Manu Bhaker doubles down on trolls, flaunts room full of medals in heartwarming post

Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker recently showcased a room full of medals, continuing her response to social media trolls. In a heartwarming post, she reflected on her long journey to Olympic glory, displaying the numerous medals she has earned throughout her illustrious career. Although Manu has become a household name since the Paris Olympics, she has faced significant trolling on social media.
Critics questioned Manu for ‘flaunting’ her Olympic medals at felicitation programs across the country. As the first Indian woman to win more than one medal at a single Olympic Games, she has taken a break from competitive shooting to attend various award functions and promotional events.
“I was 14 when I started my journey in shooting. Never did I imagine I would reach this far. Once you start something, make sure you do everything possible to chase your dreams relentlessly, no matter how tough it gets. Stay focused, stay driven, and let your passion fuel your journey. Every small step forward brings you closer to greatness. Keep going; you’re capable of much more than you imagine! And, yes, my dream of winning Olympic gold medals continues,” Manu shared in her post, along with a photo of her medals spread out on her bed, with her two Olympic medals prominently displayed at the centre.
At Conclave Mumbai on Thursday, September 26, Manu and her coach, Jaspal Rana, addressed the trolling. Jaspal defended her, stating that Manu has earned the right to showcase her achievements.
“People talk about why she’s showing off her medals. That’s her right. She has won them, and it’s a good thing that people want to see the medals—Manu with the medals. Before the Olympics, nobody invited us anywhere. Let her fly with the medals wherever she goes. We must be proud of her,” Jaspal Rana emphasised.
During the candid Conclave Mumbai session, Manu was at her cheeky best, even though she appeared without her Olympic medals. She explained why she carries her medals around.
“It took me eight and a half years to win those medals for India. I believe those medals belong to the country. They are just with me for a while—my entire life. Whenever I go anywhere, people ask me to show them the medals. They want me to bring my medals along. When they see them, candid pictures are always taken and posted online,” she added.
Although Manu Bhaker will miss the shooting World Cup in New Delhi, she is eager to return to the training range. With her sights set on future glory, the Los Angeles Olympics looms as a significant goal.