Her - By Emily Gallena A/P Roopanathan

Written By: Emily Gallena A/P Roopanathan

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In her poignant poem titled "Her," Emily Gallena A/P Roopanathan invites readers into a world of deep introspection and emotional resonance. As a participant in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, Emily offers a narrative that weaves together themes of vulnerability, resilience, and self-discovery. Her writing, submitted under the pen name "Her," reflects a journey through personal growth and the complexity of human emotions.

About the Work

Emily's poem "Her" captures the essence of an individual's struggle to mask inner turmoil with a facade of strength and happiness. Through vivid imagery, the poem explores the dichotomy between outward appearances and inner reality, using elements of nature like the ocean and the sun as metaphors for the protagonist's emotional landscape. The work is a tender reflection on the imperfect yet profound journey of self-acceptance.

Her

Original Submission by Emily Gallena A/P Roopanathan

A poem by Emily Gallena A/P Roopanathan

Her

She loves the rain, deep conversations, the sun, the moon, the ocean and everything in between

As you look into her eyes her story that is written with millions of words pours like raindrop

But as you seek deeper you see her sorrow, her scars and her broken

She laughs, she cries but she also hides. She hides every part of her she finds as a flaw

Her laugh, her smile, even herself

She sticks her broken pieces with glue and sprinkles it with glitter hoping everyone would see her shine but never the broken lines

She then wipes her tears that collides with her broken lines as it rushes through her cheeks and yells “I’m fine” hoping it is loud enough for people to believe she is fine

She forces a fake smile as her broken pieces shatter more and more and rips her heart like thousands of blade

How did the beautiful part of her suddenly become so painful and deep

How did the pieces she tried to fix shatter into pieces

Maybe the ocean she adores is her. Maybe she is the ocean because as you seek into her eyes you go deeper and deeper

Maybe she is the sun that burns herself to be the brightness for others

Maybe she is the star because she melts herself to be the light

Maybe her was never about being perfect but it was about being completely and imperfectly her

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar celebrates the art of written expression across the world. This esteemed platform encourages writers and poets to showcase their talents, offering a rich tapestry of themes and styles. Participants from diverse backgrounds contribute to a vibrant global dialogue through the power of words.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Emily Gallena A/P Roopanathan for her evocative contribution, "Her," to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Emily's exploration of vulnerability and strength resonates deeply, offering a window into the human experience. We are grateful for her participation and the introspective journey her poem provides.

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.