Olympic medallist and boxing champion Mary Kom, who is currently a contestant on Bigg Boss 20, has reportedly landed in legal trouble. Her former husband, Karung Onkholer, popularly known as Onler Kom, has filed a criminal defamation case against her over remarks she allegedly made about him on television and other public platforms.
Mary Kom Faces Criminal Defamation Case
According to reports, Onler has filed the case under Section 356 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with defamation. The matter reportedly relates to comments made by Mary Kom about her former husband.
Onler confirmed that he is pursuing legal action but declined to discuss the allegations in detail, citing the ongoing proceedings. He said, "I have a strong case. I have faith in the judicial system of India. The matter is sub judice, so I won’t comment any further."
The next hearing in the matter is scheduled for November 19, 2026.
What Did Mary Kom Say About Onler?
Mary Kom had earlier spoken about her marriage and divorce and made allegations regarding Onler's handling of her finances and properties. She claimed that money earned through her boxing career was misused and that loans had been taken in her name against property.
She also alleged that some of her assets were transferred to Onler without her proper consent. These claims are part of the background to the reported defamation case. Onler has rejected the allegations.
Mary Kom And Onler Kom's Divorce
Mary Kom and Onler Kom were married in 2005 and have four children. Their relationship later came under public scrutiny following reports of their separation.
In April 2025, Mary confirmed through a statement issued by her lawyer that their divorce had been finalised on December 20, 2023. The statement said the separation was mutually agreed upon and took place in the presence of family members and community leaders.
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Mary Kom's Apology Over Her Comments
Mary Kom later apologised for comments she made during her appearance on Aap Ki Adalat. She said, "I sincerely apologise to all those people, especially the wider male community, who were hurt or disappointed by my comment on the Aap Ki Adalat show. My statement was never meant for all men, nor was it meant to demean or insult any individual."
The Bigg Boss 20 contestant further stated, "That comment was purely connected to our conflict and issues. That moment was emotionally overwhelming for me; years of suppressed pain, depression, feeling used, and betrayal surfaced all at once. I want to make it clear that the statement should not be seen as a teaching, ideology, or concept. I do not promote any kind of negative thought or narrative."
FAQs
Why has Mary Kom reportedly been sued?
Her former husband Onler Kom has reportedly filed a criminal defamation case over remarks she allegedly made about him.
Under which section has the case been filed?
The case has reportedly been filed under Section 356 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
When is the next hearing in the Mary Kom case?
The next hearing is scheduled for November 19, 2026.
Who is Onler Kom?
Onler Kom, whose full name is Karung Onkholer, is Mary Kom's former husband.
Are Mary Kom and Onler Kom divorced?
Yes. Mary Kom confirmed in 2025 that their divorce had been finalised on December 20, 2023.