Recent online speculation has been fueled by a viral video showing Manu Bhaker’s mother, Sumedha Bhaker, interacting with Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra. The video quickly became the subject of memes and jokes, suggesting that Sumedha might be considering Chopra as a prospective match for her daughter.
In response to the buzz, Manu Bhaker’s father, Ram Kishan Bhaker, has stepped forward to set the record straight. He clarified that Manu, a renowned shooter who recently earned two bronze medals at the Paris Olympics, is still young and not focused on marriage at this time. The family’s primary concern remains supporting Manu’s burgeoning career and personal growth.
Ram Kishan addressed the situation in an interview with Dainik Bhaskar, emphasizing that Manu is not of marriageable age and that there are no discussions or plans regarding marriage in the near future. He further explained that the video depicting the interaction with Neeraj Chopra should be seen in the context of familial affection rather than romantic speculation. “Manu’s mother considers Neeraj like her son,” he said.
What Neeraj Chopra’s Family Said
Neeraj Chopra’s uncle also commented on the ongoing speculation. He noted that, just as Neeraj’s achievements, such as his Olympic gold medal, were widely publicized, any significant future events in his life, including marriage, would be announced in due course.
Highlighting Their Achievements
Both Manu Bhaker and Neeraj Chopra, hailing from Haryana, have made significant contributions to Indian sports. Manu Bhaker made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by winning bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol event, becoming the first Indian woman shooter to earn an Olympic medal. She also secured another bronze in the mixed team 10m air pistol event alongside Sarabjot Singh, marking a remarkable achievement for Indian shooting.
Neeraj Chopra, who previously won gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, added a silver medal to his collection at the Paris Games. Despite a strong showing, including a season-best throw of 89.45m in the qualification rounds, Chopra fell short of gold as Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem achieved a remarkable throw of 92.97m. The high expectations placed on Chopra’s performance made the silver medal seem somewhat underwhelming to some.
Manu Bhaker’s contributions were particularly noteworthy for India, with her achievements significantly contributing to the country’s overall performance. Her success, including two bronze medals, not only brought pride to the nation but also underscored her exceptional skill and dedication in the sporting arena.