12/15/2006

Testimonials: A few close friends of mine (not an exhaustive list off course)

Prosenjit: Prosenjit is one of my closest friends. He is as hard working as it gets; a very sincere, ambitious and dependable person. At the same time he is also very emotional and sensitive. If you find us together you will normally be hearing conversations about Indian economy, sports, our careers and TAX (since we both are tax consultants).Prosenjit as we say is "gyaner bhandar" about two things: world politics and sports. He even knows whats going on in the political front of Lesotho or ethiopia!! Its really annoying when he uses a computer and you need it for something. Most of the time you will not get it until he is done with reading all his favorite newspapers. He recently figured out that his risk taking nature is losing him money when playing poker and now he is learning to be patient and call the right bluffs. However, he is a grown man now with a top notch corporate job and he feels that the time has come to slowly think about settling down. I always wish him all the best in life!!

Sucheta: An amazing person she is, a childhood friend of mine, although sometimes ominously hyperactive she does give a reason to cheer for her companions and more often than not comes out with flamboyant colors of alacrity. Until recently, before she loomed on the horizon as a sensitive, solemn and easily incensed person, she was light-hearted, non-chalant and how can we forget her slapdash haymakers. But she is on a personality workout schedule now with the main focus being on patience, effervescence and acceptance and Im sure we will find her coming out of the cocoon in no time with her big smile and ever-irritating hyperactiveness....but folks we like her that way. This testimonial was long overdue and Im just glad that I can jot down my random thoughts, incoherent should I say, after repeated comminations from the "demon" herself. (JK)

Sourish: Amar beshirbhag bishoyei gyaan khub shimito. Tai majhe majhei amake sourisher daarostho hote hoy. Aaj obdi amar mone pore na amon kono proshno jar shothik uttor ami or theke paini. Amono onek baar hoyecche, je bhul kore hoyeto amon proshno korecchi ja onno keu hole shohoj boddho bhabe amake bojhate okkhom hoto. Kintu sourisher ashim gyaaner sheathe or shokolke tader moto kore bojhanor khomota oddytio. Baire theke dekhle khubi serious physicist mone holeo, ashole or moto down to earth othocho genius chhele khubi kom hoy. Agadh gyanner bhandar, amader boraborer first boy….aar physics ta jaar kaache akdomi challenging noy bole majhe majhei bimorsho hoy jawa photography pagol ei chheletar adorer daaknaam holo phutu.
For those who don't speak Bengali: "Sourish is THE genius. The most versatile guy I have seen in my life. One of my closest friends and a great teacher."

Abhisek Basak: On matters of style, he swims with the current, on matters of principle he stands like a rock (Jefferson would have been very pleased). One of my closest friends back from high school. A "fashion guru" some might say, Basak creates wonders with his artistic and creative abilities. I would need a full book to jot down the adjectives to describe him....but keeping in mind that this is a public testimonial I would wrap it up with a few better ones - eclectic, humorous, graceful, generous, neurotic and well read - these should portray a perfect "Him" who can be full of surprises and yet not conceited or supercilious. At a point in life, one should look in the mirror and be true to his ownself and as George Herbert said "The best mirror is an old friend"..I don't think twice to consider this old friend of mine as a genuine and true friend who if ever stabs me..will stab me in the front.

Sukanya: Sukanya is probably the first friend in my life....I dont know if anyone remembers who their first friend was, it seems they only mention their best and close friends. however, it is true that she is also one of my best and closest friends. a very warm personality, confident, sincere, intelligent and guys dont get misguided by her goofy profile pic...she is beautiful..and hot should I say. As for me Im blessed to have a friend like her, who is so adorable and caring. I wish her all the success and happiness she deserves. May god bless you. AMEN!

Shijin: Close ur eyes and make a wish….
Angelz will b there to blow u a kiss…
They'll guide u and make all ur dreams come true …
Just like they did for me when I asked for a friend like u...

Ritanjan: nice guy...has a thing for bengali literature...dont know how it started, I always thought he used it as a means to impress some ppl...he knows who (including debashish da). frnds call him sheccha cuz of his "shecchashebok" nature..he was really vibrant in school days..kinda got into a shell in high school, but we all knew why. apparently loves saving and can get on ur nerves with his theories behind it, but hey at least he can show off his fat bank balance. he is full of surprises..one being, he started teaching in college when "we" - his frnds, are still in college. now leading a dual life as a lecturer and a student. must be hard but he is one of the most hardworking guys Ive ever met, when he is not having an affair. didnt want to mention this in the testimonial really, but I cant resist..the Ritanjan-P saga was really a trend setter in our childhood days. get to know him, he is full of surprises..good ones. forgot to mention before...sheccha is a die hard AB - amitabh fan. dont even try to instigate him if u ever had anything against the "boss" - the results wont be very pleasant.

Ishani: smartest, prettiest, sexiest, boldest and coolest gal under the sun. u think Im saying this cuz I had a thing for her. find out urself, ull not be disappointed. bestest frnd ever. I know Im on a superlative run here, but its all true when it comes to her.

Sandipto: Pucci..terrific debater no doubt. Law is his ideal career. although I dunno y he is planning to take some other road. I also agree with prats bout his craziness. I was actually amazed (in a good way) when he spent months enlightning lil lamas. But I have to say he is so far the smartest schemer I have met..find it out urself if its in a good way or not. hopefully ull end up on the rite side...Im just kidding, I bet u will. A great friend to keep and particularly when it comes to a need of inspiration and driving force. I wud not forget how he actually made me go thru a lane which I thought I cud never walk. baar khawate ostad..bravo my frnd. hope u stay that way forever...and gluck with ur policy making career (make smart ones, so that ppl like me can survive at ease).

Avishek: Avishek orfe jojo, is my "bestest" friend. He was always there for me during times of joy and ...lots of sad stories. Basically a happy-go-lucky guy who takes 2 things very seriously - sports and adda. Now a third one is added to the list - career. Himself a great sportsperson (ull know when u see his loads of prizes and certificates), jojo has also a very good singing voice. An introvert may he seem in the beginning, but once you get to know him, it will be hard to miss "the adda session". Not a schemer like me, he is a quiet person with lot of intellect who is going steady in a relationship for whopping 7 yrs..my friend you are unbelievable, keep it up.

Sayak: Sayak is a great person and a true scientist...Im not joking, he knows his physics really well. A great friend to keep...however dude I still dunno why u didnt upload a pic man. At least get a micky mouse or sumthing upthere. peace !

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