'Him' - By Daksha Renjit Nair

Written By: Daksha Renjit Nair

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Daksha Renjit Nair presents a profound exploration of identity and morality in the poem 'Him.' Featured in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, this piece delves into the intricate layers of self and the blurred lines between right and wrong. In the poetry category, Daksha invites readers on a contemplative journey, examining the essence of identity in a world that often demands simplistic labels.

About the Work

'Him' is a thought-provoking exploration of identity and moral ambiguity. Through vivid imagery and a poignant narrative, Daksha Renjit Nair challenges perceptions, questioning the nature of guilt and innocence. The poem intricately weaves themes of personal identity, societal expectations, and the internal conflict between one's actions and intentions, leaving readers pondering the true essence of self.

Him'

Original Submission by Daksha Renjit Nair

‘HIM’

Where is he? Who drowns in sin,

Who killed a man claimed ‘not wrong’,

Who held this name to this day,

Whose identity is it anyway?

“Tis’ I who sinned, who did all wrong”,

Said a man in citrus, cuffs and all,

Tears so bright, a pleasured smile,

But is it ‘he’ to plead all while?

Rumors awaiting a respected male,

A hero to society, a loving father,

How is he to end a man?

No place to follow a terrible plan.

As in his heart, another lies,

A feeble child, full of pure and joy,

The flick of a knife, then she had left,

Was enough to rise revenge and theft.

Tis’ not ‘him’ who committed,

This atrocity to be remembered,

Tis’ a part of him, not the whole,

Then is it ‘him’ who’s guilty of all?

An identity, it’s his hope and despair,

His love for others and innocent lies,

His determination and his revenge,

His thoughts to keep, acts be felt.

Yet this merely lies in fraction of part,

An identity, its more than what

Simple words help to discern,

No, an identity lies in a soul.

What one sees deny the others watch,

Trifling cards don’t hold it all,

Not one success to let us find,

What is an identity, pure or wild?

A complex paradox, a code to crack,

A masterpiece, too unique to understand,

Now tell me reader, is it he?

Or a part of him we’ve never seen?

But it’s still him, his rights and wrongs,

Not whole but still a part he sinned,

Intentions justified his hands of blood,

But taints his will, some bit we call… ‘him’

-Daksha Renjit Nair

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform celebrating diverse literary talents worldwide. It invites participants to express their unique voices through poetry and creative writing, fostering a vibrant community of artists who push the boundaries of storytelling and verse.

Thank you, Daksha Renjit Nair, for sharing your insightful poem 'Him' with us. Your participation in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 enriches our understanding of identity and morality. We appreciate your contribution to the literary landscape and look forward to witnessing more of your compelling work.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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