SHANTANU DESHPANDE REUNION
He was inconsolable after his IIT results in 2005; 21 years later, Bombay Shaving Company founder meets the teacher who told him 'do your best and forget the rest'
Bombay Shaving Company founder Shantanu Deshpande recently reunited with his former mathematics teacher, JJ Sir, after 21 years. Recalling a difficult phase during his IIT preparation in 2005, Deshpande shared how his teacher's reassuring words, "Do your best and forget the rest", stayed with him over the years. The emotional reunion struck a chord with LinkedIn users, prompting many to share memories of teachers who supported them during challenging times.
'Early deaths and stress'. CEO claims why IIM Kolkata preponed its recent 25 year alumni reunion to 15 years
A Bombay Shaving Company CEO's LinkedIn post sparked debate. It highlighted IIM Calcutta's decision to advance alumni reunions. The reason is mid-life crises and rising mortality. Some attribute this to COVID-19 and lifestyle diseases. The post urged prioritizing health. Online reactions were mixed. Some dismissed the mortality concerns. Others emphasized rising life expectancy. Some cautioned against fear-driven narratives.
