Beyond Academia
Politics & Conviction
Beyond academia, I am an ideology-driven person. I've always been very opinionated and outspoken and have had a deep-seated interest in socio-political issues. This isn't just about interest; I believe we all have an obligation to raise our voice against injustice and to contribute towards building a better society for everyone. This conviction has led to some of the most surreal and meaningful experiences of my life. Back in 2019, one of my departmental juniors, Abrar Fahad, was murdered in cold blood on our campus by members of BSL, a student political wing. An intense movement followed, to ensure justice for Abrar and to reform BUET. I'll always be proud of our collective stance for justice during that time and my role in it. I got to see the immense courage of my own students during the July Revolution in 2024, particularly on 18th July. I hope we will always find the strength and will to refuse to bow down to evil like this.
Sports
I am a huge Sports Enthusiast. For me, it's where materialistic tendencies fade away and one of the purest forms of happiness is found. I crave that happiness! The two most favourite sports of mine are Cricket and Football. I enjoy the mental aspect of cricket, and the adrenaline rush of football is addictive. I consider myself a decent cricketer and a half-decent footballer (who knows how to be in the right place at the right time, but also wastes a lot of chances! 😛). I also love to play table tennis and chess.
Real Madrid C.F.
I am a die-hard Madridista! Real Madrid is not just the club I love, many of the qualities I admire are reflected in the club's defining characteristics. My own competitive nature is probably why I connect to Real Madrid so much! The win at any cost mentality that this club instills, and more importantly, the refusal to ever give up, has always inspired me in difficult situations. The spirit of the Remontada and the relentless pursuit of victory, even when all seems lost, was most evident in my favourite 2021/22 season, when Karim Benzema hit his peak. This philosophy inspires me not just in sports, but in my own life and even research.
#HalaMadrid
On Page & Screen
I'm not exactly a bookworm, but I've always enjoyed escaping into good books, movies, and TV series. I just love a good Thriller. I'm also particularly drawn into fictions/non-fictions revolving around medieval history. I am a Potterhead, and I have always wished to be a part of the magical world of Hogwarts. Slytherin intrigues me, but the sorting hat always puts me in Gryffindor (perhaps for the best! 😎). As a nod to my childhood, I was also a big fan of Tin Goyenda! My all-time favorite movies include Inception, 3 Idiots, Kingdom of Heaven, etc. When it comes to TV, I am a huge fan of Sherlock, both the show and the character. Another favourite character of mine is Ragnar Lothbrok from Vikings. I am a fan of Game of Thrones, Breaking Bad, and The Big Bang Theory too.
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