Free Hugs

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Free Hugs

2023

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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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Gwen Toh

Office Lady

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Jason Kuah

Ah Beng

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