Mary Kom
Mary Kom

Mary Kom

2014Movie122 minHindi

A chronicle of the life of Indian boxer 'Mary Kom' who went through several hardships before audaciously accomplishing her ultimate dream.

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IMDb6.7/10
Google Users89%
Director: Omung KumarGenres: Biography, Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the inspiring life of Mary Kom, a young woman from Manipur, India, who overcomes immense personal and societal obstacles to become a world-renowned boxer. Despite her father's initial disapproval and the challenges of rural life, she trains rigorously, driven by her passion for the sport. Her journey is marked by fierce determination, significant sacrifices, and a triumphant rise to become a multiple-time world champion and an Olympic medalist.

Critical Reception

Mary Kom received generally positive reviews, with critics praising Priyanka Chopra's powerful performance and the film's motivational narrative. The movie was lauded for its sensitive portrayal of a female athlete breaking barriers in a male-dominated sport and its depiction of the cultural nuances of Manipur. While some found the storytelling a bit formulaic, the overall sentiment was that it was an empowering and well-made biopic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Priyanka Chopra delivers a compelling and physically demanding performance as the titular boxer.
  • The film successfully captures the spirit of an underdog and the determination required to achieve athletic greatness.
  • An inspiring biopic that highlights the struggles and triumphs of a remarkable Indian athlete.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight Priyanka Chopra's incredible performance and the film's ability to inspire. Many appreciated the true story's motivational aspect and the portrayal of Mary Kom's resilience against societal and personal challenges. Some viewers noted that while the story is predictable, the emotional impact and Chopra's acting made it a worthwhile watch.

Awards & Accolades

Won 1 National Film Award (Best Actress for Priyanka Chopra) and 7 Filmfare Awards nominations, winning Best Actress (Popular Choice) for Priyanka Chopra. It also received nominations at various other film festivals and awards ceremonies.

Fun Fact

Priyanka Chopra underwent rigorous training for over three months, including boxing sessions and a strict diet, to physically transform into Mary Kom, even learning the Manipuri dialect for the role.

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r96sk

r96sk

Good film about <em>'Mary Kom'</em>. It takes the usual liberties that biopics tend to do, but this film does it well as the story it produces is very interesting. It arguably should be around 20-30 minutes shorter, but I still found the...
r96sk

r96sk

Good film about <em>'Mary Kom'</em>. It takes the usual liberties that biopics tend to do, but this film does it well as the story it produces is very interesting. It arguably should be around 20-30 minutes shorter, but I still found the...