Punjab Newsline | Mumbai
Five-time world boxing champion Mary Kom has found herself at the center of a controversy following remarks made during a recent episode of Bigg Boss 20. The comments, in which she appeared to compare her achievements with those of other prominent Indian athletes, triggered widespread debate on social media.
During a conversation with fellow contestant Qazi Touqeer, Mary Kom was asked whether there were other athletes as accomplished as her. Tauqeer mentioned sporting icons such as Saina Nehwal, Sania Mirza, and P.T. Usha. In response, Mary Kom spoke about her own achievements and later stated that no one had accomplished what she had.
The exchange drew mixed reactions online after the episode aired. While some viewers criticized the boxer for appearing dismissive of other athletes’ accomplishments, others defended her, calling the remarks an expression of confidence and pride in her achievements.
As the controversy intensified, Mary Kom’s team released an official statement apologizing for any misunderstanding. The statement said, “If Mary’s words were misunderstood, we sincerely apologize.
It was never our intention to diminish or compare any athlete’s journey. Mary has immense respect for all athletes who represent India and dedicate their hearts and hard work to sports.”
The statement further emphasized that every athlete’s journey is unique and that every achievement and medal contributes to making India proud.
Meanwhile, discussions around the casting of Bigg Boss 20 contestants continue to dominate social media. Addressing the issue in a recent episode, host Salman Khan remarked that despite careful planning, the selection process does not always go as expected, acknowledging that mistakes can sometimes be made in choosing contestants.
