I like the B&W... sharp photo. One little thing here bothered me. I wish you'd open up your eyes, drop the turban (I think that's what's called) a bit more down to your nose. Now your eyes look like hiding too much and they are very beautiful. Good photo overall :)
I think this is a great shot, but my only suggestion would be to have moved the light a little higher, so as to not cast that shadow just around the nose. Other than that, I love your take on the challenge, your composition, and your use of negative space. Well done.