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Mary Kom Breaks Silence on Divorce, Financial Loss Claims and Slander

Her former husband denies wrongdoing as she opts against filing a police complaint.

Overview

  • Speaking to PTI over Jan 10–11, the boxing icon said she separated from Karung Onkholer more than two years ago and the divorce was finalized in 2023.
  • She alleged large financial losses, saying loans were taken, properties were mortgaged and shifted into his name, and land she bought in Manipur was seized by local groups recovering debts.
  • Onkholer denied any wrongdoing when contacted by reporters.
  • She said a serious injury before the 2022 Commonwealth Games left her bedridden and prompted a reassessment of her finances and trust.
  • Citing a year of online and tabloid slander, she asked to be left alone, said she would not pursue police action, and noted she is rebuilding through endorsements while continuing her IOA Athletes Commission role and caring for her four children and dependent parents.