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Deng Lun (simplified Chinese: 邓伦; traditional Chinese: 鄧倫; born 21 October 1992), also known as Allen Deng, is a Chinese actor, singer and businessman. He made his acting debut in the romance drama Flowers in Fog (2012).[1] He also starred in the series Because of Meeting You (2017) and Ashes of Love (2018).

Key Information

Early life and education

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Deng Lun was born in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province.[2][3] His parents were reportedly in the military. He grew up with his grandparents and continues to spend time with his grandmother.[3] In 2011, he graduated from the Performance Department of Shanghai Theatre Academy.[2][3]

Career

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Deng Lun was recognized by China Central Television (CCTV) for his outstanding performance in Faith Makes Great: Tianhe (2021).[4] Among the 'Post-90s Generation' of Chinese actors, he holds a string of viewership records, including the distinction of being the actor with the most television series achieving ratings over 1%. His five dramas (Because of Meeting You, Sweet Dreams, Ashes of Love, My True Friend, and Mr. Fighting) have all surpassed this benchmark. He is the only actor from the 'Post-90s Generation' to have two leading roles in dramas that rank among the Top 10 highest-rated series on CCTV.[5]

2012–2016: Beginnings

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In 2012, Deng Lun was picked by Chiung Yao to star in the romance series Flowers in Fog. Deng Lun played opposite Yang Zi (Bai Menghua) as Xu Hao. The drama aired in 2013, marking his debut.[6]

In 2014, Deng Lun was featured in the period drama Moment in Peking. He played the female lead Yao Mulan's younger brother Yao Afei.[7]

In 2015, Deng Lun starred in the urban family comedy series Dad to be Married, in which he played the ideal and aspiring big boy Su Da, watching over his half-sister and helping her find true love. He also co-starred with Sun Yi in the urban sitcom Love Upper Lot, playing the role of Sun Xiaofei, a business administration graduate with a fair-looking, shy and unsociable character. In the same year, Deng Lun began filming for Promise of Migratory Birds and the historical mythical drama Investiture of the Gods, his first historical drama. He also worked on two more drama projects, Brotherhood in War and White Deer Plain.

In 2016, Deng Lun co-starred with Zhang Ruoyun and Sun Yi in Promise of Migratory Birds, an urban youth idol drama adapted from the novel of the same name, playing the second male lead Liu Qianren who is cold in appearance but warm in heart.[8] Deng Lun also appeared in the urban drama Super Cinderella, playing the female lead Du Qihua's younger brother, Du Qitian.[9] In the same year, Deng Lun filmed the urban drama Graduation Season with Krystal Jung.[10] He also began working on three more new TV series, Because of Meeting You, Princess Agents and Ode to Joy 2. On December 10, Deng Lun won the ‘Trending Young Actor of the Year’ award at the 10th Tencent Video Star Awards for his performance in Promise of Migratory Birds.[11]

2017: Rising popularity

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On March 2, the family series Because of Meeting You was premiered, with Deng Lun again starring with Sun Yi. The series’ ratings soared to No.1 throughout its broadcast, winning the national TV series concurrent viewership ratings with an average of 1.93% in 52 cities and an average of 3.26% on the national network, the highest ratings for a single episode exceeded 5%, and the number of online broadcasts surpassing the 7 billion mark. Because of Meeting You became the biggest dark horse of TV dramas in 2017.[12] This drama set the record-ratings with an all-time series high.[13]

On April 16, broadcast began for the critically acclaimed period drama White Deer Plain. Deng Lun gained recognition for his performance as the supporting role Lu Zhaohai, winning the Breakthrough Actor award at Weibo TV Drama Awards. He also won 2017's Popular Artist award at the 6th iQIYI Scream Night Awards Ceremony.[14] On May 11, the metropolitan romance series Ode to Joy 2 began premiering. Deng Lun played Xie Tong, a rising musician in his early twenties opposite Qiao Xin. Deng Lun also contributed two singles to the series' soundtrack.[15] On June 5, the historical action drama Princess Agents was premiered, with Deng starring opposite Zhao Liying.[16] With an average audience rating of 1.741% and a market share of 10.84%, the drama was ranked as the champion of weekly dramas in 2017–2018.

Deng Lun continued working on new series. Blossom in Heart's filming began in February, Ashes of Love in June, and Sweet Dreams in October.

2018: Breakthrough

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In March, Deng Lun participated in Who's the Keyman, a 13-episode variety game show that challenged the players' strength in deductive reasoning. Deng Lun went on to win the season's 'Almighty Reasoning King' title. He is widely known to excel in logical reasoning.[17]

In May, Deng Lun began filming for the TV series My True Friend alongside Angelababy. On June 25, the romance drama Sweet Dreams was premiered. Deng Lun starred as the male lead opposite Dilraba Dilmurat.[18] The series' concurrent viewership ratings 'broke 1%', with an average of 1.018% in 52 cities. Sweet Dreams was one of the Top 20 highest rated dramas in 2018. The series reached 6 billion views before the drama wrapped its run.[19] His romance drama Ashes of Love began premiering from August 2 – September 4, with Deng reuniting and co-starring with Yang Zi.[20] Since the broadcast, the series' ratings climbed to No.1, the concurrent viewership ratings of 52 Cities 'broke 1.3%', and the highest view count for a single day was 41,208,066 views on September 2. The series reached 100 million views in just 15 minutes after the broadcast of the first episode.[21] Ashes of Love became 2018 summer vacation's national ratings champion.

In October, Deng Lun began filming for the drama Mr. Fighting. In the same month, he filmed for the variety show Treasure in the Forbidden City, China's first cultural innovation reality show for The Palace Museum, serving as the host and The Forbidden City's Cultural and Creative New Product Development Officer. The show hit No.1 on TV premiere and dual smartphone networks, No.1 in the country for TV ratings, and No.1 in popularity on the entire network.[22]

Deng Lun also contributed songs for Treasure in the Forbidden City, as well as Sweet Dreams and Ashes of Love series' soundtracks. Starring as the male lead in two 2018's highly rated TV series Sweet Dreams and Ashes of Love ushered in the peak of Deng Lun's acting career. Ashes of Love became a commercial success with high ratings and positive reviews both domestically and internationally. Deng Lun received widespread acclaim for his performance and experienced a surge in popularity.[23]

2019-2022: Mainstream popularity

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On February 4, Deng Lun participated in CCTV New Year's Gala for the first time, he performed the song "I Strive in Happiness" next to William Chan and Jackie Chan.[24] On March 30, Deng Lun appeared as a resident member in the escape room themed series Great Escape (China). Investiture of the Gods, the historical mystical drama filmed four years ago, finally received an airdate on April 8. Deng Lun was 23 when he played the role of the bewitching nine-tailed fox demon king Zi Xu.[25] The series' concurrent viewership ratings 'broke 1%', with an average of 1.061% in 55 cities.

On May 19, My True Friend began premiering.[26] The series' concurrent viewership ratings 'broke 1%', with an average of 1.093% in 55 cities. Deng Lun's performance in the heart-warming series earned him a nomination for 'Best Actor in a Leading Role' at the Asian Television Awards and 'Best Actor (Emerald Category)' at the 6th Actors of China Awards Ceremony; the series won 'Special Award for Overseas Drama' at the 13th Tokyo International TV Drama Festival. On July 31, Mr. Fighting began broadcast. Deng Lun starred in the leading role Hao ZeYu, an actor who tries hard to regain his fame alongside Ma Sichun.[27] Deng Lun also contributed a single to the series' soundtrack. Since its broadcast, the series' real- time broadcast ratings 'broke 2%', and it became the national ratings champion.

On August 19, Deng Lun began filming for The Yin-Yang Master movie in Hengdian World Studios. On October 24, the period romance drama Blossom in Heart began premiering. Deng Lun played the main lead alongside Li Yitong.[28] Blossom in Heart became the broadcast's platform's (MGTV) annual champion. Within the first 24 hours of airing, the viewership broke 200 million views. Deng Lun was the No.1 drama actor on Vlinkage New Media Index.[29]

In mid-June 2020, Deng Lun participated in the anti-epidemic drama With You. Deng Lun played a leading role in one of the chapters titled I am Dalian. Deng Lun's episodes were aired on October 6, with ratings 'breaking 1%' on multiple networks.[30]

On December 25, 2020, The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity film was screened nationwide in China, starring Deng Lun as warrior Boya and Mark Chao as Qingming. This was Deng Lun's first movie; his acting skills were well received by the public. The film was a box office success as it raked in a record of ¥452 million 10 days after its official theatrical release.[31] Netflix acquired the international rights, and it was then launched in more than 190 countries and regions.[32]

On December 28, 2020, Deng Lun's closing credits soundtrack titled Tomb of Infatuation for the movie The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity hit No.1 on QQ Music, KuGou Music, and DouYin. On January 5–6, 2021, the closing credits soundtrack also hit No.1 on the Asian New Songs Chart. The 'Asian New Songs Chart' is a list of new Asian popular/trending music jointly created by Ali Music, Sina Weibo, Sina Entertainment, and Youku Tudou.[33] It also hit No.1 in Migu Music's first half of 2021 film OST ranking chart. Despite popular demand, he is unwilling to pursue singing as it detracts him from his acting career; for that, he is popularly known as 'a singer mistaken as an actor'.

On January 7, 2021, the period drama Brotherhood in War filmed in 2016 finally began broadcast on a domestic channel. Deng Lun played Ma ChuXi, the protagonist's adopted brother; he received praise for his acting skills and for accomplishing his complicated role brilliantly.[34]

On July 20, 2021, Deng Lun began filming the drama Night Wanderer with co-star Ni Ni, marking Deng Lun's comeback drama after almost 3 years since 2019. The drama is adapted from the popular novel of the same name by author Zhao Xizhi.[35]

On February 21, 2022, Deng Lun starred in Gucci Love Parade advertisement campaign, becoming the first Chinese artist to appear in Gucci's global ready-to-wear commercial, together with Beanie Feldstein, Jared Leto, Lee Jung-jae, Liu Wen, Miley Cyrus, and Snoop Dogg.[36]

2022-present: Career stoppage

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On March 15, 2022, Deng Lun was fined US$16.6 million for tax evasion, for which he issued an apology on Weibo. His private and official social media accounts were subsequently closed.[37][38][39] Thereafter, he shifted his focus to the hotpot business Fireroom, which he co-founded with childhood friend Guo Jiaxi in 2020.[40] In January 2025, he was featured in Art PDF magazine as a faceless, nameless model.[41]

Endorsements

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He has served as brand ambassador for brands like Bvlgari, L'Oreal, Ralph Lauren, Roger Vivier, and Bally.[42] Within a year, he achieved the grand slam for the "Big 5" men's magazines in China with appearances in Harper's Bazaar Men, GQ, Elle Men, L'Officiel Hommes, and Esquire, another first for the "Post-90s Generation".[43]

Filmography

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Year English title Chinese title Role Notes
2020 The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity 阴阳师:晴雅集 Bo Ya [44] (on Netflix)
TBA The Yin-Yang Master: Retaliation 阴阳师:泷夜曲

Television series (drama)

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Year English title Chinese title Role Network Notes
2013 Flowers in Fog 花非花雾非雾 Xu Hao Hunan TV
2014 Moment in Peking 新京华烟云 Yao A'fei Shanghai TV
2015 Dad to be Married 待嫁老爸 Su Da Hubei TV [45]
Sign Love / Love Actually / Love Upperlot 爱情上上签 Sun Xiaofei Ningbo TV [46]
2016 Promise of Migratory Birds 十五年等待候鸟 Liu Qianren Hunan TV
2017 Magic Star 奇星记之鲜衣怒马少年时 Lord Youran Youku [47] Cameo
Because of Meeting You 因為遇見你 Li Yunkai Hunan TV
White Deer Plain 白鹿原 Lu Zhaohai Anhui TV, Jiangsu TV
Ode to Joy 2 欢乐颂2 Xie Tong Dragon TV, Zhejiang TV
Princess Agents 特工皇妃楚乔传 Xiao Ce Hunan TV Special appearance
2018 Sweet Dreams 一千零一夜 Bo Hai Hunan TV
Ashes of Love 香蜜沉沉烬如霜 Xu Feng Jiangsu TV (on Netflix)
2019 Investiture of the Gods 封神演义 Fox Demon King Zixu Hunan TV [48]
My True Friend 我的真朋友 Shao Pengcheng Dragon TV, Zhejiang TV
Mr. Fighting 加油,你是最棒的 Hao Zeyu Hunan TV
Blossom in Heart 海棠经雨胭脂透 Lang Yuexuan Mango TV
2020 Skate into Love 冰糖炖雪梨 Xu Feng Jiangsu TV, Zhejiang TV [49] Cameo
Together / With You: I Am Dalian 在一起: 我叫大连 Song Xiaoqiang Dragon TV
2021 Brotherhood in War / Loving the Earth 燃情大地 / 战火狼烟 Ma Chuxi Shanxi TV
Faith Makes Great: Tianhe 理想照耀中国: 天河 Wu Zutai Hunan TV A special drama dedicated to the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the CCP
TBA Super Cinderella 超级灰姑娘 / 叫我灰姑娘 Du QiTian - Filming completed in 2014
TBA Graduation Season 毕业季 An Jingchen Tencent Video Filming completed on 2016
TBA Night Wanderer 夜旅人 Sheng Qingrang IQiyi Filming completed on 13 November 2021

Variety shows

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Year English title Chinese title Role Notes
2017 King Cross/Crossover Singer Season 2 跨界歌王2 Contestant Ep.9, 10, 12
White Deer Plain Opening Ceremony on A Bright World 世界青年说 白鹿原 开播盛典 Cast member 13 April 2017
Where Are We Going, Dad? Season 5 爸爸去哪儿第五季 Intern father [50]
Ode to Joy2 Opening Concert 欢乐颂2 开播演唱会完整版 Performer (duet with Qiao Xin) "Our Small World" (我们的小世界) and "Love What I Love" (爱我所爱)
Hunan Satellite TV New Year's Eve Concert 2018湖南卫视跨年演唱会 Performer 31 December 2017 (solo) "Stable Happiness" (稳稳的幸福) and "Wings" (翅膀)
2018 Zhejiang Satellite TV Spring Festival 浙江卫视春季盛典 Performer 31 March 2018 (solo) "Tempting Heart" (心动) and "All About You" (全部都是你)
Who's the Keyman 我是大侦探 Resident member [51]
Super Penguin League Season 3 超级企鹅联盟S3 Contestant (’Brothers’ team captain) Ep.4-6
Shake It Up 新舞林大会 Contestant Ep.6 (26 August 2018)
The Letter 一封家书 Member Ep.9
Trust in China 信中国 Narrator Ep.7
Who's The Murderer Season 4 明星大侦探4 Member Ep.3
Revival Of The Palace Museum / Treasure in the Forbidden City 上新了·故宫 Host and The Forbidden City's Cultural and Creative New Product Development Officer [52]
DragonTV New Year's Eve Concert 2019 东方跨年盛典 20181231 Performer (solo) "Young and Promising" (年少有为)
2019 2019 CCTV Spring Festival Gala 2019央视春晚 Performer (trios with Jackie Chan, Chen WeiTing) – "I Strive in Happiness" (我奋斗 我幸福)
Great Escape Season 1 密室大逃脱1 Resident member [53]
Game On 我要打篮球 'Flash' team captain [54]
Jeremy Lin 3rd Annual All Star Game 林书豪明星赛 Contestant [55] 10 August 2019
Revival Of The Palace Museum / Treasure in the Forbidden City 2 上新了·故宫2 Host and The Forbidden City's Cultural and Creative New Product Development Officer [56]
2020 Go Fighting! Season 6 极限挑战6 Resident member
Super Show 618超级秀 Performer (trios with Guo JingFei, Jia NaiLiang) - "The Younger Me" (少年), Go Fighting! Season 6 (group performance) - "Fighting Fighting Go"
Go Fighting Treasure Tour: Three Districts and Three States Charity Season 极限挑战宝藏行·三区三州公益季 Resident member Ep.4,[57] 5[58]
Great Escape Season 2 密室大逃脱2 Resident member
Great Escape vs Sisters Who Make Waves 密室大逃脱 X 乘风破浪的姐姐 Resident member [59] Special episode
Revival Of The Palace Museum / Treasure in the Forbidden City 3 上新了·故宫3 Host and The Forbidden City's Cultural and Creative New Product Development Officer [60]
Dunk Of China Season 3 这!就是灌篮3 Manager [61]
2021 Go Fighting! Season 7 极限挑战7 Resident member [62]
Great Escape Season 3 密室大逃脱3 Resident member
The Young The Flowering / 28-Year-Old You 28岁的你 Member A special program dedicated to the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the CCP - Ep.1 (30 May 2021)
Yangtze River Delta: Go Fighting Password 潮涌长三角: 小专题《极限密码》 Go Fighting resident member A special program dedicated to the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the CCP (27 June 2021), Go Fighting! Season 7 (group performance) - adapted version of "Fighting Fighting Go"
Great Journey: Breaking Dawn 中国共产党成立100周年文艺演出《伟大征程:破晓》 Performer A theatrical performance to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the CCP (七一晚会 1 July 2021)
2022 Who's the Murderer Season 7 明星大侦探7 Member Ep.5-6

Discography

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Year English title Chinese title Album Ref./Notes
2017 "The Sky is Dark" 天已黑 Ode to Joy 2 OST [63]
"Love What I Love" 爱我所爱 [64]
2018 "Flowers Stay Silent" 花不语 Sweet Dreams OST [65]
"Unparalleled in the World" 天地无霜 Ashes of Love OST [66] Duet with Yang Zi
Solo version
"Revival Of The Palace Museum" / "Treasure in the Forbidden City" 上新了·故宫 Revival Of The Palace Museum / Treasure in the Forbidden City OST [67]
2019 "Youth Beijing" 青春北京 [68] Project for 40th anniversary of economic reform
"I Strive in Happiness" 我奋斗我幸福 Performance for CCTV Spring Gala
"Suddenly I Wanna Love You " 突然想爱你 Mr. Fighting OST
"Waiting For Love" 等爱 Blossom in Heart OST [69]
"Art of Astrology" 牵星术 Revival Of The Palace Museum / Treasure in the Forbidden City 2 OST [70]
2020 "Fighting Fighting Go" Go Fighting S6 Go Fighting S6 Charity Theme Song
"Great Escape" 密室大逃脱 Great Escape 2 Theme Song
"Zi Jin Qiu" 紫禁秋 Revival Of The Palace Museum / Treasure in the Forbidden City 3 OST
"Together / With You" 在一起 Together / With You
"Grave of Infatuation" / "Tomb of Infatuation" 痴情冢 The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity OST
2021 "Fighting Fighting Go" (adapted version) 加油加油冲 Yangtze River Delta: Go Fighting Password An adapted version of "Fighting Fighting Go" in the special program Yangtze River Delta: Go Fighting Password (潮涌长三角:极限密码) dedicated to the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the CCP

Voice over

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Year English title Chinese title Role Notes
2018 Revival Of The Palace Museum / Treasure in the Forbidden City Season 1: Emperor Shunzhi's Love Letter 上新了·故宫: 顺治御制董鄂后行状 Reciter [71] Deng Lun recites the love poem written by the Emperor Shunzhi to Concubine Dong E
2019 Autonavi Navigation (App) / Amap 高德地图 (App) Deng Lun's voice navigation [72] Deng Lun provided road users with voice-guided GPS navigation under the app's celebrity voice navigation feature
Behind The Mask Season 1 面具之下1 Case presenter / Lin Che (林彻) Audio story (Ximalaya/Himalaya App) (喜马拉雅 App)
’Coco‘ Disney Pixar animation 邓伦配音的寻梦环游记 Narrator Deng Lun provided audio description for the visually impaired - a public welfare project: ‘Movie Dreams for the Visually Impaired’
Zhu Shenghao's Love Letter 朗诵朱生豪的情书 Reciter Deng Lun recites a love letter written by Zhu Shenghao to his lover
2020 Behind The Mask Season 2 面具之下2 Case presenter / Lin Che (林彻) [73] Audio story (Ximalaya/Himalaya App) (喜马拉雅 App)
Deng Lun x Dear Basketball x Kobe 邓伦x亲爱的篮球x科比 Reciter [74] Deng Lun recites 'Dear Basketball' to pay respect to his idol Kobe Bryant
2021 China - Guanlong 纪录片: 中国 之 关陇 (中国群星配音版 ·邓伦) Narrator [75] China's various artists dubbing edition – Deng Lun narrates the story of Yuwentai Suchuo, who worked together to innovate and lead the Guanlong Group to revitalize the Western Wei Dynasty

Awards and nominations

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Year Event Category Category in Chinese Nominated work Result Notes
2016 10th Tencent Video Star Awards Trending Young Actor 年度青春大势艺人奖 Promise of Migratory Birds Won
2017 Weibo TV Drama Awards Breakthrough Actor 年度突破艺人奖 White Deer Plain Won [76]
14th Esquire Man At His Best Awards Most Promising Actor 年度最具潜力演员奖 N/a Won
6th iQIYI Scream Night Awards Ceremony Popular Artist Award 年度人气艺人 N/a Won
2018 9th China TV Drama Awards 2017 Rising Actor 年度新晋男演员 N/a Won
3rd China Quality TV Drama Awards Charismatic Young Drama Actor 年度青春号召力剧星 Because of Meeting You Won
24th Huading Awards Best Actor (Ancient Drama) 中国古代题材电视剧最佳男演员奖 Ashes of Love Nominated
7th iQIYI Scream Night Awards Ceremony Popular Drama Actor 年度戏剧人气艺人 Won
15th Esquire Man At His Best Awards (MAHB) TV Drama Actor 年度电视剧演员 N/a Won
12th Tencent Video Starlight Awards Popular TV Drama Actor in a Leading Role 年度人气电视剧男主角 N/a Won
Sohu Fashion Awards China TV Drama Male Star 年度国剧男明星 N/a Won
2019 Weibo Awards Ceremony Weibo Popular Artist 微博年度人气艺人 N/a Won
GQ Men of the Year Awards 2019 GQ Goodwill Ambassador 智族GQ公益大使 N/a Won [77]
6th The Actors of China Awards Ceremony Best Actor (Emerald Category) 好演员 My True Friend Nominated [78]
24th Asian Television Awards Best Actor in a Leading Role 最佳男主角 Nominated [79]
Golden Bud - The Fourth Network Film And Television Festival Best Actor 最佳男演员 My True Friend, Mr. Fighting, Blossom in Heart Nominated [80]
2020 7th The Actors of China Awards Ceremony Best Actor (Emerald) 好演员 N/a Nominated [81]
GQ Men of the Year Awards 2020 Motivated Artist 年度向上力量 N/a Won
17th Esquire Man At His Best Awards (MAHB) Most Commercially Valuable Artist of the Year 年度最具商业价值艺人 N/a Won [82]
2021 GQ Men of the Year Awards 2021 Zhizu GQ Annual Role Model 智族GQmoty年度人物 N/a Won
2022 Esquire's 25th Anniversary Gentle Gala Mr. of the Year/Man at His Best 先生之夜幻境星空 N/a Won
7th Global Diplomat Chinese Culture Night Most Popular Actor of the Year 届全球外交官中国文化之夜“最受欢迎男演员 N/a Won

Honors and recognition

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Year Honors and recognition Notes
2017 CBN Weekly "2017 China's Most Commercially Valuable Star Ranking TOP100" (ranked #51) [83]
2018 Forbes China's 30 under 30 for Chinese Entertainment [84]
2019 Forbes China Celebrity 100 list (ranked #21)
TCCAsia 100 Most Handsome Faces in Asia 2019 (ranked #5) [85]
2020 Forbes China Celebrity 100 list (ranked #34)
Wax figure, Madame Tussauds Shanghai [86]
TCCAsia 100 Most Handsome Faces in Asia 2020 (ranked #54)

Endorsements and business cooperation

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Year Brand name in English (in Chinese) Title / Role Notes
2017 Make Up For Ever (玫珂菲) Spokesperson in China
MEIFUBAO (美膚寶) Brand spokesperson
TJOY (丁家宜)
(酪藝芝士)
(風田集成灶)
LG (竹鹽) Spokesperson in China
2018 Avon (雅芳 小黑裙) Fragrance officer
Gichancy (姬存希) Skin care spokesperson
Leader (統帥電器) Light fashion spokesperson
Jack&Jones (杰克琼斯) Spokesperson in Greater China
Baidu (百度) APP Super explorer spokesperson
2019 Deluxe Milk (特仑苏) Brand spokesperson
Bally (巴丽) Brand spokesperson in Asia Pacific
Adidas (阿迪达斯) Brand spokesperson
Biotherm (碧欧泉)
Joyoung (九陽)
Only Photo (唯一旅拍)
Jin Zai little fish (勁仔小魚)
LLidezi facial mask (麗得姿面膜) Image spokesperson for Asia Pacific
Beijing Run Technology Co. Ltd. (小猪短租) Product spokesperson
Rio (鸡尾酒)
Lock & Lock (樂扣樂扣) Brand spokesperson
Meco (蜜谷果汁茶)
Himalaya (喜馬拉雅) VIP spokesperson
Helen Keller (海倫凱勒眼鏡) Brand spokesperson
QQ Chief Entertainment Officer
2020 L'Oréal Paris (巴黎欧萊雅) Sunshine spokesperson
Pepsi (百事可樂) Osmanthus flavor spokesperson
FOREO Global brand spokesperson
Acqua Panna (普娜) Brand spokesperson
Voolga (敷尔佳) Face mask spokesperson
Teway Food seasoning (好人家调味) Brand spokesperson
Cainiao Guoguo (菜鸟裹裹)
Corona beer (科罗娜) Brand spokesperson
BVLGARI (寶格麗) Brand spokesperson in China
L'Oréal Paris (巴黎歐萊雅) Makeup spokesperson
Ralph Lauren (拉夫劳伦) Perfume brand spokesperson in China
Junlebao Yogurt (君乐宝简醇) Brand spokesperson
2021 Roger Vivier (罗杰维维亚) Brand spokesperson
Suofeiya Home Collection (索菲亚) Global brand spokesperson
Naris Parasola Sunscreen (娜丽丝) Brand spokesperson
Quaker (桂格燕麦)
CLEAR Clean & Fresh (清扬) Spokesperson
Unilever (联合利华)
Sulwhasoo (雪花秀) Asia Pacific regional brand spokesperson
BABO (斑布) Brand spokesperson
Viomi (云米) Global brand spokesperson
2022 Jiujiuya (久久丫) Brand spokesperson
Life-Space (益生菌) Spokesperson for selected products
Moccona (摩可纳咖啡) Brand spokesperson

References

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from Grokipedia
Deng Lun (born October 21, 1992) is a Chinese who rose to prominence in the entertainment industry through leading roles in popular television dramas. He debuted in 2013 with the romance series , marking his entry into mainstream visibility, and later gained international recognition for starring in fantasy dramas such as Ashes of Love (2018), which streamed on . Deng Lun, a graduate of the Shanghai Theatre Academy, became a for luxury labels including and Roger Vivier, reflecting his status as an figure in China's entertainment sector during the late . His career trajectory shifted dramatically in March 2022 when tax authorities fined him 106 million yuan (approximately $16.6 million) for , including 47.66 million yuan in unpaid from 2019 to 2020 through false declarations and irregularities in reported income. The penalty encompassed the evaded taxes, late fees, and a criminal fine, leading to his effective ban from the industry, severance of endorsement deals, and removal from public view. As of 2025, Deng Lun has remained largely absent from professional activities, with sporadic public sightings and unconfirmed rumors of a potential return, amid ongoing scrutiny of tax compliance among high-profile celebrities in .

Early life and education

Family background and childhood

Deng Lun was born on October 21, 1992, in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, China. He was raised in a modest military family, with his parents serving in the armed forces, which instilled a sense of discipline and respect for military service in him. The family was not affluent, lacking the wealth associated with or business elites, but provided a stable environment influenced by values rather than material excess. Deng Lun has publicly expressed gratitude toward soldiers, posting messages on occasions like Day that reflect his familial ties to the without disclosing personal details about his parents or siblings. Details of his childhood remain largely private, with Deng Lun emphasizing as a natural choice for his non-celebrity family origins.

Academic pursuits

Deng Lun enrolled in the Performance Department at the Shanghai Theatre Academy, a leading institution for in , where he specialized in and drama. The academy's rigorous curriculum emphasized practical training in stage performance, voice, and movement, preparing students for professional careers in theater and film. Deng completed his studies and graduated in 2011, marking the culmination of his formal academic training in the field. Prior to university, Deng's early interests included martial arts; during junior high, he studied wushu and enrolled at the Shaolin Tagou Martial Arts School in Henan Province to train in kung fu, which honed his physical discipline potentially influencing his later on-screen action roles. He also developed a passion for basketball from age five, representing his school in tournaments, though this remained extracurricular rather than a primary academic focus. No records indicate pursuit of advanced degrees or non-performing arts studies post-graduation, as he transitioned directly into the entertainment industry.

Professional career

Initial entry into entertainment (2012–2016)

Deng Lun entered the entertainment industry shortly after graduating from the Shanghai Theatre Academy's Performance Department in 2011, making his acting debut in 2013 as Xu Hao in the 55-episode romance drama , a production written by Taiwanese novelist who personally selected him for the role. The series, which aired that year, marked his initial foray into television acting, portraying a character in a narrative centered on love and family dynamics. In 2014, he took on a supporting role as Yao Ah Fei in the historical drama Moment in Peking, a 43-episode adaptation spanning episodes across early 20th-century . This appearance built on his debut experience, providing exposure in a period piece with ensemble casting. The following year, 2015, saw Deng Lun in two projects: a supporting role as Su Da in the 38-episode family comedy Dad, Time to Get Married, and a lead role as Sun Xiao Fei in the 30-episode romance Love Actually. By 2016, he secured lead roles that expanded his visibility, including Liu Qi Ren in the 24-episode youth drama Fifteen Years to Wait for Migratory Birds (also known as Promise of Migratory Birds), which explored themes of and separation. These early works positioned him in urban romances and coming-of-age stories, gradually shifting from supporting to principal characters amid China's competitive television landscape, though widespread recognition came later.

Building recognition (2017–2018)

In 2017, Deng Lun received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Tian Xiao'e's husband in the period drama White Deer Plain, a role that highlighted his ability to convey complex emotional depth in a rural Chinese setting spanning decades of social upheaval. This performance earned him the Breakthrough Actor award at the TV Online Video Awards, marking a shift from supporting roles to greater industry notice. Concurrently, his supporting turn as Xiao Ce, the crown prince of Southern Liang, in the action-packed historical series —which drew massive viewership with its tale of slavery and rebellion—exposed him to a broader audience alongside leads and . These appearances, combined with his work in urban ensemble Ode to Joy 2 as the reserved physician Xie Tong, contributed to his rising profile, as evidenced by awards including Most Promising Actor at the 14th Man At His Best Awards and Popular Artist of the Year at the 6th iQiyi All-Star Carnival. Building on this momentum into 2018, Deng Lun transitioned to leading roles, first as the ambitious pharmaceutical heir Bo Hai in the Sweet Dreams, which blended fantasy elements with modern career struggles and achieved a 7.9 rating on viewer platforms for its lighthearted chemistry. His portrayal emphasized determination and vulnerability, resonating with audiences amid the series' 48-episode run. Later that year, he starred as Xu Feng, the fiery immortal Phoenix deity, in the xianxia romance Ashes of Love, a 63-episode production adapted from Dian Xian's novel that explored forbidden love among immortals and garnered widespread praise for its visual effects and Deng's commanding presence opposite Yang Zi. These leads solidified his appeal in both contemporary and fantastical genres, with Ashes of Love particularly boosting his fanbase through its high production values and emotional intensity, setting the stage for subsequent mainstream breakthroughs.

Peak success and mainstream acclaim (2019–2021)

In 2019, Deng Lun achieved significant mainstream success through leading roles in multiple television dramas, including My True Friend, where he portrayed a property agent, and Mr. Fighting, a story centered on entrepreneurial struggles. My True Friend earned him a nomination for at the Asian Influence Awards, reflecting critical recognition for his performance. These projects built on the momentum from prior hits like Ashes of Love, solidifying his status as a top-tier with high viewer engagement, as evidenced by his inclusion in Weibo's Popular Artist list that year. Deng Lun's acclaim extended to fashion and media endorsements, including his appointment as Bally's first male Asia-Pacific brand ambassador in February 2019, highlighting his rising commercial appeal. He received the GQ Men of the Year award in 2019 and further honors in 2020, such as the Esquire Man At His Best Award and GQ Men of the Year, underscoring sustained industry validation during this period. In 2020, roles in Skate into Love and the anthology segment With You maintained his visibility, while 2021 saw him in Faith Makes Great and Brotherhood in the War, contributing to a portfolio of diverse genres that broadened his fanbase. This phase marked Deng Lun's commercial zenith, with multiple dramas achieving strong domestic ratings—among his works, five exceeded 1% in key metrics—and his Weibo popularity ranking him among China's leading actors. His expressive style and versatility across romance, , and historical genres were frequently praised in fan and industry discussions, driving a surge in endorsements and media presence before subsequent challenges. Following the imposition of a 106 million yuan (approximately $16.6 million) fine for on March 15, 2022, by tax authorities, Deng Lun ceased all professional activities in the entertainment industry, marking the onset of his indefinite hiatus. The penalty stemmed from undeclared personal income es totaling around 52 million yuan between 2018 and 2019, prompting immediate severance of endorsement deals with luxury brands including , Roger Vivier, and Paris. In a apology posted shortly after the announcement, Deng acknowledged the violations and expressed willingness to accept consequences, but this did not mitigate the fallout. The hiatus extended to stalled projects, notably the period drama The Night Wanderer (completed in late 2021), which faced indefinite shelving and subsequent lawsuits from platforms like for breach-related damages, as broadcasters avoided airing content featuring penalized amid China's ongoing tax compliance crackdown. By mid-2022, Deng's visibility in media, variety shows, and advertisements evaporated, aligning with broader industry repercussions where tax violators encountered under regulatory policies prioritizing fiscal accountability over status. Additional financial strains emerged in 2023 when he lost a civil , incurring further debts unrelated to taxes but compounding his withdrawal from public professional life. Into 2025, Deng remained absent from new productions, with no confirmed acting roles or endorsements reported as of October. Sporadic social media activity, including a new account activation in early 2025 and Instagram posts from fan-managed or personal channels, fueled unverified rumors of a potential comeback among supporters, though industry sources indicated persistent barriers to re-entry due to lingering penalties and selective broadcasting bans. This period reflects the stringent enforcement of tax regulations in China's entertainment sector, where high-profile figures face prolonged professional exile to deter similar infractions.

Tax evasion investigation and penalties

In 2022, Shanghai tax authorities initiated an investigation into Deng Lun's tax compliance following big data analysis that flagged irregularities in his personal income declarations for 2019 and 2020. The probe revealed that Deng had engaged in false invoicing and other means to evade taxes totaling 47,658,200 yuan (approximately 7.5 million USD) and underpaid an additional 2,894,900 yuan (approximately 456,000 USD) through improper deductions and reimbursements. Deng cooperated fully with investigators, proactively supplementing 44.55 million yuan in taxes and voluntarily disclosing further tax-related violations, which mitigated potential criminal charges under . On , 2022, the authorities imposed administrative penalties, requiring payment of the evaded and underpaid taxes, plus overdue fines and a penalty equivalent to 50% of the evaded amount, resulting in a total liability of 106 million yuan (approximately 16.6 million USD). Following the announcement, Deng issued a public apology on , expressing remorse for his actions and committing to rectify the issues. The case aligned with China's intensified crackdown on celebrity , emphasizing enforcement through data-driven audits rather than solely relying on self-reporting.

Industry repercussions and blacklisting

Following the announcement of his penalty on March 15, 2022, Deng Lun experienced swift and severe repercussions across the Chinese entertainment sector, including the termination of multiple high-profile endorsements. Luxury houses such as and Roger Vivier, along with L'Oréal Paris, promptly severed ties with him as their ambassador, citing the scandal's impact on their image. These partnerships, valued in the multimillion RMB range, contributed significantly to his pre-scandal income, but their abrupt end underscored the industry's zero-tolerance stance toward financial improprieties among celebrities. Ongoing and completed projects were similarly affected, with several halted or shelved indefinitely. The period drama , which Deng had finished filming in late 2021 and was slated for a 2022 release on , was pulled from schedules due to his involvement, prompting the platform to sue him and his agency for breach-of-contract damages estimated in the tens of millions of RMB. Existing works were removed from streaming platforms and broadcasts, effectively erasing his presence from public view, while potential contract violation penalties from producers could exceed 200 million RMB. This pattern aligns with prior cases like Fan Bingbing's, where tax violations trigger mandatory content purges to comply with regulatory directives from bodies such as the . Deng Lun's was enforced through a combination of self-regulatory industry pacts and implicit government pressure, rendering him ineligible for new contracts, appearances, or media exposure as of 2025. Chinese associations, responding to the 2018-2019 tax crackdown, have institutionalized such bans, prohibiting blacklisted individuals from participation in , , and advertising until penalties are fully rectified and approvals granted—conditions unmet in his case. Reports indicate no official reinstatement, with his career shift toward non- ventures reflecting the permanence of this exclusion, as platforms and producers avoid risks associated with regulatory scrutiny.

Commercial and other activities

Brand endorsements and business ventures

Deng Lun endorsed numerous brands prior to 2022, primarily in luxury fashion, beauty, and consumer goods sectors, with reports estimating up to 23 partnerships. Notable appointments included Bally, where he became the brand's first male Asia-Pacific ambassador in February 2019, featuring in spring/summer campaigns. He also represented Bvlgari, L'Oréal, Ralph Lauren, and Roger Vivier as a brand ambassador. Following the announcement of his fine on March 15, 2022, multiple corporations severed ties, including and , citing the need to align with and public standards. Deng Lun ventured into entrepreneurship with the hotpot restaurant chain, launching his first location and expanding to multiple branches, alongside affiliated milk tea outlets, which gained popularity for quality ingredients and ventilation design. In March 2018, he established Zhoushan Deng Lun Film and Television Culture Studio to manage production-related activities, though the entity entered liquidation in 2022 amid his legal penalties.

Music, variety appearances, and voice work

Deng Lun's musical contributions are limited to singles featured on soundtracks for his acting projects, with no full-length albums released. In 2017, he recorded "The Sky is Dark" (天黑了) and "Love What I Love" (爱我所爱) for the Ode to Joy 2 OST. For the 2018 drama Ashes of Love, he sang the duet "Unparalleled in the World" (天地无霜) with co-star Yang Zi, including a solo version. He also contributed tracks to the Sweet Dreams OST that year and an interlude for Mr. Fighting in 2019. In 2020, Deng Lun performed the closing credits theme "Tomb of Infatuation" (痴情冢) for the film The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity. Deng Lun frequently appeared on Chinese variety programs during his rise to prominence, often showcasing deductive skills, physical challenges, and comedic interactions. In 2018, he competed on the game show Who's the Keyman, a 13-episode series testing participants' reasoning abilities. He participated in escape-room-style challenges on The Great Escape (密室大逃脱) and action-oriented segments on Go Fighting (极限挑战), which helped sustain his visibility between drama releases. Additional guest spots included Happy Camp in 2019, where he engaged in lighthearted skits and promotions. In voice work, Deng Lun has dubbed his own roles in select productions, a practice less common in Chinese dramas that often employ professional voice actors. For Ashes of Love (2018), he provided his character's dialogue alongside leads Yang Zi and , earning praise for natural delivery. He demonstrated improvisational on Happy Camp by voicing a Minion character during a 2019 episode. However, some projects like Begonia's Rouge Shines Through in the Rain (2019) used external post-filming rather than live audio.

Works

Television dramas

Deng Lun made his acting debut in the 2013 historical romance series , portraying the Xu Hao across 55 episodes. Early supporting roles followed in Moment in Peking (2014) as Yao Ah Fei and the urban comedy Dad to be Married (2015) as Su Da, establishing his presence in family-oriented dramas. His transition to leading roles began with Fifteen Years to Wait for Migratory Birds (2016), where he played Liu Qian Ren in a romance narrative spanning high school and adulthood. Breakthrough visibility came in 2017 with Because of Meeting You, starring as Li Yun Kai in a romance that achieved peak national ratings of 1.93% and broke the 1% threshold. That year, he also appeared as Lu Zhao Hai in the historical epic White Deer Plain, earning the Actor award at the TV Drama Awards for his portrayal amid the series' adaptation of Nobel-nominated source material. Guest and supporting parts in Magic Star, Season 2 as Xie Tong, and as Xiao Ce further diversified his portfolio. The 2018 series Sweet Dreams featured Deng as the male lead Bo Hai in an urban romance that topped ratings charts and sustained over 1% viewership, contributing to his rising popularity. He followed with Ashes of Love, playing the immortal Xu Feng in a fantasy romance that became 2018's summer ratings champion, exceeding 1% averages and garnering widespread acclaim for its production scale. In , cast him as Zi Xu in a mythological adaptation, while My True Friend saw him as property agent Shao Peng Cheng, earning the series a Special Award for Overseas Drama at the 13th International TV Drama Festival and ratings above 1%. (2019) highlighted his lead role as Hao Ze Yu in an inspirational sports drama that peaked at over 2% ratings, securing national champion status. Blossom in Heart (2019) paired him with Janine Chang as Lang Yue Xuan, achieving platform-specific annual viewership leadership. Post-2019 projects included cameo appearances in Skate Into Love (2020) as Xu Feng and Target Person (2020) as Ke Chen, alongside a guest role in With You (2020) episodes 15-16 as Song Xiao Qiang. In 2021, he led Brotherhood in the War as Ma Chu Xi and Faith Makes Great as Wu Zu Tai, the latter focusing on historical entrepreneurship themes. A planned lead role as Sheng Qing Rang in Night Wanderer remains unreleased as of 2025.
YearTitleRolePeak Ratings/Notes
2013Flowers in FogXu Hao (supporting)Acting debut; 55 episodes.
2017Because of Meeting YouLi Yun Kai (lead)1.93% peak; broke 1% barrier.
2017White Deer PlainLu Zhao Hai (supporting)Breakthrough award win.
2018Sweet DreamsBo Hai (lead)Top 2018 ratings; >1% sustained.
2018Ashes of LoveXu Feng (lead)Summer champion; fantasy hit.
2019My True FriendShao Peng Cheng (lead)Tokyo festival award; >1%.
2019Mr. FightingHao Ze Yu (lead)>2% peak; national top.

Films

Deng Lun's transition to feature films occurred amid his rising fame from television dramas, with his debut in the fantasy genre. In 2020, he appeared in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity (阴阳师·晴雅集), directed by , portraying Boya (also known as Hiromasa or Yuan Boya), a skilled and loyal companion to the protagonist , played by Zhao Youting. The film, adapted from and novels by Yumemakura Baku, depicts supernatural battles in Heian-period , where Boya's character provides and steadfast support through and mystical abilities. It achieved commercial success, earning approximately ¥452 million in its first 10 days of release, contributing to its overall performance during the post-pandemic recovery period. The following year, Deng Lun starred in Guo Jingming's (泷夜曲, 2021), reprising a version of the Boya character in a centered on eternal bonds and mythical confrontations involving themes of . His role emphasized the character's unwavering loyalty and martial prowess, aligning with the director's stylized and including Zhao Youting and . The film received mixed reviews for its elaborate production design but faced distribution challenges amid Deng Lun's emerging legal scrutiny.
YearTitleRoleDirectorNotes
2020The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity (阴阳师·晴雅集)Boya (Hiromasa/Yuan Boya)Supporting role; fantasy adaptation; grossed ¥452 million in first 10 days.
2021Sacrifice (泷夜曲)BoyaSupporting role; fantasy drama with mythological elements.
These projects marked Deng Lun's limited foray into cinema, primarily in supporting capacities within high-budget fantasy productions, contrasting his lead roles in television. No additional feature have been released as of 2025, reflecting his career stasis following 2022 tax-related penalties.

Discography and variety shows

Deng Lun's primarily comprises singles released as original soundtracks (OSTs) for television dramas and , with no full-length studio albums to date. His musical output began in 2017 with contributions to the Ode to Joy 2 OST, including "The Sky is Dark" (天已黑) and "Love What I Love" (爱我所爱). In 2018, he sang "Flowers Stay Silent" (花不语) for the Sweet Dreams OST and "Unparalleled in the World" (天地无霜) for the Ashes of Love OST. These tracks aligned with his rising acting prominence, often featuring themes of romance and introspection matching the narratives.
YearSong Title (Chinese)English TranslationOST/Album
2017天已黑The Sky is DarkOde to Joy 2 OST
2017爱我所爱Love What I LoveOde to Joy 2 OST
2018花不语Flowers Stay SilentSweet Dreams OST
2018天地无霜Unparalleled in the WorldAshes of Love OST
2021痴情塚Grave of InfatuationThe Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity ending theme; topped Asian charts
Deng Lun has appeared in multiple Chinese variety shows, often leveraging his quick wit and problem-solving abilities in game and deduction formats. He served as a regular member on Great Escape (密室大逃脱), an escape-room challenge series, starting from its collaboration specials in 2020 and notably in season 3 in 2021, where he collaborated with guests like in high-stakes puzzles. In Go Fighting! (极限挑战), he joined as a regular cast member for seasons 6 and 7 (circa 2020–2021), participating in physical and comedic challenges alongside hosts like Wang Xun. Additionally, he guested on (我是大侦探) season 7 episode 5 in , engaging in mystery-solving scenarios. These appearances boosted his public image for authenticity and relatability prior to his 2022 hiatus.

Awards and nominations

Deng Lun received early recognition for his breakout roles, earning the Influential Young Actor of the Year award at the 2016 . In 2017, he won the Most Promising Actor award at the 14th Man At His Best Awards, alongside the Breakthrough Actor award at the TV Drama Awards for his role in White Deer Plain and the Popular Artist award at the 6th Scream Night Awards Ceremony. Subsequent years saw further accolades for his television work, including the TV Drama of the Year at the 15th Man At His Best Awards in 2018 and the Most Commercially Valuable at the 17th Man At His Best Awards in 2020. He also secured the Popularity Award for at the 7th All-Star Carnival in 2018 and the Weibo Popular Artist award in 2019.
YearAward ceremonyCategoryResultFor work
2016Tencent Video Star AwardsInfluential Young of the YearWonGeneral career breakthrough
2017Weibo TV Drama AwardsBreakthrough WonWhite Deer Plain
20176th Scream Night Awards CeremonyPopular ArtistWonGeneral popularity
201714th Man At His Best AwardsMost Promising WonGeneral acting promise
201815th Man At His Best AwardsTV Drama of the YearWonTelevision dramas including Because of You
20187th All-Star CarnivalPopularity Award - WonGeneral actor popularity
2019Weibo Award CeremonyWeibo Popular ArtistWon influence
2019 Men of the YearWon efforts
202017th Man At His Best AwardsMost Commercially Valuable Won endorsements and market value
2020 Men of the Year AwardsMotivated ArtistWonCareer dedication
Deng Lun has few documented nominations relative to wins, with most recognitions stemming from popularity-driven or industry-voted ceremonies rather than competitive peer-reviewed categories; no major losses in high-profile acting awards like Huading or Golden Eagle are recorded prior to his 2022 tax-related blacklisting.

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