Soumita Saha Pens Emotional Note For Sonam Wangchuk

Soumita Saha Pens Emotional Note For Sonam Wangchuk

Soumita Saha Pens Emotional Note For Sonam Wangchuk

“My Heart Isn’t In It”: Artist Soumita Saha Puts Creative Announcements On Hold, Pens Emotional Note For Sonam Wangchuk
On the eve of her birthday, Kolkata-based multidisciplinary artist Soumita Saha chose silence over celebration.

Known for sharing updates about her music, paintings, literary pursuits, and exhibitions with her followers, the artist took to social media with an emotional statement explaining her recent absence from the public eye. In a heartfelt post, Saha revealed that she has deliberately refrained from sharing previews of her upcoming artwork and exhibitions, citing her distress over the ongoing situation involving education reformist and environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk.

“I am truly sorry. Over the past few days, I have received numerous messages asking why I haven’t yet shared any glimpses of my new artwork or spoken about my upcoming exhibitions. The truth is, my heart hasn’t been in it,”

she wrote.

The post, accompanied by an elegantly designed visual featuring art supplies and a message of empathy, quickly resonated with many of her followers, who lauded her for prioritizing compassion over self-promotion.

Saha’s note struck a deeply personal chord as she reflected on Sonam Wangchuk’s role in advocating for the people of Ladakh. “I may not understand the intricacies of politics, but I understand humanity. He is not fighting for himself—he is fighting for our brothers and sisters, for our collective future, and for the generations yet to come,” she wrote.

While maintaining an apolitical stance, the artist expressed her admiration for Wangchuk’s perceived selflessness, adding, “There are very few minds as selfless, courageous, and brilliant left among us. He must live.”

Over the years, Soumita Saha has built a reputation as a multidisciplinary creator, seamlessly traversing the worlds of music, literature, and visual arts. Her recent works include the poetry compendium Bleeding Vermillion Hues and the monsoon-inspired song Megh Brishti Hoye Jhore Jay, both of which have received appreciation from audiences.

However, her latest social media post offered a glimpse into the person behind the artist—someone willing to pause professional milestones in moments she believes call for collective reflection.

As birthday wishes continue to pour in from admirers across social media, Saha’s message serves as a reminder that, at times, humanity takes precedence over celebration.

“I hope you will understand my silence,” she concluded. “Some moments in life compel us to pause, reflect, and pray.”