Land of Bachelors - By Anirban Sen

Written By: Anirban Sen

Category: Poetry

Competition: Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In his evocative poem "Land of Bachelors," Anirban Sen invites readers to traverse the landscape of a bachelor's life, offering insight into the nuances of personal growth and self-reflection. As a participant in the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, Anirban's work stands out in the poetry category, capturing the essence of introspection against the backdrop of everyday experiences. His submission reflects a journey through the intricate tapestry of bachelorhood, exploring themes of identity, desire, and maturity.

About the Work

"Land of Bachelors" is a vivid exploration of the varied experiences that shape a bachelor's life. Anirban Sen weaves a tapestry of imagery and emotion, capturing the oscillation between solitude and social interaction. The poem's rhythm mirrors the ebb and flow of life's phases, employing a rich array of symbols and metaphors. Through its reflective tone, the poem delves into themes of self-discovery, societal expectations, and the ever-evolving nature of personal identity.

Land of Bachelors

Original Submission by Anirban Sen

Land of Bachelors

Grown, green amid the greenery, I bow to my lord, and run towards him.

Blue, bubble amid bubbling, I look to my lord, and start talking.

Gossip, gig, greet, I take my phone, and start chatting.

Ground, garden, girls, I look for my friends and start wondering.

Bicycle, boy, buddies, I look for myself, and start showing.

Bag, bazaar, budget, I ask for myself, and start fleeting.

Teacher, teach, tongue, I withdraw into myself and start quarrelling.

Cricket, couch, call, I want for myself and start looking.

Film, festival, feast, I desire for myself and start devouring.

Pen, paper, pillow, I arrange for myself and start writing.

Attention, attraction, activity, I mess up in myself and start confusing.

Pants, party, play, I long for myself, and start involving.

Flowers, flavours, followers, I make for myself, and start dictating.

Little, listen, logic, I hate myself, and start avoiding.

Problem, poke, provoke, I push myself and start hating.

Hair, her, hermitage, I like for myself, and start constructing.

Muse, music, mode, I worship, and start devoting.

Mother, maa, mom, I obsessed with and start sheltering.

Reality, rock, recognition, I want and start flaunting.

Father, fear, favour, I feel and start isolating.

Food, friends, flirting, I chose and start building.

Old, older, oldest, I grow and start recognising.

Man, mature, mortal, I must and start liberating.

Hope, honesty, humour, I should and start budding.

Poetry, playful, peace, I reconcile and start cradling.

Epic, enter, end, I renounce and start rewriting .

About the Competition

The Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar celebrates the craft of writing, offering a platform for poets and writers to share their voices and stories. This esteemed competition welcomes diverse creative expressions, providing an opportunity for participants to engage with a community of fellow wordsmiths. With a focus on originality and depth, the competition aims to highlight the power of words to inspire, provoke thought, and connect people across the globe.

We extend our gratitude to Anirban Sen for sharing "Land of Bachelors" with us as part of the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. His poem offers readers a profound glimpse into the journey of self-understanding and growth. We thank Anirban for his contribution and look forward to witnessing the impact of his thoughtful and introspective work.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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