Aisha Chaudhary, a young Indian motivational speaker, left an indelible mark despite facing immense challenges. Her inspiring life story, marked by both hardship and triumph, continues to resonate with many.

Biography/Wiki

Born on March 27, 1996, in New Delhi, Aisha was diagnosed with Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) at birth. This condition significantly impacted her life, requiring constant vigilance against infection. She attended The American Embassy School, New Delhi, before health issues forced her to withdraw in 2010.

Family

Aisha came from a supportive family. Her father, Niren Chaudhary, is the President of Yum! Brands South Asia, and her mother, Aditi Chaudhary, has been instrumental in sharing Aisha’s story and legacy. She also had a brother, Ishan Chaudhary.

Death

Pulmonary fibrosis tragically claimed Aisha’s life on January 24, 2015, in Gurgaon, India, at the young age of 18. This lung disease severely restricted her breathing and mobility. Despite her health struggles, she maintained an incredibly positive outlook.

From the age of 15, she relied on portable oxygen. Doctors warned her of the dangers of even minor infections, yet she bravely travelled extensively to deliver her motivational speeches. Her lung capacity, at 35% in 2014, eventually decreased to a mere 20%, highlighting the severity of her condition.

Favourite Things

Aisha’s passions extended beyond speaking. She enjoyed:

• Writing
• Painting
• Spending time with animals (“Buy a dog when nothing else works,” she famously said.)

Her favorite actor was Ranbir Kapoor.

Motivational Speaker

Despite her health challenges, Aisha became a renowned motivational speaker, captivating audiences with her inspiring messages. Her early exposure to the adult world fostered a remarkable maturity in her writing and understanding of life. Starting at just 14, she delivered talks at prestigious events like INK and TEDx.

Facts

Aisha’s determination extended to writing. Inspired by Hugh Prather’s “Notes to Myself,” she penned her own book, “My Little Epiphanies,” during her final months. This 5,000-word book, filled with both words and doodles, was published by Bloomsbury Publishing at the Jaipur Literature Festival shortly after her passing.

Her life, though short, was rich with experiences, encompassing a wide range of emotions. The film “The Sky Is Pink,” starring Priyanka Chopra, recounts Aisha’s extraordinary journey.