Maithilee is interested in Indian and Western mythology, Anime, Japanese Culture and minority studies, especially feminist and gender studies. She has been a part of AFS intercultural programs as a volunteer and a returnee since her exchange to Japan in 2011.She is fascinated by visual culture, and is learning art. She is a foodoholic and wishes to travel the world. She is currently pursuing her Masters in Literature at Manipal Centre for Philosophy and Humanities, Karnataka.