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 Divorce
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.
Saina Nehwal And Parupalli Kashyap Relationship Timeline
Here’s a look back at how their journey together unfolded over the years:
- 1997: Saina and Kashyap first cross paths at a badminton camp.
- 2002: The duo begins training together regularly in Hyderabad.
- 2004–2005: They start dating after joining Pullela Gopichand’s academy.
- 2007: Their bond strengthens while travelling for international tournaments.
- 2018: The couple ties the knot in an intimate wedding on December 14.
- July 13, 2025: Saina announces their separation via Instagram.
- July 14, 2025: The two officially part ways.
Who Is Saina Nehwal’s Ex-Husband Parupalli Kashyap?
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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Key Highlights from Kashyap’s Career:
- 2010 Commonwealth Games: Won bronze
- 2012 London Olympics: First Indian male to reach men’s singles quarterfinals
- 2014 Commonwealth Games: Won gold medal in men’s singles
- Arjuna Award winner (2012)
- Icon Player for Banga Beats in the Indian Badminton League (2013)
- Retired in early 2024 and is now active in coaching
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Parupalli Kashyap Viral Photo With Saina Nehwal
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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