Actor Ranveer Singh has married into a prolific sports family. While his father-in-law Prakash Padukone is an ace badminton player, sister-in-law Anisha is a gold pro, and his wife, actress Deepika Padukone is a national-level badminton player. Recently, Singh revealed that time with the Padukones can get fiercely competitive.
Speaking in an interview, Ranveer said that when he is at the Padukone residence, they often play badminton. He said that Prakash’s skills at the age of 66 are still intact and that he’s “still got it”. The actor also added that whenever the former World No. 1 picks up a racquet, he “puts on a show” and makes his opponents run across the entire court.
“Then sometimes, when he is in the mood, he will start doing these trick shots, which would blow your mind. He is an absolute legend and the kind of wisdom about life and values that he shares with us as his kids, that is invaluable,” Ranveer said. He added that he “treasures” all the life lessons that Prakash imparts.
Ranveer also said that his wife defeats him in badminton as well. “Deepika kicks my butt in badminton, let me tell you,” he said. Adding that since they began dating in 2012, he has never beaten her ever. “It’s not for lack of trying. I am running around sweating. There was a time when she used to beat me under five or 10 points. Now I have gotten to 15-16. So, I am getting there but still unable to beat her,” he said.
Ranveer will next be seen in the film ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’ directed by Divyang Thakkar. He also has other films in the pipeline, including ‘Cirkus’, and ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani’.
