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Free Hugs
Free Hugs

Free Hugs

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DramaComedyRomance

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A jaded Office Lady’s perspective on life is thwarted when she runs into her ex, an Ah Beng giving out free hugs to strangers.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

7 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

13 August 2023

Country

Singapore

Cast

Gwen Toh

Gwen Toh

Office Lady

Jason Kuah

Jason Kuah

Ah Beng

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