Inside Cloudzilla: Farabi Khaleque’s Vision for Gen Z Mental Health

Farabi Khaleque, a Bangladeshi-Canadian creator, is contributing to the youth mental health conversation through his platform, Cloudzilla. What began as a passion project has grown into a dynamic brand sharing honest storytelling and mental wellness tools for Gen Z.

Launched at just 15 years old during the COVID-19 pandemic, Cloudzilla started with bite-sized mental health tips shared on their instagram. What began as a simple way to help others feel less alone has since grown into a personal project that has steadily grown a niche community around mental wellness.

Today, Cloudzilla aims to make mental health feel more approachable and emotionally honest, steering away from toxic positivity or superficial wellness trends.

A Brand Rooted in Duality and Empathy

Raised in Montreal, Farabi’s upbringing bridged cultures. “One minute I was speaking Bangla at home, the next I was navigating French with friends,” he recalls. This cultural duality sharpened his emotional awareness, shaping Cloudzilla’s empathetic and inclusive voice.

From creating Lego cities to stop-motion animations, Farabi has always enjoyed building worlds. Over time, his focus shifted from imaginary realms to real emotional needs. Inspired by creators like Jay Shetty and his personal experiences, he developed tools designed for comfort—not perfection.

A Softer Approach to Gen Z Wellness

At its core, Cloudzilla is a wellness platform that blends candid design with real-world impact. The project includes a self-published Wellness Journal, interviews, and affirmations that encourage openness around mental health. It also includes an apparel shop and a newsletter and has featured collaborations such as a recent Amazon Prime Video spotlight with a contestant from the reality show Beast Games.

His efforts earned him nominations for the CanadianSME National Business Award and the Canadian Choice Award, and his journal received Editor’s Choice recognition from Product Of Culture. Yet, Farabi values personal milestones most: “When someone tells me my post helped them through a bad day—that’s when it clicks. That’s the real win.”

Looking Ahead: Bigger Dreams, Same Mission

Now 20, Farabi envisions expanding his impact with new ventures, including a mission-driven marketing agency, a novel, and possibly a TV show. Despite these ambitions, his focus remains steadfast: community, storytelling, and soft-impact leadership.

He is particularly interested in collaborating with value-driven brands—those prioritizing people over profit. Whether through creative consulting, design direction, or emotional branding, Farabi aims to help others find and use their voice with intention.

Creatively, he’s open to exploring fiction, film, and emerging formats. Regardless of medium, storytelling remains central—a way to connect, build trust, and help others feel less alone.

As he looks forward, Farabi’s vision is clear: to leave the world better, softer, and more honest than he found it.