Meehika Barua is a freelance journalist. She has written for Vogue magazine, Cosmopolitan, The Guardian, British Vogue, The Washington Post, Harper’s Bazaar, The Spectator, Glamour magazine, Business Insider, Elle, The Independent, Vice, Allure, Al Jazeera, Stylist, Grazia, Tatler, among other publications.
She was nominated for the Asian Media Award 2022. She was also nominated for the 2023 Rising Star awards. She also won the 2018 Journalism Now Scholar competition by Thomson Reuters. She has written about crucial social issues, such as the rise of accent coaches for Al Jazeera. She has also covered how toxic TV affects Asian women for The Guardian. She has written academic longform reports for American Student publications such as CQ Researcher on Cultural Appropriation. She constantly does panels on how to be a freelance journalist in order to mentor buddying writers. Meehika exemplifies the qualities of a Rising Star through her exceptional contributions to media and journalism. Beyond her impressive portfolio with global publications, she is a vocal advocate for underrepresented voices, often spotlighting critical societal issues such as cultural identity, systemic inequities, and gender dynamics. Her work is characterized by a unique blend of narrative-driven storytelling and in-depth analysis, making complex topics accessible to diverse audiences. Meehika actively supports emerging talent by conducting webinars and participating in industry panels to share her insights on freelancing and navigating the media landscape. Her dedication to empowering others and amplifying marginalized perspectives reflects her role as a future leader in journalism.