Mrs. Bachchab had given a Zero Hour notice in Rajya Sabha where she had spoken about an alleged conspiracy to defame the film industry by taking an indirect jibe on Kangana Ranaut and actor-politician, Ravi Kishan. She had said in her speech, "jis thaali me khaate hai, usi thaali me ched karte hai" which left the celebrities and netizens divided.## Now, the Mahabharat actor Mukesh Khanna has reacted to Jaya Bachchan's statement. In an interview with Republic TV, the actor said, "Let me tell you one thing, someone very rightly said, ‘Bollywood gutter nahi hai, Bollywood me jo gutter hai..' It makes a difference. Nobody is condemning the whole industry, but one bad fish will spoil the whole lake. If you've to find it, you'll have to search the entire lake, only then can you catch it".## "Right now it is the question of investigation and if somebody says ‘jis khali me khaate ho, usme ched kyu karte ho?’ Let me tell you, thaali ki baat nahi ho rahi because thali nahi chalni ho gayi hai. We’re not talking about the plate, but what is being served on it", he added. ## The Bhishma Pitamah of Mahabharat even questioned why Jaya Bachchan was making so much noise. "We're not saying everybody is bad in the industry. They're saying some are bad and some are good. So, we're just questioning who is bad and who is good? For that, we need a CBI, narcotics inquiry. Why are you opposing? If you are amongst the good, sit and wait for their instruction. Why are you offering, why are you making noise?", he questioned. ## Stay tuned...

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Kangana Ranaut Gets Support From Sapna Bhavnani Over Questioning Mumbai Police
2093 days ago
Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut Gets Support From Sapna Bhavnani Over Questioning Mumbai Police

Bollywood actress, Kangana Ranaut might have not got the support from the industry people for her remark on Mumbai Police but the popular celebrity hairstylist and producer Sapna Bhavnani on Tuesday came out in support of the actress in questioning the Mumbai Police in the Sushant Singh Rajput death case. ## Bhavnani called the Mumbai Police as 'rude and unavailable' and said they 'end up doing nothing.## In a series of tweets, Sapna alleged that her 5 friends (not revealed their names) got benefitted by going to the Mumbai Police and accused them of not working for the citizens of Mumbai as their investigation went the other way around.## Bhavnani wrote, "Am completely with @KanganaTeam in questioning @MumbaiPolice besides being extremely rude and unavailable also end up doing nothing. Even if you speak with the DCP the case goes nowhere unless someone dies. We need preventive help not post calamity. I’m still waiting for action".## Am completely with @KanganaTeam in questioning @MumbaiPolice besides being extremely rude and unavailable also end up doing nothing. Even if you speak with the DCP the case goes nowhere unless someone dies. We need preventive help not post calamity. I’m still waiting for action🥺— 𝕓𝕦𝕞𝕓𝕒𝕚 𝕜𝕚 𝕣𝕒𝕟𝕚 (@sapnabhavnani) September 15, 2020 ## She further wrote in another tweet, "I cannot name 5 friends who have actually benefitted by going to the police in #Mumbai and that is quite sad. They have forgotten that they work for the citizens of Mumbai and not the other way around".## "And there is no need to protect them and take their side. As citizens we must always question governance and understand that it is our right and not something that THEY bestow on us #DemocracyDay #mumbai #MumbaiPolice", she added. ## And there is no need to protect them and take their side. As citizens we must always question governance and understand that it is our right and not something that THEY bestow on us #DemocracyDay #mumbai #MumbaiPolice— 𝕓𝕦𝕞𝕓𝕒𝕚 𝕜𝕚 𝕣𝕒𝕟𝕚 (@sapnabhavnani) September 15, 2020 ## Kangana Ranaut earlier had slammed Mumbai Police in an interview with Arnab Goswami stating that their investigation of the actor's suicide is a "complete sham". The actress had also stated that she is ready to testify to the police regarding Sushant Singh Rajput's death case if need be.## Stay tuned...

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B-Town Backs Actor-Politician Jaya Bachchan After Her Parliament Speech
2094 days ago
Bollywood

B-Town Backs Actor-Politician Jaya Bachchan After Her Parliament Speech

Veteran Bollywood actress and Samajwadi Party MP, Jaya Bachchan earlier in the day had spoken about an alleged "conspiracy to defame the film industry" on the second day of the Monsoon Session in Parliament where she had given a Zero Hour notice in Rajya Sabha. ## After her parliament speech, which was an indirect jibe at actress Kangana Ranaut and actor-politician Ravi Kishan, a section of netizens started trolling her for trying to save the people who consume drugs but didn't say a word on Sushant's mysterious death. ## However, the veteran actress turned politician has found support among several Bollywood celebrities who have hailed Jaya for her speech. ## Sharing a video clip from Jaya's speech in parliament, filmmaker Anubhav Sinha tweeted in Hindi from his verified account which translates to, "I send my best regards to Jaya Ji. See those who don't know. This is how the spine looks".## Sharing a video clip of her speech on Twitter, Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu tweeted from her verified account, "For we have always stood by the initiatives, causes and awareness campaigns. It's time for payback. Hitting the nail on its head and how! yet again a woman from the industry spoke up #Respect." ## "I stand with JayaBachchan as Kangana Ranaut put it Bollywood is a Gutter so JayaJi said that Jis thali mein khate hai ussi mein ched nahi karte And those who hv made a name here don't spoil the name of Bollywood, as for drugs they made fleeting comments if they knw names name them", tweeted actress-politician Nagma from her verified account.## Actor-producer Nikhil Dwivedi shared from his verified Twitter account, "#JayaBachchan is right. A false narrative that a certain malaise infects the entire #FilmIndustry is being created by few to look good in these times. A percentage of people in any field including politics &journalism indulge in things illegal or immoral. Call them out specifically and not ALL!"## "Jaya ji aap puri industry ki aawaz hain .. aapko pranam (Jaya Ji, you are the voice of the film industry, my respect to you)", tweeted director Anil Sharma from his verified account.## Meanwhile, Kangana Ranaut has responded to Jaya Bachchan with a tweet asking whether the veteran actress would have maintained her stand if her daughter Shweta beaten, drugged, and molested as a teenage, would she say the same thing if Abhishek complained about bullying and harassment constantly and found hanging one day?.## Stay tuned...

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Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha Feels The Debate On Nepotism Is Overrated
2094 days ago
Bollywood

Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha Feels The Debate On Nepotism Is Overrated

Bollywood filmmaker who has helmed movies like Article 15 and Thappad has called out the ongoing raging debate on nepotism, overrated as he feels it co-exist in every industry. ## The debate on nepotism and favoritism which has found fresh air since the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput has become a burning issue. ## "Nepotism is an overrated debate. It exists everywhere and I have been telling this from the day one. Too much has been made out of the word nepotism", Sinha told IANS.## He also opened up on the issues of favoritism and bullying and admitted that it exists in the industry. Also admitted not being too aware of the newly-popular term 'movie mafia' before. ## "Speaking of 'mafias', I haven't heard this term too many times in regards to the industry. Yes, favoritism and bullying exist in the business and it exists in every business".## "But we all should be very careful about our fellow workers. We all should think about each other and work in a friendly manner", said the filmmaker.## Stay tuned...

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