Saina Nehwal's old statement resurfaces after split from husband, Parupalli Kashyap: ‘We're opposite in every way except badminton'
badminton
court,
Saina Nehwal
and
Parupalli Kashyap
have officially parted ways. The announcement, which came via a heartfelt Instagram post by Saina in July 2025, left fans surprised—and digging up old interviews where the couple once spoke candidly about their contrasting personalities.
In a 2021 interview with You and I, the duo had offered a rare glimpse into their off-court chemistry. When asked what they had in common, Saina bluntly replied: 'Only badminton… all our other choices are different!' Kashyap echoed the sentiment, stating that badminton always came first for both of them, even above each other. Their differences, they revealed, ranged from movies and music to social habits. While Kashyap enjoyed serious, intense cinema and was known for his warm and outgoing nature, Saina preferred Bollywood masala, kept to herself, and even joked about her reluctance to share food.
Saina Nehwal announces separation
On July 14, Saina released a dignified statement announcing the
separation
: '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 ended by thanking well-wishers and requesting privacy during this transition.
Saina Nehwal's Instagram story about separation from husband Parupalli Kashyap.
Their love story began quietly in the corridors of
Pullela Gopichand Academy
, where they trained together as young shuttlers. Despite being in the public eye, they managed to keep their relationship private for years before officially marrying in 2018. Their bond had become symbolic for
Indian sports
fans, representing not just shared ambition but also mutual respect and support.
About Saina Nehwal and Parupalli Kashyap
Saina Nehwal is widely regarded as a trailblazer for Indian badminton. Hailing from Haryana, she first made headlines after winning the BWF World Junior Championships in 2008. She went on to become the first Indian woman to reach an Olympic quarter-final, the same year and eventually brought home a bronze medal at the 2012 London Olympics. Saina made history again in 2015 when she became the first Indian woman to be ranked World No. 1 in badminton.
Parupalli Kashyap, too, carved his name into history books. In 2012, he became the first Indian male player to reach the quarter-finals of the Olympics. A year later, he achieved his career-best world ranking of No. 6. In 2014, he claimed
Commonwealth Games gold
, ending India's 32-year-long wait for a men's singles title in the event. Unfortunately, injuries frequently disrupted his progress, yet he remained a respected figure in the badminton community.
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