Flame Fe-male - By Hansa Saheer

Written By: Hansa Saheer

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Introducing Hansa Saheer and their evocative poem, "Flame Fe-male," a poignant entry in the Poetry category for the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Hansa, writing under the name Flame Fe-male, explores deep themes of gender dynamics and unspoken struggles in this impactful piece. The competition showcases talented voices from around the world, and Hansa’s entry stands out for its powerful imagery and emotional depth.

About the Work

"Flame Fe-male" delves into the complex interplay between perceived power and underlying support, using the metaphor of a candle and its flame to portray gender roles. The poem’s tone is both reflective and critical, capturing the silent sacrifices and overlooked contributions of women. With a minimalist style, Hansa Saheer skillfully conveys a strong message about recognition and the often-unseen foundation of male achievements.

Flame Fe-male

Original Submission by Hansa Saheer

Flame | Fe-male

She lifted him and held him steadily for the 100th time.

She even melted down every time to make him glow,

Everytime when everyone praised him for

driving away the darkness,she never told them that,

it was she who was beneath him.

And he?

He never wanted to bow down his head once,to look at her.

By and by,

The male chauvinist flame (he),

burnt the candle (she) to death.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform celebrating diverse voices in poetry and creative writing. It offers writers worldwide the opportunity to share their unique perspectives and contribute to the global literary community. Through this competition, Hashtag Kalakar continues its mission to inspire and nurture creativity.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Hansa Saheer for their participation in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. "Flame Fe-male" is a testament to the power of poetry to challenge and illuminate societal issues. We appreciate Hansa’s contribution and look forward to seeing more of their thought-provoking work in the future.

About Hashtag Kalakar

Hashtag Kalakar is a creative platform dedicated to providing artists, writers, singers and other creative talents with opportunities to showcase their work and reach wider audiences through competitions, features and creative initiatives.