Dream Big and Be a Misfit

Explore the inspiring journey of Santanu Hazarika, world doodle champion, in this 18-minute TEDx talk. Discover how Hazarika overcame hardships growing up in Guwahati, Assam, and found his unique artistic voice through comics and doodling. Follow his evolution from a misfit in a chaotic world to a successful artist communicating with a global audience. Learn about the three phases of his life: from selling artwork to classmates, to illustrating for metal bands, to becoming a world champion in doodle art. Gain insights into Hazarika's belief in the immortality of art and his perspective on being the medium for his creations. Draw inspiration from his message to dream big and embrace being a misfit in pursuit of one's passion.