Maybe - By Aarya Hemant Sapru

Written By: Aarya Hemant Sapru

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Aarya Hemant Sapru, writing under the name "Maybe," presents a thought-provoking poem titled "Maybe" in the esteemed Poetry category. This work is part of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, a platform celebrating diverse voices in literature. Aarya's piece delves into themes of identity and self-reflection, encouraging readers to ponder their roles in life and how they perceive themselves. The poem's introspective nature invites a deep, personal connection, resonating with those who seek meaning beyond the surface.

About the Work

"Maybe" by Aarya Hemant Sapru is a contemplative exploration of self-identity and existential musings. Through a series of rhetorical questions, the poem examines the contrasting roles one might play in life, from being the creator to the subject of creation. The mood is both introspective and poignant, inviting readers into a reflective journey. Aarya's use of vivid imagery and emotive language captures the essence of longing and self-discovery, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

Maybe

Original Submission by Aarya Hemant Sapru

MAYBE?

Maybe you’re meant to be the poet and not the muse to anyone’s poetry ?

Maybe you’re the writer never meant to be written of ?

Maybe you’re meant to be the artist and not the art ?

Maybe you’re the book meant to collect dust in the corner of the library and not the one people fight over to read ?

Maybe you’re the eyes meant for tears and not portraits ?

Maybe those brown pearls are meant to see love yet never seek ?

Maybe you’re the heart meant to love and not be loved ?

Maybe you dreamt a little too much,

Maybe you trusted a little too far ,

In your silent reveries ,you now ponder ,

It was all “deserved” supposedly…

Maybe it could’ve been like night and day,

If you hadn’t forbade to stay..

Maybe you’d realise your place as a mere alternate luminary skywards,

Whose failures now surpass the amount of times they moved upwards and onwards…

No! नहीं! نہیں! Non!Nein!

Maybe it could’ve been different if you knew you are the moon …

And not just another lost star in the cosmic plume ,

Maybe opulent parallels could be your reality,

If your naïve heart wasn’t trivialized by the envy-stricken chorus, in all its familiarity,

Maybe it could’ve been polar if thy incendium hadn’t been relinquished,

billowing embers thou hadn’t extinguished,

Only if she realized that stretching beyond their nebula,

Was the resplendence , the vastness of her own fabula…

Perhaps if ea never yearned for those chasing only the golden rays of her sunrise,

to gaze at the twinkle of her starry eyes…

Maybe It will be different.

* Aarya Hemant Sapru

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious event that showcases the talents of writers and poets from around the world. This competition provides a platform for emerging and established voices to share their creative works with a global audience. Participants submit pieces across various categories, celebrating the diversity and richness of the literary arts. The competition is a testament to the enduring power of poetry and creative expression.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Aarya Hemant Sapru for sharing the evocative poem "Maybe" with us as part of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Your introspective and beautifully crafted words offer a profound reflection on identity and purpose. We are grateful for your contribution to this literary celebration and look forward to witnessing your continued journey in the world of poetry.

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.