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Ayaan Shams Siddiquee

Ayaan Shams Siddiquee is a contributing writer at Campus, Rising Stars, and Star Youth.

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Opinion / Bangladesh women’s AFC Asian Cup opener was a treat to watch

4 March 2026, 14:52 PM
Despite the conditions and statistics being heavily stacked against them, Bangladesh’s tigresses showed that they were more than willing to go toe-to-toe with one of the world’s finest sides.
4 March 2026, 14:52 PM
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Anime / Understanding the Culling Game: Jujutsu Kaisen’s most confusing arc

9 February 2026, 18:00 PM
Understand Jujutsu Kaisen's Culling Game rules, Kenjaku's plan, and Shibuya Arc ending. Your essential guide for JJK Season 3.
9 February 2026, 18:00 PM
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Upcoming anime to look forward to in 2026

7 January 2026, 11:00 AM
The anime lineup for 2025 raised the bar for 2026. That said, here are a few anime to look forward to next year.
7 January 2026, 11:00 AM
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The unnerving reality of school and college students living in hostels

27 November 2025, 04:00 AM
What living away from home entail for these young students are poor living conditions, dreadful food arrangements, and more mental ailments than one can keep track of.
27 November 2025, 04:00 AM
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Meet the cosplayers who represented Bangladesh in Japan

6 November 2025, 04:00 AM
In conversation with two Bangladeshi cosplayers who represented the country in Japan.
6 November 2025, 04:00 AM
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The colours and constraints of cosplaying in Bangladesh

30 October 2025, 04:00 AM
For a growing number of people, cosplaying has become a special way to express creativity and build a community.
30 October 2025, 04:00 AM
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Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is a moony, gory, and unhinged love story for the ages

26 October 2025, 10:22 AM
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc plays out more like a twisted rom-com than a straight-up action flick.
26 October 2025, 10:22 AM
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How are HSC examinees reacting to university admission tests’ routines?

20 October 2025, 11:18 AM
For the latest batch of HSC examinees, the mental pressure associated with the university admission phase has been exponentially aggravated due to changes in various admission tests’ routines and structures.
20 October 2025, 11:18 AM
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The appeal of small-scale acoustic concerts

The biggest selling point behind these shows lies in their interactive nature.
20 February 2023, 15:00 PM
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Can Bangladeshi manga make it to Japan? We asked ‘Source?’

“Within just two weeks of the launch, we sold almost 500 copies."
15 February 2023, 12:29 PM
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In conversation with Fournetsha Bangladesh – the company behind Bangladesh’s latest original manga magazine

SHOUT sat down with the team behind “Source?” to discuss the future of the magazine and the potential it has for cultivating manga culture in Bangladesh.
12 February 2023, 14:56 PM
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First impressions of the “Source?” manga magazine

The first issue of Source? released on February 1 following a pre-order campaign. The 300-page-long magazine, which can be bought online and currently at the Amar Ekushey Boi Mela,
2 February 2023, 16:10 PM
A scene from Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre

Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre is yet another underwhelming Junji Ito adaptation

A mangaka of Ito’s calibre deserves far better treatment.
1 February 2023, 14:48 PM
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The inclusion of gender studies in our national curriculum is commendable

When faced with stereotypes that are completely ungrounded, we have to turn to our education system to talk about topics like gender studies.
19 January 2023, 00:00 AM
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How winter has changed for me over the years

Growing up, December was the month I was always most excited for. And why wouldn’t I be? Besides being my birthday month, December also marked the end of a seemingly never-ending academic year, and the much-anticipated beginning of winter.
9 January 2023, 18:00 PM
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Everything you need to know before watching the NieR:Automata Ver1.1a anime

What you can expect from the NieR:Automata Ver1.1a anime.
9 January 2023, 14:45 PM
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Japanese musicians to check out if you're into musical storytelling

If you’re into musical storytelling, you should definitely check them out.
5 January 2023, 08:00 AM
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Aurthohin’s Phoenix Er Diary-1 is a masterclass in composition and storytelling

Aurthohin has finally released its first studio album after six years, titled Phoenix Er Diary-1.
5 January 2023, 00:00 AM
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Strike the right chord

Young individuals around the country have been enthralled by their love for music.
29 December 2022, 05:13 AM
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Where to watch anime legally in Bangladesh

Here are five places where you can watch anime legally in Bangladesh.
26 December 2022, 14:45 PM
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New anime to look forward to in 2023

Here are some of the most eagerly-awaited anime to look forward to in the coming months.
22 December 2022, 00:00 AM
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How winter has changed for me over the years

As I regrettably approach adulthood, I can’t help but think that my relationship with winter has changed tenfold.
19 December 2022, 17:00 PM
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5 things we won’t miss once the World Cup ends

The World Cup isn't all about the festivity.
12 December 2022, 15:08 PM
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The failures of subject mapping and how they impact national curriculum students

Alternative method of evaluation based on previous results is referred to as subject mapping.
8 December 2022, 00:00 AM
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Metallica returns to the big stage with Lux Æterna and 72 Seasons

Metallica announced a new album titled 72 Seasons and released one of the included songs.
30 November 2022, 15:00 PM
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Bocchi the Rock!’s representation of social anxiety is mesmerising

Bocchi the Rock! is a thematic journey that overflows with creativity and innovation.
29 November 2022, 15:08 PM
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In conversation with Arekta Rock Band

Arekta Rock Band’s upcoming album, Ghum Paranor Gaan, is set to be released on November 25.
23 November 2022, 17:00 PM
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Why you shouldn’t be sleeping on Kaguya-sama: Love is War

One of the most popular and emotional character-driven stories in the industry.
22 November 2022, 14:51 PM

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