Updated On: 14 July, 2025 03:25 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
As they embark on separate personal journeys, both Saina and Kashyap continue to command immense respect within the badminton community and beyond

Kashyap Parupalli with Saina Nehwal. File pic
In a surprising turn of events, Indian badminton icon Saina Nehwal has announced her separation from husband and fellow shuttler Kashyap Parupalli. The couple, who have been together for over a decade and tied the knot in 2018, confirmed their decision to part ways through a heartfelt statement shared by Saina on Instagram on Sunday.
“Life takes us in different directions sometimes,” Saina wrote in her post. “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. I`m grateful for the memories and wish nothing but the best moving forward. Thank you for understanding and respecting our privacy during this time," read the statement on social media.
Picture Courtesy/Saina Nehwal`s Instagram account