Protect the Boss takes its name literally
by javabeans
What weird stills. I guess they’re taking the title literally for SBS’s upcoming Protect the Boss (at least in the fight scenes at the bottom of the page) — and they sure weren’t joking when they described the leading man played by Ji Sung (Royal Family) as a “deficient boss.” In fact, you could sum up the plot of this “lively romantic comedy” as Project: Tame the Bad Chaebol, which is the drama’s description of its story, not mine.
The stills here come from the shoots for the drama’s title sequence, and I’d say they’re pretty good at capturing the antagonism and bickering that characterizes the boss’s relationship with his new secretary (Choi Kang-hee), with whom he’ll fall in love eventually. Meanwhile, his perfect cousin-rival (Jaejoong) provides a sharp counterpoint to the hero’s eccentric personality with his tailored suit and polished appearance.
Honestly, I’m not sure what to make of this drama so far; the stills are wacky and out there, but it’ll all hinge on whether the writer and director will be able to carry off the comic tone effectively. (PD Sohn Jung-hyun did Lovers in Paris and Angel’s Temptation, while Kwon Ki-young wrote Crazy in Love.) Will they give us something strange and bizarre, or will they manage to pull off fresh and screwball? Only time will tell.
Protect the Boss premieres on August 3, following City Hunter.
Via BNT News
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1 kc
July 1, 2011 at 8:17 PM
looks fun
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Hazel
July 2, 2011 at 1:20 AM
oh my god! Jeojoong is so hot!...I wish he is the main lead!
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cmrprindle
July 2, 2011 at 8:11 AM
Agreed!
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kixicat
July 2, 2011 at 9:09 PM
I'd rather see him act as a second lead for a while before he gets a main lead so he won't get extra pressure and scorn from ppl that he's just getting the main lead because he's JaeJoong. :)
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LiLiApril
July 4, 2011 at 8:52 AM
He's SOOOO not hot!!! i always thought so but that was the good speedy shooting effect!!! Thank goodness I got out of his spell!
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JCP
July 4, 2011 at 9:25 PM
I've seen him in real life....he is very "pretty"
You should see the stills for the promo. He doesn't look too bad.
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Annesville
July 5, 2011 at 11:33 AM
If you don't think he is handsome that is your opinion but that doesn't excuse you for being rude.
I personally think he is attractive.
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mashimaroluff
July 6, 2011 at 2:31 AM
for me he look aged - with life experience. before he have that fresh look of a boy but now he seemed a little mellow - especially in his eyes. I just saw him in a concert recently, he is a bit too skinny in real life.
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2 Saki
July 1, 2011 at 8:17 PM
I wonder if i'll plan to not watch it then watch it and love it and reminace on how i used to plan to not watch it... xD I do that alot.
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kc
July 1, 2011 at 8:27 PM
same here
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RckNRllNinja
July 1, 2011 at 8:29 PM
I wish there was a like button for your comment. lol
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Arhazivory
July 1, 2011 at 8:40 PM
lol.
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sweetyo0on
July 1, 2011 at 8:46 PM
Lol.*cough* City Hunter *cough*
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soserious
July 2, 2011 at 11:57 AM
mte.
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djinni
July 2, 2011 at 6:36 AM
hahahahha me too...toooooo often
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3 Alixana
July 1, 2011 at 8:20 PM
Holy shmoly, those are some kinckass stills. Literally. Have no idea what to expect from this drama.
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4 berrygreentea
July 1, 2011 at 8:24 PM
Jaejoong is perfect indeed. Is he playing himself? ^^ The pictures look fun. Choi Kanghee looks real cute. I can't wait for this to start.
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gala
July 1, 2011 at 10:16 PM
heh, jaejoong wishes he's Cha MuWon. but instead he's a dork, sort-of clumsy, error-prone but passionate and down-to-earth - which makes Jaejoong much better. then again, we'll see how his character pans out.
JJ might not be an excellent actor [altho that really remains to be seen] but he's dedicated. he changed his hair colour and even ditched the circle lens. he did the same to Dokutaa [Sunao] to give the role justice, stripping the celebrity-look. im so proud he's doing the same for this role.
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Chunniebunnie
July 2, 2011 at 2:20 AM
He is indeed very dorky and error-prone and clumsy....hahaha...looking forward to see him on screen.
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lizq
July 2, 2011 at 8:12 AM
He's everything you said AND mega-talented :3
I want to see something other than his usual perfection in his character haha
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5 danna
July 1, 2011 at 8:28 PM
not really liking that do on Ji Sung but besides that this looks more screwball comedy material...aw god that manhwa in his hands reminds me of Choi Kang Hee last movie with The Voice, Pett Romance, that was a hoot
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6 Cap Rice
July 1, 2011 at 8:31 PM
Fight Club in the basement! If I win, my boss gets to be President. If I lose, he and I both work in the mailroom. Protect the Boss!!!! Fighting!!!!
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7 Arhazivory
July 1, 2011 at 8:41 PM
Ji-Sung, I love you but i do not love that 'do'. -_-'
THese stills look fun...I like the manga reading Boss and the secretary who tries to pull him away from it. It's also nice that we'll get some literal 'protection' too. Fight scenes are my cup of tea.
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Schmazel
July 1, 2011 at 9:56 PM
I'm with you on Ji Sung's hair. I think the only person who looks decent with this hairdo is Seung Chul from Can You Hear My Heart.
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Arhazivory
July 1, 2011 at 9:57 PM
You're right. Seung Chul rocks it....Ji Sung doesn't. -_-'
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Kristal
July 2, 2011 at 6:36 AM
Seung-chul's isn't so curly though on top. I have no clue what they were thinking with that haircut. I guess it is supposed to make Jisung's character look unprofessional and goofy but it's going to turn all his fangirls off! Heh
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Cherry
July 1, 2011 at 10:18 PM
you're so right, maybe its Seung chul's face that only fits that hair style because everybody else who wears it is just...eh - pass. lol that should be called The Seung Chul hairstyle, like the Justin Bieber hairdo, "I want a Seung Chul hairstyle .. but will it look like i got fried with electricity?
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L
July 2, 2011 at 12:49 AM
hahahaha. they should have a warning for this style then... do not attempt unless you're Lee Kyu Han LOL
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Arhazivory
July 2, 2011 at 1:31 AM
Good idea. Who sshould we make the suggestion to?
Linda165
July 2, 2011 at 4:42 AM
Forget the hairdo, what about those socks???!!! O__o
Well, at least he wears them.... (I lub you LMH)
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queencircles
July 2, 2011 at 7:29 AM
aw. i liked it.
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newcomer
June 11, 2014 at 6:45 PM
Do you know what manga that have the 'literal' story with this? I am really curious since the first time I watch this drama!
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8 Linda165
July 1, 2011 at 8:51 PM
I know someone who will be drooling all over Jaejoong, and it's not me...
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kixicat
July 1, 2011 at 9:05 PM
@linda, how'd u know it was me? :Qlol j/k
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Dalena
July 1, 2011 at 9:38 PM
you know me so well... xD
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9 Nano
July 1, 2011 at 8:54 PM
jaejoong's expression...looks pretty much the same in all three photos. sigh.
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Dalena
July 1, 2011 at 9:36 PM
that's... sadly true :(
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gala
July 2, 2011 at 12:40 PM
he gave a much better expression in the promo clip. he looks over-confident and quite arrogant.
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10 kixicat
July 1, 2011 at 9:03 PM
Am i the only one that turns to a puddle of mush everytime i read jaejoong's name? :D
Sorry, i know yall might b tired of the fangirling. major db5k fangirl here. :)
I like the name "the boss has changed" better.
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Dalena
July 1, 2011 at 9:37 PM
haha don't worry I turn into a puddle of mush everytime as well :)
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lizq
July 2, 2011 at 8:08 AM
Add me to the mush pile!!
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11 spazzy06
July 1, 2011 at 9:05 PM
WTF is up with Ji Sung's hair?
That has got to be the most hideous hairstyle I have seen in awhile.
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12 Maho
July 1, 2011 at 9:05 PM
I think Ji Sung is awesome but....whats going on with that hair? Does one of the drama hairdressing staff members hate him? Nonetheless the stills look interesting enough to make me watch.
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13 Noelle
July 1, 2011 at 9:08 PM
This looks like it'll be fun. How long will it be?
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14 Calamityjanedoe
July 1, 2011 at 9:31 PM
Not exactly sure what Protect the Boss is about, but it should really be called Protect the Boss Against the Wet Skunk on His Head. I hope Ji Sung loses that mop soon.
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15 sb
July 1, 2011 at 9:39 PM
Recently watched Petty Romance, so CKH's hair oddly looks like wig.
I'm surprised they didn't photo-shop out the bags under JJ's eyes. He's a very pretty boy, but those photos don't do him justice.
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Kristal
July 2, 2011 at 6:38 AM
It is definitely a wig but maybe that is just for the opening or just the first few eps. Her hair is currently short I believe from a recent photo she posted of herself online.
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16 DarknessEyes
July 1, 2011 at 10:31 PM
Hmm i might end up watching this drama. Looks like it might be fun to watch. Is it just me, or does Jaejoong look kinda different in these stills? And he looks really tired, to me. :( Hope he's getting enough rest!
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17 pea
July 1, 2011 at 11:06 PM
jaejoongggggg!!!!!! ^_^
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18 eggy
July 1, 2011 at 11:19 PM
Someone pooped on Ji sung's hair and cooked it like ramen.. because it's flopping about like wimpy noodles. Can you please turn back to your "Save the last dance for me" hairdo days? <3
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bebeswtz
July 2, 2011 at 12:31 AM
I wish I could 'like/love' your comment x1000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 and more =)
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bebeswtz
July 2, 2011 at 12:32 AM
I wish I could 'like/love' your comment x1000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 and more =)
Especially the part about "Save Your Last Dance for Me"... <3<3<3 that drama soooo much!!! It still gets to me everytime I watch it... even to this day!!! <3
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19 jat
July 1, 2011 at 11:40 PM
OMONA Jaejoongi!
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20 vanillasalt
July 2, 2011 at 12:15 AM
Umm... the person in the blue dress is a dude right? It kinda looks like a male. If it's a woman then....DUDE LOOKS LIKE A LAADDDY!! (does anyone know that song?)
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21 jangjang
July 2, 2011 at 12:25 AM
I can't even start to think about City Hunter ending :L GAAAAHHHH!!!
I do agree with the comments on the Seung Chul hairdo! LOL.
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22 Duh-duh
July 2, 2011 at 12:32 AM
I'm picturing the boss would be similar to the J-drama "My boss, my hero"'s childish boss would love puddings, and cannot do math that exceeds the number of his fingers.
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Rin
July 2, 2011 at 12:35 AM
Well, if it's anything like My Boss, My Hero then I'm in. That was a pretty good drama in my opinion (:
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daisy
July 2, 2011 at 12:58 AM
I wish it's similar! "My boss, my hero" was awesome and hilarious!
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Arhazivory
July 2, 2011 at 1:33 AM
lol. MBMH....still one of my faves. XD
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23 Rin
July 2, 2011 at 12:33 AM
As much as I like Jaejoong, being a Cassie and all, I don't want City Hunter to end and this takes its time slot :[
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24 Viki
July 2, 2011 at 12:54 AM
Jaejae<333 but why does he look so tired though? don't strain yourself, oppa!
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25 Dara
July 2, 2011 at 1:13 AM
Jaejoong omo.....
But I don't like her hair! TT_TT
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26 Alice
July 2, 2011 at 1:55 AM
OMG, it's Jaejoong!!!!
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27 mrskimchee
July 2, 2011 at 1:58 AM
His hair is like domiyoji tsukasa :)
regardles, still loving Jisung and can't wait for this.....but the means..have to say goodbye to City Hunter.....sigh....
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Banu
July 2, 2011 at 3:48 AM
OMO..XD so right it looks like his hair style
woooo Jaejoong looks more mature he is getting older but he is awesome as always..
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Arhazivory
July 2, 2011 at 4:46 AM
Domyouji <3 *sighs* I disagree. This hairstyle resembles a very bad version of Domyouji's. -_-'
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28 kixicat
July 2, 2011 at 2:16 AM
It's funny how we're focus on the bad hair or fangirling over jaejoongshii.
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29 Pikachu
July 2, 2011 at 4:24 AM
The weirder the STills the better the drama
:P
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Pikachu
July 2, 2011 at 4:25 AM
JB/GF would know.
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30 infiniti512
July 2, 2011 at 5:08 AM
I'm still finding this strange that Ji Sung and Jae Joong would be rivals. JJ doesnt look a day over 21 and Ji Sung although he doesnt look his age either, is more mature.
Love Ji Sung's hair though, I will watch only for him.
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Grecia
July 20, 2011 at 4:18 PM
IKR? He looks too young to be JiSung's rival! XD
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31 artemis
July 2, 2011 at 5:58 AM
Ji Sung's hair is terrible here. It seriously looks like a bad wig.
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32 kaka
July 2, 2011 at 6:32 AM
I'm sooo loving Jisung's expressions here. It looks like he doesn't afraid to look silly and ugly, which I think is really important for an actor.
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33 hileudcau
July 2, 2011 at 6:38 AM
jaejoong very go mi nam...ish ish,,,
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34 Kristal
July 2, 2011 at 6:38 AM
I will be checking out at least the first week just to see Jisung try and pull off comedy.
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35 kuru
July 2, 2011 at 8:53 AM
manga+paul frank shirt + colourful shoe?? i wanna watch that!!!!
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36 kuru
July 2, 2011 at 8:57 AM
curly hair+manga+paul frank shirt + colourful shoe?? i wanna watch that!!!!
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37 krnkimbap
July 2, 2011 at 10:10 AM
Wow, is it just me or is Jaejoong sporting some major eyebags? I'm so used looking at his pretty boy dbsk-days pictures that these pictures sort of surprised me. Boy needs to get some sleep! (He's still prettier than me though...) :(
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38 bethanygaile
July 2, 2011 at 12:04 PM
Ji Sung's hair O_o
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Pika876
July 2, 2011 at 12:53 PM
Going for the Dokko Jin look?
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39 Lucille
July 2, 2011 at 12:12 PM
Am I the only one getting Queen of Reversal vibes from this? An immature boss who grows up with the help of his staff and falls in love with one of them.
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40 sara
July 2, 2011 at 1:06 PM
what a beautiful boss Hero is.so hot.i 'll definitely watch this.JYJ has no TV appearance.the best opportunity for watching eye candy jaejoong
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41 esther lee
July 2, 2011 at 1:14 PM
it looks like a manhwa come to life
the (over)dramatizing, as well as the actors themselves..
so very pretty :P
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42 blueangel
July 2, 2011 at 1:26 PM
Looking fun.
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43 K.
July 2, 2011 at 2:39 PM
Jaejoong has serious bags; he looks half dead. Worries me that he's probably overworking himself ):
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44 mars
July 2, 2011 at 4:35 PM
This looks different. I hope they can pull off the goofy, quirky vibe without making it eye roll inducing like it was in Baby-faced Beauty.
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45 creepykreme
July 2, 2011 at 5:20 PM
i'm craving for more ji sung >.<
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46 nokcha
July 2, 2011 at 5:40 PM
Looks like it has the potential to be either really good or really bad!
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47 kixicat
July 2, 2011 at 9:14 PM
I'm not gonna have high expectation for this drama because i don't want to be disappointed like Changmin's drama. :) I tried watching but i didn't finish it. That and i don't want city hunter to end yet! :'(
Yoonsung and nana <3
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48 Cam
July 2, 2011 at 10:59 PM
BWHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! =D =D
I really LOOVVVEE this picture of Ji Sung because he's still cool and handsome since I've watched him in any different dramas, of course.
Hahaha, it really made me sooo laugh to see him, like, act so crazy and anger, lolz! I will be looking forward to this!!!!
(LOOOVE all of these pictures, hehe!)
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49 Lilian
July 3, 2011 at 11:20 AM
I like Jisung but didn't like Royal Family. Hope this drama is better. And can't wait to see Jaejoong act!
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50 Amp
August 14, 2011 at 8:54 PM
Can't wait for next ep!!!! XD hero^^
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