Are You Human?
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Are You Human?

너도 인간이니
Air date: 2018-06-04
Episodes: 36 ep
Network: KBS2
Rating: 8.1 / 10
Cast entries
21
Episodes
36
Locations
5
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Story

Synopsis

A concise overview of the premise, tone, and dramatic setup.

"Are You Human?" follows Nam Shin, the son of a wealthy family that runs a large corporation, who falls into a coma after an unexpected accident. His mother, Oh Ro-Ra, a specialist in brain science and artificial intelligence, creates an android named Nam Shin III, designed to look just like him. The android assumes Nam Shin's identity and is accompanied by his bodyguard, So-Bong.

This human sci-fi romance intricately explores the blurred lines between humanity and artificial intelligence. As Nam Shin III navigates the power struggles within the family business, he exhibits emotions and thoughts that challenge the boundaries of what it means to be human. The series delves into themes of love, identity, and familial conflict, ultimately posing the question: what truly defines our humanity?

Filming locations

Filming locations

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  1. 01

    Ikseon-dong Hanok Village

    익선동 한옥거리
    Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea서울 종로구 익선동

    Ikseon-dong is known for its traditional hanok houses and vibrant atmosphere, making it a popular filming location.

    On the other hand, starting today, many people are curious about the filming locations for "I Am Human." It is said that filming took place in places such as Cheonggyecheon in Seoul, the Hanok Village in Ikseon-dong, the Naksan Park Fortress Trail, the café street in Seongsu-dong, and the Paju Drama Set.
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  2. 02

    Naksan Park

    낙산공원
    41 Naksan-gil, Jongno-gu, Jongno, Seoul, Gyeonggi-do서울 종로구 낙산길 41

    Naksan Park offers stunning views of the city and is a popular spot for both locals and tourists.

    On the other hand, starting today, many people are curious about the filming locations for "I Am Human." It is said that filming took place in places such as Cheonggyecheon in Seoul, the Hanok Village in Ikseon-dong, the Naksan Park Fortress Trail, the café street in Seongsu-dong, and the Paju Drama Set.
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  3. 03

    Everland

    에버랜드
    199 Everland-ro, Pogok-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do경기 용인시 처인구 포곡읍 에버랜드로 199

    Everland is a large amusement park in Yongin, known for its thrilling rides and beautiful gardens.

    It looks like Yongin Everland, the amusement park, is also mentioned!
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  4. 04

    Suamgol Mural Village

    수암골 벽화마을
    58 Suam-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do충북 청주시 상당구 수암로 58

    This is where Eun-ho enjoys the vibrant streets and cafes of human life. It is also famous for its night view overlooking Cheongju city.

    The charming alleys and cafes where Eun-ho enjoyed the human world in the drama served as the backdrop. It is also famous for its night view, which offers a panoramic view of downtown Cheongju, allowing you to feel the atmosphere of Eun-ho's hideout in the show.
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  5. 05

    Unridang-gil

    운리단길
    1710 Uncheon-dong, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do충북 청주시 흥덕구 운천동 1710

    A trendy cafe street where Eun-ho showcases her tteokbokki eating scene and enjoys sophisticated human culture.

    Eunho showcases tteokbokki eating broadcasts or enjoys sophisticated human culture in a trendy café street.
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Details

Production

Broadcast details, runtime, language, and key production credits.

Country
South Korea
Original language
Korean
Episode runtime
35 min
Spoken languages
Korean, Czech
Production companies
  • Monster UnionMonster Union
Creators
Jo Jung-joo
Directors
Cha Yeong-hun차영훈
Writers
Jo Jung-joo

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Characters

Cast & characters

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  • Nam Shin / Nam Shin III
    Nam Shin / Nam Shin III
    Seo Kang-joon서강준

    Nam Shin is the son of a wealthy family that owns a large company, who falls into a coma after an unexpected accident. In his absence, an android named Nam Shin III, created by his mother who is an expert in brain science and artificial intelligence, takes his place while being protected by a bodyguard named So-Bong.

  • Kang So-Bong
    Kang So-Bong
    Gong Seung-yeon공승연

    Kang So-Bong is the bodyguard of the android Nam Shin III, who is created to resemble her comatose employer, Nam Shin. As she protects the android, she becomes entangled in the complex dynamics of identity and emotion.

  • Ji Young-Hoon
    Ji Young-Hoon
    Lee Jun-hyuk이준혁
  • Seo Ye-Na
    Seo Ye-Na
    Park Hwan-Hee박환희
  • Oh Ro-Ra
    Oh Ro-Ra
    Kim Sung-ryung김성령

    Oh Ro-Ra is an expert in brain science and artificial intelligence, and she is the mother of Nam Shin. After her son falls into a coma, she creates an android named Nam Shin III that resembles him and assigns a bodyguard, So-Bong, to protect the android.

  • Seo Jong-Gil
    Seo Jong-Gil
    Yu Oh-seong유오성
  • Nam Gun-Ho
    Nam Gun-Ho
    Park Young-kyu박영규
  • David
    David
    Choi Deok-moon최덕문
  • Nam Ho-Yeon
    Nam Ho-Yeon
    Kim Hye-eun김혜은
  • Kang Jae-Sik
    Kang Jae-Sik
    Kim Won-hae김원해
  • Reporter Jo
    Reporter Jo
    Kim Hyun-sook김현숙
  • Jo In-Tae
    Jo In-Tae
    Oh Hee-jun오희준
  • RoboCop
    RoboCop
    Cha Yeob차엽
  • Ko Chang-Jo
    Ko Chang-Jo
    Chae Dong-hyeon채동현
  • Hwang Ji-Yong
    Hwang Ji-Yong
    Cha In-Ha
  • Secretary Park
    Secretary Park
    Cho Jae-ryong조재룡

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Actors

Lead actors

Lead performer biographies and notable credits.

Seo Kang-joon

Seo Kang-joonas Nam Shin / Nam Shin III

서강준
1993-10-12 · Gunpo, Gyeonggi, South Korea

Seo Kang-joon, born Lee Seung-hwan on October 12, 1993, is a prominent South Korean actor and former singer best known for his engaging performances in various television dramas. He first rose to fame as a member of the idol group 5urprise, which helped him build a solid foundation in the entertainment industry. His breakthrough role came in the popular series "Cheese in the Trap" (2016), where he captivated audiences with his charm and acting prowess. Following his initial success, Seo Kang-joon continued to expand his repertoire with notable performances in series such as "Are You Human?" (2018), "Watcher" (2019), and "When The Weather Is Fine" (2020). His versatility as an actor is evident in his ability to tackle diverse roles, which has earned him a dedicated fanbase. More recently, he has starred in "Grid" (2022) and is set to appear in upcoming projects, including "Undercover High School" (2025) and "Boyfriend on Demand" (2026). With each new role, Seo Kang-joon continues to solidify his position as a leading figure in the K-drama landscape.

Gong Seung-yeon

Gong Seung-yeonas Kang So-Bong

공승연
1993-02-27 · Seoul, South Korea

Gong Seung-yeon, born Yoo Seung-yeon on February 27, 1993, is a prominent South Korean actress recognized for her diverse roles in both film and television. She made her mark in the entertainment industry with notable performances in productions such as the critically acclaimed film "Aloners" (2021), where her talent was widely acknowledged. Her television career features a variety of characters in popular series, including "Six Flying Dragons" (2015–2016), "The Master of Revenge" (2016), and "Introverted Boss" (2017). Gong's versatility is evident in projects like "Circle" (2017) and "Are You Human?" (2018), as well as her role in the historical drama "Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency" (2018). More recently, she has appeared in "Bulgasal: Immortal Souls" (2021–2022) and "The First Responders" (2022–2023), further establishing her reputation as a talented actress. Looking ahead, she is set to star in the upcoming series "Perfect Crown" (2026), signaling her continued presence in the K-drama landscape.

Lee Jun-hyuk

Lee Jun-hyukas Ji Young-Hoon

이준혁
1984-03-13 · Seoul, South Korea

Lee Jun-hyuk is a prominent South Korean actor known for his versatile performances across various genres in film and television. With a career that showcases his talent and dedication to the craft, he has become a familiar face in the South Korean entertainment industry. Throughout his career, Lee Jun-hyuk has appeared in numerous television dramas and films, earning recognition for his ability to portray a wide range of characters. His work has resonated with audiences, contributing to the popularity of the projects he has been involved in. As he continues to take on new roles, Lee maintains a strong presence in the ever-evolving landscape of K-drama and cinema.

Kim Sung-ryung

Kim Sung-ryungas Oh Ro-Ra

김성령
1967-02-08 · Seoul, South Korea

Kim Sung-ryung is a prominent South Korean actress known for her versatility and charm. Born on February 8, 1967, she first gained national attention after winning the Miss Korea beauty pageant in 1988, subsequently representing her country at the Miss Universe 1989 competition. Her career began in the entertainment industry as a reporter on KBS's showbiz news program, Entertainment Weekly, where she honed her skills in front of the camera. Kim made her film debut in 1991 with a notable role in Kang Woo-suk's "Who Saw the Dragon's Claws?" and transitioned to television in the following years, quickly establishing herself as a talented actress. After a brief hiatus from film, she returned to the silver screen in 2007 with acclaimed performances in "Shadows in the Palace" and "Rainbow Eyes." As she matured into her forties, Kim garnered widespread recognition for her roles in popular dramas such as "You're Beautiful," "The Chaser," "Yawang," "The Heirs," and "Flower of Queen," solidifying her status as a beloved figure in the South Korean entertainment landscape.

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Episode guide

Episodes

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  1. I've Missed You Very Much
    Ep 1I've Missed You Very Much
    2018-06-04 · 34 min

    After Oh Laura loses her son, Nam Sin, to her father in law, Nam Gun Ho, she creates an AI robot that looks exactly like Nam Sin. Nam Sin grows up to as the heir of a rich conglomerate, PK group. He is infamous within the society for his reckless acts. However, he has no intentions of following his grandfather’s footsteps and runs away.

  2. He'll Come Back Someday
    Ep 2He'll Come Back Someday
    2018-06-04 · 29 min

    Nam Sin goes to Czech Republic to find his mother, Oh Laura. Oh Laura goes to the market with Namsin. At the market, both Nam Sin and Namsin, the robot, are shocked to see each other. Meanwhile, Seo Jong Gil orders a man to assault Nam Sin to get rid of him and take PK group for himself.

  3. Who Are You?
    Ep 3Who Are You?
    2018-06-05 · 35 min

    Young Hoon, Sin’s personal secretary, follows Sin into Czech Republic. After seeing Nam Sin in a coma and Oh Laura taking care of him, Young Hoon feels shocked. Meanwhile, Gun Ho, the CEO of PK group, tries to fill in for Sin’s presentation of their Driverless Car Project, but Mr. Seo gives the presentation instead.

  4. Disaster Mode
    Ep 4Disaster Mode
    2018-06-05 · 27 min

    So Bong barges into the presentation room and tries to argue with Nam Sin, but she fails. She tries to argue with him again at a club with Ms. Jo’s help, but that is stopped too. However, a fire breaks out at the club. So Bong ends up stuck beneath collapsed debris, but Namsin helps her out.

  5. Hero
    Ep 5Hero
    2018-06-11 · 32 min

    Namsin gets praised as a hero after saving people’s lives at the fire accident. However, as the ambulance takes him, Laura stops the ambulance and takes him elsewhere. After hearing this, Jong Gil gets suspicious and barges into the operation room where Namsin is.

  6. Who Is This Person?
    Ep 6Who Is This Person?
    2018-06-11 · 33 min

    So Bong asks Namsin to take her in as his personal bodyguard, and Namsin decides to take her in. However, Namsin and Young Hoon are still suspicious about her, so they keep an eye out for her. Meanwhile, So Bong follows Young Hoon to PK hospital after hearing his conversation on the phone.

  7. Why Are You Here?
    Ep 7Why Are You Here?
    2018-06-12 · 31 min

    So Bong is shocked to see there is another person that looks just like Nam Sin. She reports to Mr. Seo, but he only cares about taking Nam Sin, Laura, and Young Hoon out of his way. Meanwhile, So Bong gets sure about what she saw and sets up a plan with Ms. Jo to get evidence to prove that she was right.

  8. I'm Sorry
    Ep 8I'm Sorry
    2018-06-12 · 32 min

    Namsin makes So Bong think that she was mistaken. Meanwhile, the test driving of the driverless car is held in front of many reporters. However, as Sin and So Bong follow the driverless vehicle, they realize that something has gone terribly wrong.

  9. Uncanny Valley
    Ep 9Uncanny Valley
    2018-06-18 · 30 min

    So Bong is shocked to learn that a robot has been pretending to be Nam Sin. Young Hoon tries to persuade her to keep the secret about Namsin3 and Nam Sin. However, So Bong insists that she should meet Mr. Seo. Meanwhile, Laura tells Young Hoon not to let Namsin get near the driverless car.

  10. Please Help Me
    Ep 10Please Help Me
    2018-06-18 · 33 min

    So Bong has found out the true identity of Namsin3, but he treats her like a friend. The more he does that, So Bong becomes uncomfortable. In the end, she tries to leave PK group and Namsin. Meanwhile, the chairman rushes his plans to make Nam Sin and Ye Na get married to each other.

  11. What Must I Trust?
    Ep 11What Must I Trust?
    2018-06-25 · 31 min

    So Bong is shocked to be suddenly kissed by Namsin3. In the end, she realizes that Namsin had no bad intentions on this action and decides to continue helping him. However, Ye Na becomes jealous of this and tries to start living with Nam Sin’s house. Meanwhile, So Bong tells Mr. Seo about Ye Na to get rid of her.

  12. Dementia
    Ep 12Dementia
    2018-07-25 · 31 min

    Jong Gil overhears Chairman Nam throwing a fit as his dementia kicks in, so he tries to confirm what he overheard. Young Hoon asks Ye Na to find out if Jong Gil is sure about what he had heard and tells Namsin. Meanwhile, Jong Gil tries to confirm what he heard by threatening Ho Yun with her child.

  13. What Are You Expecting?
    Ep 13What Are You Expecting?
    2018-07-03 · 32 min

    Namsin tells Chairman Nam that he doesn’t have dementia. Jong Gil becomes sure that Chairman Nam has dementia and tells So Bong to stay silent about it. Meanwhile, Namsin finds out about Hee Dong’s secret and offers a deal to Ho Yun. However, Namsin gets in trouble as he becomes unable to resupply his battery on time.

  14. Top Priority
    Ep 14Top Priority
    2018-07-03 · 29 min

    Everyone is surprised as Ye Na suddenly steps up and rushes getting married with Nam Sin. So Bong’s father hears about this and visits PK Group out of anger. Meanwhile, So Bong feels uncomfortable as Ye Na keeps mistreating Namsin. This makes her step up to stop Ye Na from mistreating Namsin.

  15. Rules
    Ep 15Rules
    2018-07-03 · 33 min

    Chairman Nam finds Laura and tries to persuade her. However, Laura strongly rejects doing anything for Chairman Nam, so Chairman Nam keeps an eye on her just in case. Meanwhile, everybody is surprised to see that Namsin is showing unexpected behavior. This causes Ye Na to take a step further in rushing her wedding.

  16. He Was All by Himself
    Ep 16He Was All by Himself
    2018-07-03 · 29 min

    Laura and Young Hoon only care about the human, Nam Sin. However, So Bong thinks that is unfair for Namsin even if he’s just a robot. Jong Gil starts to suspect So Bong and gives her a warning and one last mission. Meanwhile, Namsin goes out to find So Bong as he can’t find her location since her phone gets turned off.

  17. Another Method
    Ep 17Another Method
    2018-07-09 · 31 min

    Namsin starts to think and act on his own after So Bong leaves him. Laura becomes worried that Namsin’s identity as a robot might get revealed as he starts to continue to show unexpected actions. This makes her meet So Bong herself. Meanwhile, Jong Gil’s agent follows Laura and finds out that So Bong might be deeply involved with her.

  18. Let Me Borrow Him
    Ep 18Let Me Borrow Him
    2018-07-09 · 30 min

    So Bong just can’t forget about Namsin after turning her back on him. She ends up visiting Laura’s hideout to meet him. Namsin is very happy to see her again, but So Bong only tells him that he should do as Laura and Young Hoon tells him to do. Meanwhile, Jong Gil sends out his agent to find out what secrets So Bong holds.

  19. Friend
    Ep 19Friend
    2018-07-10 · 33 min

    Namsin leaves the wedding ceremony on his own to save So Bong. After saving So Bong, he chases after Jong Gil’s agent. Laura become furious because Namsin keeps getting out of control. Meanwhile, Laura and Young Hoon are shocked to hear that Nam Sin isn’t showing any progress and is becoming a lost case.

  20. Will You Kill Him?
    Ep 20Will You Kill Him?
    2018-07-10 · 27 min

    Jong Gil gets more and more suspicious about the true identity of Namsin. Namsin tries to know more about So Bong after becoming friends with her. Laura is troubled as Namsin gets completely out of her control. Meanwhile, something happens at the hideout while nobody is looking.

  21. I Still Can't Believe It
    Ep 21I Still Can't Believe It
    2018-07-16 · 32 min

    Laura is overwhelmed with joy as she finds out that Sin is getting better. However, she gets more nervous as Namsin continues to make decisions on his own. Ms. Jo tells So Bong that she has a video of Namsin breaking down a car with his bare hands and demands answers to her questions. Meanwhile, Laura tries to hide the truth about Sin getting better from So Bong and Namsin.

  22. Did You Think I Wouldn't Find You?
    Ep 22Did You Think I Wouldn't Find You?
    2018-07-16 · 29 min

    So Bong is upset to see Namsin continuing to listen to Laura without knowing that he has a kill switch installed in himself. Jong Gil finds where Ye Na is and tries to get into Laura’s house. However, this causes Ye Na to panic and do whatever she can to keep Jong Gil away from Nam Sin.

  23. Our Secret
    Ep 23Our Secret
    2018-07-17 · 30 min

    So Bong confesses her love at the presentation, but unexpected events continue to occur. Nam Sin sees Laura after 20 years, but he acts coldly to her since he is angry about the very existence of Namsin3. Meanwhile, So Bong tries to negotiate with Laura to take away the kill switch from her.

  24. Is This Jealousy?
    Ep 24Is This Jealousy?
    2018-07-17 · 31 min

    After hearing So Bong’s love confession, Namsin tries harder to understand and feel emotions. However, Sin is more frustrated after meeting Namsin and starts to wonder what Laura really thinks about Namsin. Meanwhile, So Bong’s dad, Jae Shik, is shocked to realize that his daughter is in love with a robot.

  25. Liar
    Ep 25Liar
    2018-07-23 · 31 min

    Nam Sin becomes more and more angry as he gets rejected by So Bong and realizes how Laura really feels about Namsin. This makes him call Jong Gil to the hideout. Namsin and So Bong return to their daily lives. Meanwhile, Chairman Nam invites Namsin to discuss about when and how he will give him his position.

  26. Want
    Ep 26Want
    2018-07-23 · 30 min

    Nam Sin knows that everyone has done what they did for his own good, but he gets so angry that he says harsh things to Young Hoon. Chairman Nam offers his position to Young Hoon to see what he thinks, but Young Hoon’s reply wasn’t what he expected. Meanwhile, So Bong decides to never leave Namsin’s side.

  27. Where Is It?
    Ep 27Where Is It?
    2018-07-24 · 30 min

    Nam Sin feels threatened by the robot Namsin and decides to go to work even if he hasn’t fully recovered yet. So Bong continues to work as Nam Sin’s bodyguard to protect Namsin. However, Nam Sin has his own reasons to go to work. He tries to find something without telling even Young Hoon about it.

  28. What's Your Problem?
    Ep 28What's Your Problem?
    2018-07-24 · 31 min

    Nam Sin becomes angrier as he continues to find Namsin’s traces everywhere he goes. He tries to get rid of such traces and find a way to make Namsin get in trouble. Chairman Nam calls Namsin, and Namsin visits David after hearing shocking news. Meanwhile, Nam Sin overhears the conversation between Namsin and David.

  29. Manual Mode
    Ep 29Manual Mode
    2018-07-30 · 33 min

    Nam Sin becomes furious as he realizes that Chairman Nam has known that he had been replaced by a robot. His anger leads him to ask Laura if there would be any way for him to destroy Namsin. Laura tries to avoid the situation, but she ends up giving him access to the manual mode as he demands.

  30. The Rule
    Ep 30The Rule
    2018-07-30 · 27 min

    Jong Gil calls out Nam Sin by saying he has something to tell him. Another error occurs in Namsin’s system, and he sees a hallucination of So Bong. This makes him unbearable to hold back anymore, so he goes to see So Bong. Meanwhile, Nam Sin tries to get back at Chairman Nam after hearing a recorded message from Jong Gil.

  31. Willing To Help Me
    Ep 31Willing To Help Me
    2018-07-31 · 29 min

    Nam Sin abuses the manual mode and makes Namsin attack Chairman Nam. However, things don’t go as Sin has planned. Jong Gil overhears that Chairman Nam really does have dementia and tries to come up with another plan by pretending to help Nam Sin. Meanwhile, Young Hoon is furious that Nam Sin had tried to kill his own grandfather, and Laura becomes desperate as Nam Sin keeps going too far.

  32. Another Nam Sin
    Ep 32Another Nam Sin
    2018-07-31 · 32 min

    Nam Sin makes Chairman Nam sign the stock transfer agreement papers and becomes the new chairman of PK Group. However, Young Hoon suddenly returns to Nam Sin’s side and blocks of Jong Gil. After returning, Young Hoon carefully sets up a plan to make things go back to where they belong. Meanwhile, Laura is invited to the company by Nam Sin.

  33. There's No Need to Hide Anymore
    Ep 33There's No Need to Hide Anymore
    2018-08-06 · 32 min

    Namsin3 reveals his identity at the company meeting. Everyone in the room is surprised, but they leave with satisfaction after hearing about his plans for M-City. Nam Sin becomes furious as he realizes that everyone including Young Hoon has tricked him and stabbed him in the back. Meanwhile, David tells So Bong that tomorrow is Namsin3’s birthday.

  34. Mom Will Handle This
    Ep 34Mom Will Handle This
    2018-08-06 · 29 min

    So Bong prepares a surprise party for Namsin3. Jae Shik takes Namsin3 to a spa, and Namsin3 picks up his gift for So Bong. Nam Sin finds the kill switch and tries to destroy Namsin3, but Laura gets a call from Ye Na and tries to stop him. Meanwhile, Jong Gil finds out that Nam Sin, Namsin3, and Laura is heading to a construction site and follows them.

  35. Charged With Murder
    Ep 35Charged With Murder
    2018-08-07 · 28 min

    Namsin3 gets framed for murdering Laura and goes into hiding with So Bong. Nam Sin get heartbroken by hearing that his mother is dead. Ye Na’s instincts tell her that something is suspicious about her father, Jong Gil, and tries to find out what it is. Meanwhile, Jong Gil visits the office and meets Young Hoon.

  36. My Robot
    Ep 36My Robot
    2018-08-07 · 33 min

    Namsin3 realizes that the kill switch has been reactivated and tells David about it. So Bong ends up finding out about this as well and tries to stop Namsin3, but Namsin3 insists that he must save Nam Sin. Meanwhile, everyone is out to search Namsin3 and Nam Sin, but Jong Gil refuses to give up so easily.

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