LITERATURE RECOMMENDATION
Istanbul: Memories of a City by Orhan Pamuk
MOVIE RECOMMENDATION
I would highly recommend watching The Prestige, starring Hugh Jackman.
TV SHOW RECOMMENDATION
Big Bang Theory
MUSIC RECOMMENDATION
I listen to bands like Michael Learns to Rock and Savage Garden, as well as instrumental music, especially violin.
TRAVEL RECOMMENDATION
Hampi and Mysore are beautiful places that one should definitely explore.
FOOD SPOT RECOMMENDATION
Chennai has a rich eatery culture. My favourite chain of restaurants is Copper Chimney, something which I explored back in Mumbai. Inside the insti, I would recommend CCD.
A COURSE YOU WISH TO INTRODUCE
If given a chance, I would like to introduce Music and Travel as one of the courses.
FAVOURITE THEORISTS
Currently there are two theorists which I keep going back to – Donna Haraway and Katherine Hayles.
IF I WASN’T A PROF, I WOULD HAVE…
I would have been a violinist since I did learn it for some time.
AN UNDERRATED SKILL WHICH IS RARELY TAUGHT
Having a routine and understanding the importance of timing things effectively.
TO UNWIND
From whatever little time I get, I prefer to go for walks during that. Our campus is quite suitable for it as well.
ADVICE FOR STUDENTS
One piece of advice I always give students and wish more would follow is to work diligently during the week and make the most of the weekend. Also, every IITM student should explore the city before graduating.
EXPERIENCE AT PAST INSTITUTIONS
We know that institutions like IIT Bombay and EFLU played a key role in shaping your academic journey. Is there any core memory or experience from your time at your these institutions that you’ll always carry with you?
My time at EFLU and IIT Bombay taught me to be fearless in experimenting within academics, and also gave me the experience of exploring life outside of it—especially through cities like Hyderabad and Mumbai.
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