When my kids trouble me, I feel like punching them: Mary Kom

The Olympian doesn’t just pack a punch but has a sense of humour too. This Muhammad Ali fan talks about her memoirs, Priyanka Chopra playing her in a biopic and Bollywood.

If you weren’t a boxer you would have been...

Perhaps a singer, though I don’t think I can sing better than the punch I pack!



Who would you like to punch?

Those who irritate me unnecessarily. And sometimes when I’m out shopping and my kids trouble me, I also feel like punching them!



Your all-time favourite boxer?

I have always been a big fan of Muhammad Ali. I like his moves and punches.



Are you superstitious about boxing – do you do anything special before a bout?

Not exactly, though I would love to wear my own boxing shoes if allowed to do so.



What was your first impression about Priyanka Chopra playing you in the upcoming biopic?

I really felt very happy about Priyanka being chosen to play my role. She is very talented and very fit too.



Do you plan to teach your kids how to box?

They are too young at the moment, but I plan to do so soon.



The best thing about motherhood is…

That I have got a chance to make my kids better human beings.

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The most touching thing that your kids have done for you?

They always have lots of ideas for my birthday. This time they had a huge cartoon saying ‘I love you and happy birthday mom’.



If you had to play a Bollywood heroine in a biopic, who would you like to play?

I can play anyone as I like all of them. I’m quite fond of Bollywood.



The biggest risk that you have taken?

Continuing with boxing when my family and kids needed me.



One piece of advice you wish someone had given you 10 years ago?

I wish someone had asked me to in my childhood itself.



One song that describes your current state of mind.

Aaj main upar, aasman neeche (Khamoshi).



If you were a singer, which song would you love to sing?

Something that my husband would have composed.



Your fitness secret.

Complete fitness is when you are physically, emotionally and mentally fit. This happens when you stay happy and content.



We hear you never cut your nails for boxing. Why?

I like them long and pretty.

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