Weightlifter Mummy: How Roshni Devi, A 70-Year-Old Mom, Became India’s Fitness Inspiration

Roshni Devi is a 70-year-old woman from India. She is not a typical mother or a grandmother. She’s not knitting sweaters or watching soap operas. Instead, she’s in the gym, deadlifting over 100 kg, wearing a salwar kameez, and shattering every age-based stereotype society has placed on mothers and grandmothers like her. The Reelstars has brought forward another Real Hero this Mother’s Day 2025.

Who is Roshni Devi – A Mother Behind @weightliftermummy?

What started as a recovery journey from arthritis has today turned into a nationwide movement. Her Instagram page @weightliftermummy, handled by her son Ajay Sangwan, is a visual diary of power, spirit, and strength. Roshni Devi’s journey is extraordinary, from battling knee pain and back injuries to becoming a fitness icon.

Pain Was Her Beginning, Strength Became Her Story

Roshni Devi struggled to walk due to severe arthritis in her knees and a lower back injury. At 68, most people would accept this as a typical sign of ageing. But not her. She stepped into the gym, guided by her son and certified coach Ajay Sangwan. Within months, she was not just walking, she was lifting weights, doing squats, holding planks, and pushing gym equipment weighing more than 200 kg. This transformation is shared using Instagram; her content has left netizens speechless.

One of her most viral videos shows her performing a trap bar deadlift of almost 100 kg, something many half her age would find difficult. Her outfit? A traditional salwar kameez. Her vibe? Pure fire.

Ajay Sangwan – Roshini Devi’s Son, Coach and Cameraman

Ajay Sangwan is not just Roshni Devi’s son, he is also her coach, motivator, and digital storyteller. He is a certified strength training expert, shares content through his page @fitwithajaysangwan and Weightlifter Mummy @weightliftermummy, which he manages for his mother.

His coaching isn’t just about lifting weights and showing off; it’s about understanding techniques and science and following a systematic approach. Roshni Devi is lifting spirits, adding a new trait to what motherhood also means and empowering people to believe in second chances. As seen in every video, his calm, respectful, and professional guidance shows how deep their bond goes beyond just fitness. From helping his mom fix her posture to cheering her on during tough lifts, Ajay has become a symbol of the perfect son India needs more of. This unstoppable mom-son duo deserves the spotlight this Mother’s Day 2025.

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What Kind of Content Does Roshni Devi Share?

• Real-time workout videos
• Deadlifts, squats, and plank routines
• Motivational reels for seniors
• Training clips with her son and coach Ajay
• Progress transformations (from knee pain to beast mode)

With over 55K followers and growing, her account isn’t about viral trends, it’s about viral truth.

Netizens Are in Awe – Here’s What They’re Saying

• You inspired me.
• India needs more sons like you.
• Better form than many influencers out there!
• Keep it up, Aunty, you inspire thousands of women.

People across India share stories of starting fitness in their 40s, 50s, and even 70s, all because of Roshni Devi.

Defeating Society’s Expectations

While society often expects older women to slow down and stay indoors, Roshni, aka Weightlifter Mummy, has shown that age is just a mindset. With each lift and every rep, she tells women,

“It’s never too late to take charge of your body.”

With every post, our very own Weightlifter Mummy inspires women, seniors, and families across the country. She is not a bodybuilder nor a celebrity. She is something much greater. Would you start your fitness journey post-60? Because Roshni Devi just gave you the answer.