Deepika Padukone’s Tribute to Prakash Padukone | Badminton News
Deepika Padukone celebrated her father Prakash Padukone’s 70th birthday by announcing the significant expansion of his legacy within the sport. witness the Padukone School of badminton, spearheaded by the badminton legend, grow to over 75 coaching centers sprawling across India. This aspiring plan aims to nurture emerging badminton talent while making top-tier coaching accessible in cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Chennai. Prakash Padukone himself emphasizes the vital role of sports in shaping discipline, resilience, and a winning spirit. News Directory 3 brings you the latest on this inspiring family and their commitment to promoting badminton nationwide. Discover what’s next for the Padukone School of Badminton.
Deepika Padukone Celebrates Father’s 70th with Badminton expansion
Updated June 10, 2025
Bollywood star Deepika Padukone honored her father, badminton legend Prakash Padukone, on his 70th birthday, celebrating his contributions to badminton. She highlighted the Padukone School of Badminton’s (PSB) notable growth, now encompassing over 75 coaching centers in 18 Indian cities. These include Bengaluru,Mumbai,Chennai and Jaipur,among others. The Padukone school aims to promote badminton.
The Padukone School of Badminton hopes to spread the joy of badminton. The initiative seeks to make quality coaching accessible,nurture grassroots talent,and build a strong foundation for the future of Indian badminton.
Ranveer Singh showed his support by posting a heart emoji.
As someone who grew up playing badminton,I’ve experienced firsthand how much this sport can shape one’s life – physically,mentally,and emotionally. Through Padukone School of Badminton (PSB),we hope to bring the joy and discipline of Badminton to people from all walks of life,and build a generation that is healthier,more focused,and inspired by sport. Pappa,those who know you well,know your passion for this sport. That even at 70, all you do is eat, sleep and breathe badminton. And we are committed to making your passion a reality: badminton for All! Happy 70th Birthday pappa!
Deepika Padukone, via Instagram
Prakash Padukone, PSB’s mentor, stated that sports instill discipline and resilience. He added that the school’s goal is to make coaching affordable.
Sport is an integral part of growing up – it instills discipline, resilience, and a winning mindset that extends well beyond the court. With PSB, our goal is to make quality coaching accessible and affordable, nurture talent from the grassroots, and set a strong foundation for the future of Indian badminton.
Prakash Padukone, PSB Mentor and Advisor
PSB partners with schools and institutions to create grassroots academies. These academies feed into the Training program at the three High-Performance Centres of Excellence in Bengaluru.
What’s next
the Padukone School of Badminton plans to further expand its reach, aiming to establish more coaching centers and enhance its training programs to nurture the next generation of badminton players in India. The school will continue to focus on making badminton accessible to all, promoting a healthier and more disciplined lifestyle through sport.