One of the few Indian influencers to have gained global recognition, Diipa Buller Khosla is the winner of four Influencer of the Year awards. The lifestyle and fashion blogger is also renowned for her work in the social change realm through her non-profit organization, Post For Change.
She also walked the Cannes Film Festival red carpet, this year. Diipa never fails to channel her inner desi diva at events like these. She is being applauded for showcasing Indian fashion at an international level.
Here we have for you Diipa Buller Khosla , talking about her journey, influncer culture and motherhood experience in a candid chat with Women Fitness India
Namita Nayyar
Being brought up in India, you moved to the Netherlands for studies and ended up being the most popular influencers, tell us how the journey has been for you
Diipa Buller Khosla
It has definitely been a journey consumed with rollercoaster-filled rides. I moved to Holland where I chose to study Law at a university in Amsterdam. At the time, I was a young girl becoming a woman and going through all these changes and diving deeper into adulthood. Going from a sheltered and strict boarding school to one of the most liberal places in this world was a huge change for me. At this point, I had met so many people and experienced so many things that led me to become more international and marking territories in so many places. After which I moved back to Holland for love and for my now husband where I continued to grow my career as an influencer, allowing me to reach my highest ambitions and reach so many people with the hopes of spreading love and positivity.
Namita Nayyar
You have started your foundation focusing on Women Empowerment, also have worked with the UN and different NGOs what is your perspective on women being mentally and physically empowered
Diipa Buller Khosla
I believe women organically possess a characteristic that enables us to be strong and will-powered, regardless of the topic of discussion. We are truly stronger as we lift each other up, hence why one of the driving pillars behind Post4Change is women empowerment. Womanhood is something that holds so much purity yet power all at the same time. A woman should be proud to simply be a woman, whether it be a mother, daughter, sister, wife, or individual; a woman is a being of greatness.
A woman is responsible for life, nurturing, and care. However, she is also capable of success and strength, keeping her dignity held high and mind-focused. There is nothing more powerful than strong women building other strong women up, this is what womanhood is in my eyes.
Namita Nayyar
According to you “Pregnancy has taken my deepest fears about myself, to truly show that I’m stronger than them.” you recently embraced motherhood, share your thoughts & message for all mothers.
Diipa Buller Khosla
Being a mom isn’t always the easiest of challenges, you don’t always feel like you’re doing a good job but one thing known for certain, is the intensity and amount of love you have for your child, so much so that you would do anything for them.
A message to all the mothers out in the world, you are strong, brave, and acknowledged for your capabilities. You deserve a token of appreciation for every challenge you face, whether it be a routine you’ve become accustomed to, or simply figuring this whole motherhood thing out.
Namita Nayyar
How did being parents change your relationship with your partner?
Diipa Buller Khosla
Oleg and I have always considered ourselves a dynamic team, since Dua has arrived, nothing has dented our beliefs. We are new to parenthood and are learning new things day-by-day, however, what makes things simpler, is knowing that we’ve got each other’s backs with full support. We are enjoying the new addition to our family wholeheartedly, as she filled in the missing piece to what is now, our perfect little family.
Namita Nayyar
Women Fitness India talks about celebrity diets and fitness regimes, what diet did you follow during your pregnancy, also the weird cravings you had during this time. 5 foods you make sure to consume & avoid?
Diipa Buller Khosla
I did not follow any diet during my pregnancy, however, maintained a healthy balanced eating regime. Vegetables and fruits were a huge part of my meals, always craving something refreshing. Lastly, something I refused to let go of was Indian food! If anyone knows something about me, they know how much I adore is Indian food, that being said, I kept it to a minimum yet still enjoyed it!
Namita Nayyar
A fitness routine that you follow, tips for new moms on weight management?
Diipa Buller Khosla
As a society, we are conditioned to hide our postpartum bodies, almost to be ashamed of loose skin, extra gained weight, and stretch marks. There is so much pressure to ‘bounce back and cover the aftermath of nurturing a human in you for 9 months inside your womb. As mothers, we should be proud of our bodies that grew, nourished, and birthed our precious babies. The advice I’d share with any new mom is to let your body recover from the tiring experience it’s been through, thereafter once your body is stronger, allow yourself to get into a workout regime that is most comfortable for your body. Yoga, jogging, pilates, or even getting back in the gym, are all great options!
Namita Nayyar
You have been applauded by 4x influencer of the year, who is your biggest inspiration and supporter in your journey? Favorite Indian influencer whose work you love
Diipa Buller Khosla
My husband is my biggest support always cheering me on when I win or lose. My mother is my biggest inspiration has been able to raise us kids and how she continues to teach us all she knows. I will always be in awe of her.
My favorite Indian influencer is definitely Masaba! Her designs are impeccable and she generally just is such a badass boss.
Namita Nayyar
Social Media is both a boon and bane, your thoughts on social media trolling and bullying
Diipa Buller Khosla
Unfortunately, where there is light, there is also darkness… even on social media. We live in a society that is accustomed to hiding behind screen profile names, giving people the power to behave more inhumanely and uncompassionate towards others. Online bullying is a serious problem we face, not many acknowledging the harsh backlash hateful words and actions can cause. As much as it seems simple to ignore comments, we need to tackle the social issue at the core and acknowledge unethical behavior.
Namita Nayyar
You have flawless skin and hair, your favorite organic rituals that you swear by
Diipa Buller Khosla
Flawless features don’t exist! It takes a combination of healthy eating and using products that agree with your skin to achieve healthy-looking skin and hair. I like to keep it simple and use minimal products on both my hair and skin, aiming to use natural ingredients more often.
Namita Nayyar
Message for women fitness India readers on prioritizing their mental health this year
Diipa Buller Khosla
Mental health is of utmost importance, you have to feel good mentally, to look and feel good physically. It is understandable that life gets in the way and other people’s problems may seem greater than our own at the time, however, it is so important to step up and put our own happiness and mind first. Take time to focus on yourself and the goals you want to achieve in your day, month, year, or life!
Namita Nayyar
5 Tips for couples to keep the romance alive while they are at home.
Diipa Buller Khosla
- Date night: Make time for each other after work where you are only focusing on each other
- Remember to also take some time for yourself – Having some time without your partner is just as important. You can do this by reading a book, or listening to podcasts, and just making time for yourself.
- Cook together – find a nice recipe and make a time out of it where you both learn new cooking skills in the kitchen
- Game night – keep the fire alive with a little competition going!
- Make sure to communicate about reflect on the important things in your life and where life is going to make sure you’re still on the right page