Olympic Champion Mary Kom’s marital life is facing turmoil due to an alleged extramarital affair. It is reportedly believed that the boxer is separated from her husband, Karung Onkholer. Once celebrated as an enduring symbol of love and support, the couple could not recover from the 2022 Manipur assembly elections defeat. Amidst the rumour of the failing marriage, let’s look at the net worth of the boxer.
Olympic Boxing Champion Mary Kom captivated the world with her remarkable achievements and inspiring journey. She is known for her determination and unparalleled talent and skill. Born on March 1, 1983, in the small village of Kangathei, Manipur, Mary rose from humble beginnings to become a six-time World Boxing Champion and an Olympic bronze medalist. For her contribution to the boxing ring, she received several prestigious awards, like Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri.
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As of 2024, Mary Kom’s estimated net worth is around $4 to $5 million. Several sources also suggest that it could be around $10 million. Her wealth comes from various sources, including prize money from her boxing career, endorsements, bollywood movies about her life, government awards, and speaking events. Mary Kom’s extensive net worth shows her success in boxing.
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MC Mary Kom, one of the most celebrated Indian boxers, owns several luxury cars. She has a Mercedes-Benz GLS and a Renault Kiger.
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Mary Kom was born as Chungneijang Mery Kom on November 24, 1982, in Kangathei, Manipur. She comes from a humble background. She was the eldest of three siblings. She attended local schools in Manipur and showed interest in sports more than academics since childhood. Later, she enrolled at Manipur University in Imphal for her undergraduate studies. She met Onler, her husband in 2000 in Delhi. The duo got married in 2005 and had twin sons in 2007 and another son in 2013. In 2018, the couple adopted a daughter, as Mary had always wanted a daughter. Onler was a footballer by profession but chose to put his career on hold so that he could raise the kids and take care of the house.
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Currently, the couple is going through a rough patch and is living separately, as reported.
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