Where are Manu Bhaker’s medals? Shooter gives fans a tour of her Olympic medal box

Manu Bhaker, who made history as the first Indian to win two medals at a single Olympic Games since Independence, recently shared an Instagram reel featuring Karan Aujla's song 'Jee Ni Lagda' playing in the background, with the lyrics "Tere ko dekh ke jee nahi lagda..." In the reel, the Olympian proudly showcases her bronze medal, giving her followers a close look at the blue box that holds the Olympic medal, as well as the details engraved on it, including the symbols and text featured on both the medal and its case.

However, it was her final reaction that truly stole everyone's heart. Manu playfully winked at the camera and followed it with a lighthearted laugh, adding a humorous touch to the moment.

She captioned the post as: "Grateful for all your blessings and support! Here’s a glimpse of the medal box that holds my Olympic dream."


Manu's post gained more attention than expected, racking 300,000 likes within 24 hours. Many expressed admiration and pride, leaving comments like "So proud to see that, champion" and "Inspiration." Supporters also praised her achievements, with messages such as "India needs you," urging her to continue striving for success.

However, not all responses were positive. Some criticized her for "showing off," with one user commenting, "Our Neeraj Bhaiya hasn't shown his gold medal as many times as you've shown us your bronze," while another remarked, "Ab kuch jyada hi ho raha hai," highlighting the lack of recognition for para-athletes like Avani Lekhara.

Despite the mixed reactions, the overwhelming support Manu received shows she continues to inspire many with her dedication and achievements.


What makes the 2024 Paris Olympic medals special is their unique design. Crafted by the prestigious French jewelry house Chaumet, these medals contain fragments of iron removed from the Eiffel Tower during its 20th-century renovations. The center of the medal is shaped like a hexagon, representing France's nickname, "l'Hexagone," due to the country's shape. The outer design features 3D rays that catch the light, giving the medals a sparkling brilliance.

The medals also carry a small emblem featuring the official mascot of the 2024 Summer Olympics, the Olympic Phryge. Inspired by the iconic Phrygian cap, a historical symbol of freedom in France, this red cap embodies the nation's spirit of liberty. The mascot's design includes the Olympic emblem on its belly, with "Bravo" proudly written in French on its back.