NYC CEO Hemakshi Motka Shares Grandma's Concerns Over Unmarried Status

‘I Run Multi-Million Dollar Firm’: NYC CEO Says Grandma’s Worried She’s Still Unmarried

A New York-based business executive has sparked an engaging online discussion after revealing that her grandmother in India is disappointed with her unmarried status, despite her professional achievements. Hemakshi Motka, the president of Priya Grown Diamonds, shared her story in an Instagram video, blending humor and frustration.

Motka recounted a recent incident where her grandmother attended a local event in India that distributed ceremonial blankets to married daughters. Unable to collect one for her granddaughter, the elderly woman expressed sadness over Motka’s single status. “My grandma is sad because she went to an event where they were giving out blankets to all the married daughters of the town, and she could not collect one because I am not married,” Motka said in the video. Highlighting the irony, she added, “So here I am, literally running a multi-million dollar company in New York City. I have ran a freaking marathon – 42 kilometres. Yet, I lost all those achievements to a ceremonial blanket.”

In the caption accompanying her post, Motka urged women to redefine wisdom-hard-work-is-the-key-to-luck" class="nd-inline-link">success beyond societal norms. “As women, we’re often taught to celebrate the moments when we’re chosen. A proposal. A wedding. Approval. But your mojo is about choosing yourself. It’s the confidence to build a career, take risks, make your own money, and create a life you’re proud of,” she wrote. She further emphasized that while titles and opinions may shift, self-confidence is enduring. “A blanket is nice. But confidence travels with you everywhere.”

The video struck a chord with social media users, sparking debates on generational differences in defining success. Comments ranged from humorous reactions to thoughtful reflections. “I think I stopped breathing for a few seconds because of how hard I’m laughing,” one user remarked. Another acknowledged the generational gap, saying, “While I don’t blame your grandma, they are from a completely different time and generation. I do applaud you for doing things you want to and your way.”

Some users offered creative suggestions to challenge traditional norms. One joked, “That’s Grandma’s way to motivate you to get married before next event so she can get free DHAABLO.” Another proposed a reverse tradition: “Fund a ceremony where you give out blankets to the unmarried daughters – change the game.”