The personal lives of Olympic medalist Mary Kom and her ex-husband Karung Onkholer (Onler) Kom have made headlines after a public and contentious divorce. Mary Kom previously confirmed the divorce in 2023, citing personal difficulties and asking for privacy during the challenging period. She also refuted claims that she was in a relationship with another individual, calling the rumors baseless.
In response, Onler has now broken his silence, rejecting allegations of financial wrongdoing and claiming that Mary Kom engaged in extramarital affairs dating back over a decade. The dispute has become a public narrative, with both sides presenting conflicting accounts of the breakdown of their 20-year marriage, the handling of family assets, and personal relationships.
Who Is K Onler Kom? Ex-Husband of Mary Kom
Karung Onkholer, widely known as Onler, was born in 1982 and has a background as a football player and a lawyer, holding a degree from Delhi University. He met Mary Kom in the early 2000s when he helped her after she faced a personal setback en route to a boxing match in Delhi. Their relationship grew, and they married in 2005. The couple had four children: twin sons in 2007, another son in 2013, and an adopted daughter in 2018.
Onler’s life has largely been private, but he has stepped into the public eye due to the ongoing divorce dispute. Despite allegations from Mary Kom about financial mismanagement, Onler claims he lives in a rented house and does not possess large sums of money or property as alleged. He has challenged Mary Kom to provide concrete evidence supporting her claims.
Allegations of Extramarital Affairs and WhatsApp Proof
In an exclusive interview, Onler said the marriage began to deteriorate over Mary Kom’s alleged extramarital relationships. He claimed that in 2013, she had an affair with a junior boxer, which caused family disputes before a compromise was reached. He further alleged that since 2017, she has been in a relationship with someone linked to her boxing academy.
Onler stated, “I possess WhatsApp messages identifying the individual concerned. I remained silent at the time, but I do not accept being publicly blamed now.” He added that while he has no objection to Mary Kom moving on after their separation, he strongly objects to accusations of financial misconduct and property theft.
Financial Allegations and Counterclaims
Mary Kom had previously alleged that she lost crores of rupees and was deprived of land purchased with her own money, asserting that loans were taken against her property.
Onler rejected these claims, stating, “Any money borrowed during election periods came from friends, and if property were in my name, corresponding documents would exist.” He emphasized that these allegations are false and defamatory, highlighting his current modest living situation in Delhi.
Impact on Family and Children
The couple’s four children, currently in boarding school, are at the center of their concern. Onler said he has supported Mary Kom throughout her career and personal challenges, but the ongoing public dispute has caused distress within the family. He also denied rumors about his personal habits, calling them exaggerated and unfairly circulated by media speculation.
Mary Kom and Onler finalized a customary divorce in 2023, recognized by their community.
Onler stated that this approach helped them avoid prolonged litigation and that while the customary divorce is complete, some formal court proceedings are still pending. Both parties have expressed the desire to move forward while protecting the welfare of their children.
