You were all impressed when Mary Kom's first look starring Priyanka Chopra recently released. But before you spend Rs.500 to watch that movie, spare five minutes to watch this video which stars MC Mary Kom - the real Mary Kom - and depicts her bittersweet journey that led her to establish India's Very First Female-only Fight Club.

We all know the struggles she faced in life (racism, poverty, being mocked by the men folk for trying her hand at a male-dominated sport etc etc); but this video is not about that. This video is about her dogged aim to spread gender equality; and to teach thousands of girls to defend themselves against sexual violence.

To achieve the same, this Olympic bronze medal winner has started a Female-only Fight Club in Manipur, India. Take a look...















Through this venture, Mary Kom not only hopes to inspire Indian women but she also hopes that this self-defense art will empower them. Her dream is to see women across the country, from students to housewives, be able to look after themselves and not feel scared or helpless.

In her blog with Huffington Post she wrote, "I've been fighting prejudice my whole life. When I was young, people said girls shouldn't box, but I kept going. I went on to win World Championships and an Olympic medal... I know that my Fight Club won't change the world. But I am confident it will make a difference to a lot of women."

We sincerely hope this inspires each and every woman... SHARE this article with every woman you know.

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