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1988 - 2013
25 YEARS
OF BLOCKBUSTER
SALMAN KHAN
Salman Khan filmography
Salman Khan made his acting debut in Biwi Ho To Aisi (1988). He achieved commercial success and stardom with the blockbuster Maine Pyar Kiya (1989), for which he won a Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. In 1999,Salman Khan won a Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for his extended appearance in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) and since then has starred in several critical and commercial successes, including Baaghi: A Rebel for Love (1990), Love (1991), Saajan (1991), Sanam Bewafa (1991), Patthar Ke Phool (1991), Kurbaan (1991), Hum Aapke Hain Koun (1994), Karan Arjun (1995), Jeet (1996), Judwaa (1997), Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998), Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai (1998), Bandhan (1998), Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999), Biwi No.1 (1999), Hum Saath-Saath Hain: We Stand United (1999), Chori Chori Chupke Chupke (2001), Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam (2002), Tere Naam (2003), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Garv (2004), No Entry (2005), Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya? (2005), Partner (2007), Wanted (2009), Dabangg (2010), Ready (2011), Bodyguard (2011), Ek Tha Tiger (2012) (which has become the second highest-grossing Bollywood film of all-time) and Dabangg 2 (2012) and eight of his films have accumulated gross earnings of over 
100 crore (US$16 million) worldwide,making Salman Khan one of the most successful leading actors of Hindi cinema. Maine Pyar Kiya was the biggest hit of 1989 and the biggest hit of the 1980s, thus establishing Salman Khan's status in the industry.Tere Naam (2003) is till date considered Salman Khan's best film with critically acclaimed performance.] For Tere Naam, Taran Adarsh said of him, "Salman Khan is exceptional in a role that fits him to the T. He breathes fire in sequences that demand uneasiness. But beneath the tough exterior lies a vulnerable person and this facet in particular comes to the fore in the latter reels. His emotional outbursts are splendid..." He also received rave reviews for his portrayal of Colorful cop Chulbul Pandey aka Robinhood Pandey in Dabangg. Anupama Chopra of NDTV said, "It's the role of a lifetime and Salman Khan bites into it like a starving man devours a feast. He inhabits it fully, strutting and swaggering and even, spoofing himself." He has thus established himself as one of the leading actors in Hindi cinema
100 crore (US$16 million) worldwide,making Salman Khan one of the most successful leading actors of Hindi cinema. Maine Pyar Kiya was the biggest hit of 1989 and the biggest hit of the 1980s, thus establishing Salman Khan's status in the industry.Tere Naam (2003) is till date considered Salman Khan's best film with critically acclaimed performance.] For Tere Naam, Taran Adarsh said of him, "Salman Khan is exceptional in a role that fits him to the T. He breathes fire in sequences that demand uneasiness. But beneath the tough exterior lies a vulnerable person and this facet in particular comes to the fore in the latter reels. His emotional outbursts are splendid..." He also received rave reviews for his portrayal of Colorful cop Chulbul Pandey aka Robinhood Pandey in Dabangg. Anupama Chopra of NDTV said, "It's the role of a lifetime and Salman Khan bites into it like a starving man devours a feast. He inhabits it fully, strutting and swaggering and even, spoofing himself." He has thus established himself as one of the leading actors in Hindi cinema| Years | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Biwi Ho To Aisi | Vicky Malhotra | Supporting role |
| 1989 | Maine Pyar Kiya | ||
| 1991 | Sanam Bewafa | Salman Khan | |
| 1991 | Patthar Ke Phool | Inspector Suraj | |
| 1991 | Kurbaan | Akash Singh | |
| 1991 | Love | Prithvi | |
| 1991 | Saajan | Akash Varma | |
| 1992 | Suryavanshi | Vicky / Suryavanshi Vikram Singh | |
| 1992 | Ek Ladka Ek Ladki | Raja | |
| 1992 | Jaagruti | Jugnu | |
| 1992 | Nishchaiy | Rohan Yadav / Vasudev Gujra | |
| 1993 | Chandra Mukhi | Raja Rai | |
| 1993 | Dil Tera Aashiq | Vijay | |
| 1994 | Andaz Apna Apna | Prem Bhopali | |
| 1994 | Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! | Prem | |
| 1994 | Chaand Kaa Tukdaa | Shyam Malhotra | |
| 1994 | Sangdil Sanam | Kishan | |
| 1995 | Karan Arjun | Karan / Ajay | Nominated Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
| 1995 | Veergati | Ajay | |
| 1996 | Majhdhaar | Gopal | |
| 1996 | Khamoshi: The Musical | Raj | |
| 1996 | Jeet | Raju | Nominations Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor |
| 1997 | Judwaa | Raja / Prem Malhotra | |
| 1997 | Auzaar | Inspector Suraj Prakash | |
| 1998 | Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya | Suraj Khanna | Nominated Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
| 1998 | Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai | Suraj Dhanrajgir | |
| 1998 | Bandhan | Raju | |
| 1999 | Jaanam Samjha Karo | Rahul | |
| 1999 | Biwi No.1 | Prem | Nominated Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role |
| 1999 | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | Sameer Rafillini | Nominated Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
| 1999 | Hello Brother | Hero | |
| 1999 | Hum Saath-Saath Hain: We Stand United | Prem | |
| 2000 | Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge | Raja Oberoi | |
| 2000 | Chal Mere Bhai | Prem Oberoi | |
| 2000 | Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega | Raj / Romi | |
| 2000 | Kahin Pyaar Na Ho Jaaye | Prem Kapoor | |
| 2001 | Chori Chori Chupke Chupke | Raj Malhotra | |
| 2002 | Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge | Veer Singh Thakur / Ali | |
| 2002 | Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam | Suraj | |
| 2002 | Yeh Hai Jalwa | Raj 'Raju' Saxena / Raj Mittal | |
| 2003 | Tere Naam | Radhe Mohan | Nominated Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
| 2004 | Garv: Pride and Honour | Inspector Arjun Ranavat | |
| 2004 | Mujhse Shaadi Karogi | Sameer Malhotra | |
| 2004 | Dil Ne Jise Apna Kahaa | Rishabh | |
| 2005 | Lucky: No Time for Love | Aditya | |
| 2005 | Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya? | Dr. Samir Malhotra | |
| 2005 | No Entry | Prem | Nominated Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role |
| 2005 | Kyon Ki | Anand | |
| 2006 | Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar | Ayaan | |
| 2006 | Jaan-E-Mann | Suhaan Kapoor | |
| 2006 | Baabul | Avinash Kapoor | |
| 2007 | Salaam-e-Ishq: A Tribute To Love | Rahul | |
| 2007 | Partner | Prem Love Guru | |
| 2007 | Marigold: An Adventure in India | Prem | English language film |
| 2008 | God Tussi Great Ho | Arun Prajapati (A.P) | |
| 2008 | Heroes | Balkar Singh / Jassvinder Singh | |
| 2008 | Yuvvraaj | Deven Yuvvraaj | |
| 2009 | Wanted | Radhe / Rajveer Shikhawat | |
| 2009 | Main Aurr Mrs Khanna | Samir Khanna | |
| 2009 | London Dreams | Mannu (Manjit Khosla) | |
| 2010 | Veer | Veer / Veera | |
| 2010 | Dabangg | Inspector Chulbul Pandey (Robinhood Pandey) | Nominated Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
| 2011 | Ready | Prem Kapoor | |
| 2011 | Bodyguard | Lovely Singh | Nominated Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
| 2012 | Ek Tha Tiger | Tiger / Manish Chandra / Avinash Singh Rathod | |
| 2012 | Dabangg 2 | Inspector Chulbul Pandey (Robinhood Pandey) | Nominated Filmfare Award for Best Actor |
| 2014 | Mental | Filming | |
| 2014 | Kick | Filming | |
| 2014 | No Entry Mein Entry | Prem | Pre-production |
| 2015 | Sooraj Barjatya's Next | Pre-production |
OLD ARTICLE
| 27 Reasons Why Salman Khan Is Better Than Other Stars In Bollywood |
| - Randy Lall Let us know what you think about this feature article |
Salman Khan - a name that Bollywood will remember forever. You may love him or hate him, but you cant ignore him. He is a superstar on all fronts, and his fans adore him. Despite all the flops he had, all the controversies he went through, he is still amongst the top actors in Bollywood. I can honestly say that HE is definitely Indias Most Powerful Star. Having turned 42 on November 27th, this writer presents you: 27 Reasons Why He Likes Salman Khan More Than Any Other Stars in Bollywood.
1) Launching the careers of many stars He has helped many stars to achieve what they are today. Himesh Reshammiya, Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Sajid-Wajid were brought into the industry thanks to Salman Khans help. Even Hrithik Roshan went through training through our Sallu.
2) Helped Govinda at the time of crisis Govinda was practically forgotten in our industry, and was written off by the critics and media. However, our Sallu came and saved the day by giving him a hero lead in Partner. Although he had a role in Bhagam Bhag, Govinda was wasted in the film, and with Salaam-E-Ishq, he got appreciated for his role, but this time it flopped at the Box-Office. However, with the big success of Partner, Govinda got both a huge HIT and also the critics/audience appreciation. Now, Govinda is back in the running. It has also been written that Salman Khan gave Govinda a Mercedez-Benz car when Govinda refused fees from him.
3) His foundation Be Human He is the probably one of the only star to start his own foundation for the kids and the poor. And look what he did - he knows that kids with some sickness or illness wont go to watch a movie. Prior to the release of Partner, he had a special screening for the kids! Plus, every kid walked out with a special gift in their hands after the event! Wow, our Salman is truly great!
4) Always helping the needy This man will always have a golden heart, despite the bad times he has been through. He gives bicycles to the kids, always gives money to the needy and even blankets to people who sleeps on the street at night. He always helps a certain foundation or an association, and the best part about it is that he does it privately and doesnt involve the media into it. He is probably one of the few Bollywood actors today who does help a lot.
5) Stars turn to Salman Khan for help This is another topic that makes Salman Khan a winner. Many celebrities have turn to him for help, e.g. when Sushmita Sen adopted daughter fell ill, no one was there to help her, and then she called Salman Khan. And within a couple of minutes, he showed up at her doorstep. When Dia Mirza mom fell ill, it was our Sallu who made the rescue. Saawan Kumar Tak came to Salman Khan " who thought he needed money. However, Saawan Kumar asked him to play a part in Saawan, which Salman Khan did for FREE. When no one was willing to play supporting role to Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, it was Salman Khan who ended up doing it for Karan Johar. These are many examples why this man rocks!
6) Despite controversy, he still remains a top star at the BO! I consider Salman Khan the most powerful star at the Box-Office because of this topic. Despite all the bad stuff he has done, he still remains a top star at the Box-Office - if thats not power, then what is it then? Take for example, Maine Pyar Kyun Kiya release at the Box-Office. Two days before its release, the tape controversy happened in India. And Salman Khan was accused, as they assumed it was his voice on the tape. Shows were cancelled, however, Maine Pyar Kyun Kiya was recording 90%+ opening at the Box-Office. On top of that, Salman Khan was the only bankable star in the film. The movie according to the trade, was a Semi-Hit. Had that controversy didnt happen, it wouldve done Hit business. That clearly shows you that our Sallu is probably the most powerful star at the Box-Office. Even today, despite flops, he can still surprise everyone with a Partner.
7) Despite what he goes through, his fans are still with him till the end Now, you tell me, only few actors are blessed with this. Look at what Salman Khan has been through in life and all the bad stuff he has done " yet his fans are there for him through thick and thin. When he was in jail, people prayed for him, fasted for him, gave food to him in jail, they also tried to visit him in jail! This man is a rockstar in India. And the day he was released, there was a huge celebration at his house; likely over 1000 people were there. After all he has been through, fans are supposed to hate Salman Khan, yet they love him more and his fan base did increase. Well, Salman and Shah Rukh may both have the biggest fan base following in India, but Salman Khan has the most loyal fans in India. Thats why, as fans, we voted Salman Khan to be in the Madame Tussauds and deservingly, he won the poll beating the likes of Kajol, Madhuri Dixit, and Hrithik Roshan.
8) One of the only stars to give a great opening on an All-India Basis Salman Khan, along with Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan and Akshay Kumar are the only stars to guarantee huge opening at the Box-Office. Despite flops he has encountered, his films still takes great opening from all parts of India! Where SRK and Aamir Khan rules A centres, Salman Khan is one of the few stars to guarantee a huge opening not only in the A centres, but in the B and C centres also. He is the hero of the masses!
9) More All-Time Blockbusters than any other star in Bollywood and other BO records Despite being the huge stars in the likes of Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, Rajesh Khanna, Dharmendra, and Shah Rukh Khan, our Salman Khan still have more All-Time Blockbusters than any other stars in Bollywood history e.g. Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. The closest star to beat him is Shah Rukh Khan with two All-Time Blockbusters. Also, Salman Khan is one of the few stars to have other records at the Box-Office. He is one of the few stars to have: - Four or more releases in one year (1998), and were all HITS " Kuch Kuch Hota Hain, Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya, Bandhan, Jab Pyar Kisse Se Hota Hain - Top Grossers In One Year (1999) " Biwi No.1, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Hum Saath-Saath Hain - Most Hits than any other actor in the 90s In 1994, Hum Aapke Hain Kaun smashed Sholay records Gross to become the biggest grosser film at that time and did excellent business in the overseas for a Bollywood film. It was the first film to do over Rs. 10 crores in the overseas market. Maine Pyar Kiya broke records not only in India, but also in overseas market. Salman Khan is currently at Number 3 (tied with SRK) in the list for having the top grosser of the year. He has so far five in the list (Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Kaun, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', Biwi No.1, and No Entry). Amitabh Bachchan currently has seven films as the top grossers of the year, while Dilip Kumar has ten films.
10) His Dont Give a Damn Attitude This is one aspect that sets Salman Khan different from other stars in Bollywood - his attitude! Although you expect Salman Khan to grow up a bit, but the man doesnt care! If the people who are interviewing him give him a dumb question, he will ask them back the same question. People who has done something to hurt our Sallu, he would ignore them. Despite critics are bashing him to do something different in his movie, he still doesnt care. Sometimes his one-liners from interviews are too funny, but you would expect that from Salman Khan.
11) One of the few actors to make it on Peoples Magazine Thats right, our Sallu had made it in Peoples Magazine for being one of the most handsome man ever in the world. Only three actors in Bollywood have achieved that; Dharmendra, Salman Khan and Hrithik Roshan. And to be honest, those are the three most handsome men ever in Bollywood history. Another news that made Bollywood and India proud.
12) Screw acting, its all about screen presence Salman Khan is one actor we know who can sleepwalk through his role. But what stands out when watching a Salman Khan film is his screen presence. Once he enters the screen, you cant help but notice Salman Khan all the time. He is one of the few actors in India and overseas when they appear the first time on screen, the crowds go wild and cheer for him. Out of all the stars making special appearances in Om Shanti Om, Salman Khan got the most cheers. It must be noted that when Salman puts his mind to a role, he will do a great job e.g. 'Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Kaun, Andaz Apna Apna, Karan Arjun, Tere Naam and Kyon Ki.
13) Screw Awards Salman Khan is one actor who doesnt care about an award. In fact, we know in the future Salman Khan will never win a Best Actor Award. He can play the hardest role to perfection in cinema history, but yet, he will never win the award. Well, Salman Khan is one actor to prove you dont need an award to prove yourself. Salman Khan has said one thing, He cares more about rewards, than awards. Well said, Sallu!
14) Style Icon to the youth Generation Anything looks good on Salman Khan, thats why it reflects on the youth generation. Imagine, a hair style in Tere Naam becoming a huge rage in India. Well, thats how our Sallu influence the youth generation. His look even in Mujhse Shaadi Karogi was a hit amongst the youngsters. In fact, most youths and elders want to have a body like Salman Khan. Salman Khan has definitely made an impact to the people of India. He is one actor who actually redefines cool.
15) Style Icon to the Bollywood industry Most recent stars are influenced by Salman Khan physique. Look at SRK so called 6-pack abs, its not shocking that Salman Khan inspired him to get that. In fact, SRK asked Salman for tips. Plus, Ranbir Kapoor and Hrithik Roshan were under his training to get a great body. He also influenced Govinda and Anil Kapoor to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
16) Amongst the top ten ever To be honest, if one were to conduct an article on the ten most memorable actors to ever grace Bollywood, Salman Khan would have to make it to the list (others being Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor, Dev Anand, Dharmendra, Amitabh Bachchan, Rajendra Kumar, Jeetendra, Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan). Nothing and I mean nothing affects this guy status or his fans. Salman Khan is a legend in the making, whether you like him or not.
17) Unique style of dancing One knows that the best dancers today in Bollywood are Govinda and Hrithik Roshan for actors. But what sets Salman Khan different (even Shah Rukh Khan) is that whatever moves he does, it looks good. Points in case include No Entry title track, Just Chill (Maine Pyar Kyun Kiya), O Jaana (Tere Naam), Oo Oh Jaane Jaana (PKTDK), Youre My Love (Partner), Tenu Leke (Salaam-E-Ishq), and many more to back up this statement.
18) Flops, Disasters dont affect Salman Khan Status Ask the distributors - they dont affect Salman Khan. In fact, it strengths him, and thats what scores with Salman Khan. Despite giving six straight flops, he is still in the Top 5 according to the trade and thats remarkable. Yes, it made him drop, but the huge success of 'Partner' has put him back in the running. Plus, it has been written that he got a Rs.24 crore film deal. Imagine, if Salman Khan was that bad, would he get that kind of huge offer?
19) No Sad Endings, Please! History has it that whenever Salman Khan dies in a film, its a flop at the Box-Office. Veergati, Hello Brother, Phir Milenge, Kyon Ki, Baabul are examples to prove this theory. Even Tere Naam which took a huge opening at the BO settled for Above Average " Semi-Hit status because of the huge drop in the second week. That is due to the second half of the film where Salman Khan was treated badly in the film. It seems Salman Khan fans dont want to see their hero in that state. Whats funny is that SRK, Amitabh Bachchan and Dilip Kumar can die in their movies, yet they can be HITS. However, if Salman Khan dies in his films, they dont succeed. I guess we want to see Salman Khan have a happy ending.
20) Trends that were started by Salman Khan Despite SRK being the ruler of the overseas market, its in fact Salman Khan films which opened Bollywood films to the overseas market. Yes, Amitabh Bachchan films in the 70s and 80s films succeeded in the West Indies, North American and UK territory, but it was Maine Pyar Kiya that made the huge impact. It broke records everywhere especially in the West Indies. It was dubbed in English As When Love Calls and in Spanish as Te Amo. Maine Pyar Kiya was Rs.1 crore short of beating Sholay record Gross. Then came Hum Aapke Hain Koun that smashed records everywhere. HAHK was the first film to gross over Rs.50 crores, and settled for a Rs.65 crores run at the BO. Plus, it was the first film to gross over a $1,000,000 in the US market, and over 1,000,000 Pounds in the UK market. Since then, Bollywood has made a huge impact in the overseas market. If trade reports are to be believed, it was Salman Khan who started the bumper opening trend. Thats why back in the 90s, most of his films were HITS at the BO because they had took huge opening at the BO (he did it on a consistent basis). Even his flop films were nearly recoverable thanks to the good opening it received.
21) Good Music is a Must in his films! If one were to look at Salman Khan filmography, about 70% of his films has good soundtracks. It seems that great music is a must for a Salman Khan starrer - even up to today. He is one actor who can make a soundtrack sell because of his loyal fans, and even people dont like him, they are aware that a Salman Khan starrer has good songs. The soundtrack of Tere Naam, despite being released four years ago, still sells to this day.
22) No One Gives an Interview like Salman Khan One always knows when Salman Khan is on the mike, it will be memorable. As mentioned above, if the people who are interviewing him give him a dumb question, he will ask them back the same question. His one-liners are amazing and he is most of the time very funny or even serious, one cant tell. Look at the Saawariya music launch, if it wasnt for Salman Khan, the music launch wouldve been a huge flop. Sometimes, even the interviewer gets scared when interviewing Salman Khan because he will give them his killer look. So word of advice to people who wants to interview Salman in the future - make sure you ask Salman the right questions!
23) Always Speaks From The Heart! One characteristic that sets Salman Khan different from the other stars is that he speaks from the heart. Look at the 1999 Filmfare Awards, when he got the Best Supporting Actor, he clearly said on stage, I dont deserve this award. And that takes a lot of guts to say it. Other stars, who clearly gets awards who doesnt deserve it (cough cough, SRK), will brag how he/she is happy and this and that. He is one of the few people who clearly said that he hated Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. He was honest as to why he didnt take Chak De India and Baazigar. Despite being close friends to Aamir Khan, he states why Aamir doesnt want to work with him in the future.
24) First Commercial Bollywood Superstar to work with a Hollywood director Despite being a Disaster at the BO, still Salman Khan is the first commercial Bollywood star to work with Hollywood director (William Carroll), and actress (Ali Larter). A huge achievement for our Sallu.
25) Anything looks good on our Sallu Whether he is in suits, wearing some goofy T-Shirt or some ripped up jeans, one must say, it looks good on Salman Khan. In fact, anything looks good on this man. When he is on screen or at any function, one cant help but admire Salman Khan.
26) Classics Films to be remember in the history of Bollywood in his credit Salman Khan has a lot of classic films in Bollywood " Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun, Andaz Apna Apna, Khamoshi, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Tere Naam (despite being a remake), and No Entry (it's not one of those comedies these days where it tries to be funny- it's actually funny and will be remembered as a comedy classic) are classics and some will be classics in the future.
27) Irrespective to what anyone says, you are still the best Sallu! Salman Khan, no matter what the critics, media, and people say, you are still Number One to us no matter what. We have been with you since the Maine Pyar Kiya' days, and we stood by you when all the controversies happened. You may not be the best actor ever, but we still enjoy watching your films. You have been a role-model to us back in the days, and up to this day. Nobody in Bollywood has done much as what you do to the needy people. You may be termed as the Bad Boy of Bollywood, but you have proved numerous times that you are still a man with the golden heart. We hope as fans, that you continue to rule Bollywood and we all hope and pray that all of your upcoming films do extremely well at the BO.
You are our future legend in Bollywood and will be remembered as amongst the top actors ever in Bollywood!
SUPER FACTS ABOUT THE BLOCKBUSTER KHAN
MOST ATBB - 4 (MPK, HAHK, Dabangg & KKHH)
MOST ANNUAL HITS - 9 (MPK - 1989, Saajan - 1991, HAHK - 1994, KKHH - 1998, HSSH - 1999, No Entry - 2005, Dabangg - 2010, Bodyguard - 2011 & ETT 2012)
MOST BLOCKBUSTERS - 6 (Karan Arjun, Partner, Ready, Bodyguard, ETT & D2)
MOST DECADE BIGGEST HIT - 2 (HAHK 90's & MPK 80's)
RECORD OF HAVING 2 BIGGEST GROSSER OF THE YEAR - 3 (1999, 2011 & 2012)
FIRST SUPER HIT OVERSEAS - MPK
FIRST ATBB OVERSEAS - HAHK
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