Indian badminton icon and Olympic bronze medallist Saina Nehwal took to social media on Sunday, July 13, 2025, to announce her separation from her husband, Parupalli Kashyap. The couple, both celebrated badminton players, have been married for nearly seven years.
The emotional announcement came through Saina’s Instagram story, where she spoke about choosing 'peace, growth, and healing' as the reason for their decision to end the marriage.
Saina Nehwal took to her Instagram and posted the statement, “Life takes us in different directions sometimes. After much thought and consideration, Kashyap Parupalli and I have decided to part ways. We’re choosing peace, growth, and healing – for ourselves and each other.” She also expressed gratitude for the memories and asked the public to respect their privacy during this personal time.
Here’s a look back at how their journey together unfolded over the years:
Parupalli Kashyap, a former Indian badminton player, hails from Hyderabad and holds a computer science degree from UPES, Dehradun. He trained at the same Hyderabad academy as Saina and enjoyed an impressive badminton career.
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Parupalli Kashyap had previously posted pictures with Nehwal and captioned, “They say teamwork makes the dream work, but honestly, I’m just here cheering from the sidelines. Happy Birthday, Saina.” In the photos, the two looked happy and close, showing no visible signs of any strain in their relationship. In one image, he was even seen giving her a sweet kiss on the cheek.
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Reacting to the post, one user wrote in disbelief, “What’s happening, Kashyap? I can’t believe you guys are separating!” Another commented, "I just saw @nehwalsaina’s story about the divorce,” expressing shock at the sudden news.
The couple’s mutual decision has been met with overwhelming support from fans across social media. While expressing sadness over the news, netizens praised Saina’s strength and clarity in sharing something so personal.
Respect for their privacy and admiration for their professional legacy continue to pour in.
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Credits: Parupalli Kashyap Instagram/Saina Nehwal Instagram
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