Khudsiya Nazeer: Lifting Beyond Limits and Inspiring the Aukera Movement

In the world of weightlifting, Khudsiya Nazeer has become an emblem of resilience, determination, and empowerment. Her journey, from overcoming societal expectations to breaking world records, mirrors the ethos of Aukera: empowering women to embrace their individuality, make uncompromising choices, and inspire ripples of change.

Breaking Barriers: A Champion’s Journey

Khudsiya Nazeer, also known as Khushi, is based in Bangalore. What set out as an initital desire to lose weight after childbirth led Khushi down a path to weightlifting. At the gym, she felt driven. Soo enough, she found herself enrolling in a local powelifiting compeititon. From here, there was no turning back. Khushi’s successes herein made her climb upwards to the national level. 

On December 6, 2022, she set a world record by lifting a total of 300 kg—a feat that included a 110 kg raw squat, a 120 kg deadlift, and a 70 kg bench press. This remarkable achievement was made even more extraordinary as it came after she underwent a Caesarean section. Her triumph is a testament to her resilience and her refusal to let life’s challenges define her limits. In 2023, she continued to shine on the global stage, winning three gold medals at the Asia Pacific Masters Games in Jeonbuk, South Korea. 

Earning herself the title of Iron Lady of India, Khushi is an icon. Her achievements not only highlight her physical strength but also a mental fortitude, making her an inpsiration for women everywhere. We cmahion the power of choice not compormise, encouraging women to beleive that if you put your mind to it, you can conquer anything. 

Empowering Women Through Action

Khudsiya’s influence extends beyond the weightlifting platform. She has become an advocate for women’s empowerment, sharing her story on international platforms, including Harvard University. Through her speeches, she inspires women to break free from societal constraints and embrace their true potential. This ripple effect of empowerment—where one woman’s courage inspires countless others—is at the heart of Aukera. Our Echoes of Choice movement, started this 2025, honors the bold choices women make and the change those choices inspire.

Redefining Strength and Femininity

Khudsiya’s journey redefines traditional notions of strength and femininity. In a society that often imposes rigid standards on women, her achievements stand as a reminder that strength is multifaceted. She has shown that being a mother, a trailblazer, and an athlete are not mutually exclusive but complementary facets of a woman’s identity. Aukera’s jewelley reflects this same redefinition. Bold yet elegant, it symbolizes the strength, resilience, and individuality that Khushi embodies. Like her story, each piece of Aukera jewellery carries the message that women can embrace their power and beauty simultaneously.

The Ripple Effect of Bold Choices

Khudsiya’s story aligns beautifully with Aukera’s Echoes of Choice campaign. Just as Aukera celebrates women who make bold, uncompromising decisions, Khudsiya exemplifies the power of choice. By pursuing weightlifting, she broke stereotypes, defied societal expectations, and paved the way for other women to pursue their dreams unapologetically. Her world record sends a powerful message: women are not defined by their circumstances but by their choices. This philosophy resonates deeply with Aukera’s core message: 

My Choice. My Voice. Aukera.