Mary Kom

About

Boxer from India nicknamed "Magnificent Mary" known for being a five-time World Amateur Boxing Champion and a four-time Asian Women's Boxing Champion. In 2010, she won the Sahara Sports Award for Sportswoman of the Year.

Before Fame

She was inspired to box in 2000 after watching Indian boxer Dingko Singh. She was coached by M. Narjit Singh.

Trivia

She is the first female boxer to have medalled at each of the six major world championships.

Family Life

She has twin sons named Rechungvar and Khupneivar as well as another son named Prince.

Associated With

She was portrayed by actress Priyanka Chopra in the autobiographical 2014 film "Mary Kom."