Six-time world champion and Olympic bronze medalist Mary Kom has legally confirmed her divorce from Onkholer Kom, also called Onler, through a legal statement released by her advocate on Wednesday. Mary Kom, in the statement, disclosed that the couple had sealed their divorce on December 20, 2023, according to Kom’s customary law, and both families and clan leaders were present.
The declaration follows growing rumors on social media of Mary Kom’s supposed affair with businessman Hitesh Chaudhary. The speculation gained momentum after the two were spotted holding hands in public. But the 42-year-old boxer forcefully denied being involved in any extramarital activities.
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— Dr. M C Mary Kom OLY (@MangteC) April 30, 2025
“In the light of these speculative and incorrect media reports, I wish to issue the following clarifications: Ms. M.C. Mary Kom and Mr. Onkholer (Onler) Kom are no longer married and they have finalized their divorce by mutual consent under KOM CUSTOMARY LAW on December 20 2023, in the presence of both family members and leaders of the clan as the adjudicating authorities,” the legal notice stated.
“The rumours regarding my client’s relationship involvement with Mr. Hitesh Chaudhary or being in a relationship with another boxer’s husband, are categorically denied and should not be propagated by any media platform,” it further said.
Mary Kom Seeks Privacy During Personal Troubles
Mary Kom clarified that she has remained unmarried for two years and urged the media and public to respect her privacy during this challenging period. The statement threatened legal action against media outlets that continue to circulate unfounded rumors.
“Over the past two years, my client has been going through a deeply challenging time in her personal life, especially with her ex-husband. During this difficult hour, my client requests her friends, fans, and well-wishers to kindly give her the space and privacy she needs to navigate this difficult time,” it stated.
“Failure to comply with these requests will prompt legal action against those who violate this notice, including but not limited to claims of defamation both civil and criminal and breaches of privacy rights as per applicable laws,” the statement ended.
