Every student and their parent dreams of the topper rank. Yet, for the ones who actually achieve it, is the reality as rosy as it appears? Listen to Ishita’s heartfelt dramatic monologue on the dreams and dilemmas of being a topper in this video, curated by The Paper Planes Journal.
Bio – Ishita Ranjan is a class XII student of Sagar Public School, Bhopal. She is an eloquent speaker and writer. She is also a trained Kathak dancer.
5 Comments
Nishant Jain
Magical words, pure emotions, heart-touching recitation, simply loved it by Arham Jain from 9 th C
Sanvi Dubey 5F SN
This bio of Ishita Ranjan tells that being a topper is not easy. It comes with expectations and pride and dilemmas. Finding your name in topper list tells that you did your best, and satisfies you. But there are sacrifices you make to have you name in that toppers list and shine in the spotlight.
Zakiya Tanveer
👏👏👌
Parnika Bhardwaj 5A SN
The weight of a 100% score often goes unnoticed. This video perfectly captures the silent pressure to always stay at the top. Great perspective.
Kavya Kedare
The thoughts shared above beautifully portray what lies behind outstanding academic success. Reaching such a position demands immense dedication, patience, and constant effort. Recognition can feel rewarding, yet the journey often requires giving up comfort, leisure, and many personal moments. Ultimately, true accomplishment is not merely about public appreciation, but about the determination and commitment that make such a journey possible.