When would you be back in the ringIJ
I will be back when I feel mentally and physically fit. It takes a lot of effort for a boxer to come back to shape after pregnancy (she’s just had a third baby) but I will try to make the recovery fast. I am looking at a date sometime post January 2014 for comeback. There are a few championships lined up. Hopefully I will be able to prove my mettle once again.
You have recently had a baby. How hectic is it to balance family and workIJ
I couldn’t have been happier. My family completes me. When I am at work, I don’t think about taking care of my family. My husband and other family members have always helped me to concentrate on my game rather than thinking about the kids and family. But when I am at home, I always give 200% time to my kids, husband and other family members. I always enjoy my best time with them. I try to involve myself in every small-small daily work. I make food, do cleaning, dusting and also gardening.
Your thoughts on the film being made on your life storyIJ Did you have any reservationsIJ
It was a different experience when I heard that Mr. Bhansali (film-maker Sanjay leela Bhansali) wants to make a movie on my life. let’s see… aap logo ko ye movie pasand aa jaye…..It’s an honour for a sports person that a biopic is being made on his or her life. I am glad that Mr Bhansali chose me as a subject. I hope my story acts as inspiration to the youth.
Do you have a cameo in itIJ If not, would you have been interested to actIJ
No, I don’t have any cameo in it and I don’t want to act as I am very bad actor…ha ha ha. To be honest no one has even offered me a role. I am a dedicated boxer and I would love to remain one.
What do you have to say about Priyanka Chopra who is going to play you in the movieIJ
She is the most beautiful actress I have ever met. I have full confidence in her, she will do justice with the role, to showcase my journey.
If not a boxer, what would you have beenIJ
Singer. I am told I have a wonderful voice. I like humming Kishore Kumar’s songs. I also like pop singers.
Other sporting interests apart from boxingIJ
Football. I have played gali football with friends in the street and I am quite a good striker. I am an out and out Diego Maradona fan. I love his style and his presence on the field. He is a fighter.
What kind of support have you received from your husband and in-lawsIJ
My husband and in-laws have always motivated me during my bad days. They’ve given me strength and freedom to concentrate on boxing. When I go out for competition or for a camp, my family takes care of everything.