She was underweight and her family was concerned about her health, she was only 35 kg of weight and her parents wants to increase her weight. Sahlika joined a gym and after 6 months her body was taking shape with weight, her coach realised that she can take part in a bodybuilding competition. Within 2 years she was crowned as Miss Delhi in 45 kg category. She has tried her hand in weightlifting also and can lift 120kg.