The divorce between boxing icon Mary Kom and her former husband, Karung Onkholer (Onler), has devolved into a public dispute, with both parties making serious allegations against each other. The couple, who were married for nearly two decades before divorcing in 2023, are now engaged in a bitter back-and-forth involving accusations of financial impropriety and extramarital affairs.

The controversy erupted after Mary Kom alleged in a recent interview that Onler defrauded her of crores of rupees earned during her boxing career. She claimed that Onler took loans in her name without her knowledge, mortgaged her property without consent, and unlawfully transferred assets. Kom stated that she realized the "real face" of Onler after a 2022 injury, claiming she caught him withdrawing ₹10 lakh from her account and lying about it. She further accused him of transferring properties and assets worth crores into his name without her consent, leading to a breakdown of trust.

Onler has vehemently denied these allegations, dismissing them as baseless. Instead, he has made counter-claims, alleging that Mary Kom had extramarital relationships during their marriage. Onler stated that the first major issue arose in 2013 when Mary Kom allegedly had an affair with a junior boxer. He claimed this caused significant tension between both families, eventually leading to a compromise. He further alleged that in 2017, Mary Kom was involved with another individual associated with her boxing academy. Onler claims to possess evidence, including digital communication records, to support his claims but remained silent to protect the family.

Onler has clarified that he does not object to Mary Kom moving on but objects to being portrayed as the sole wrongdoer. He questions the claims of embezzling crores of rupees, suggesting scrutiny of his accounts. He asserts that while Mary Kom is free to pursue new relationships, it is unjust to make allegations against him without verifiable proof.

The divorce and subsequent allegations have sparked widespread debate. Some are taking Mary Kom's statements at face value, while others are seeking factual clarity. The core of the dispute revolves around financial misconduct and claims of extramarital affairs, painting a complex picture of a deeply personal conflict playing out in the public eye.

The couple first met in 2000 while studying at Delhi University and married in 2005. They have four children together. Onler claims that he helped Mary Kom start her academy and get it registered and raised their children. With both parties trading accusations, the truth remains contested, and the long-term impact on their reputations and family remains to be seen.