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“Bandwagons roll through our lives. Its up to you whether you jump on them unquestioningly or jump on them to overturn them and subvert them.”

Quote by Riz Ahmed

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Riz Ahmed is a British actor born on December 1, 1982. He is known for his outstanding performances in films and television, particularly in 'Nightcrawler', 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens', and 'The King's Speech'. Ahmed is highly regarded for his advocacy of diversity and inclusivity. more

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