Sangli, Maharashtra – November 25, 2025: Indian women’s cricket star Smriti Mandhana‘s eagerly awaited wedding to music composer Palash Muchhal was abruptly postponed on Sunday, November 23, just hours before the ceremony.
The decision came after Mandhana’s father, Shrinivasa Mandhana, suffered a sudden health scare, casting a shadow over what was meant to be a joyous union of sports and entertainment worlds.
As families plead for privacy, unverified social media rumours of infidelity have added unnecessary drama to the situation.
Mandhana, 29, the vice-captain of the Indian women’s cricket team and recent World Cup hero, had been sharing glimpses of her pre-wedding festivities online.
Muchhal, 30, brother of singer Palak Muchhal and known for composing tracks like those in “Sanam Teri Kasam,” proposed to Mandhana in a romantic stadium setup earlier this month.
The couple’s engagement and haldi ceremonies in Sangli drew teammates like Jemimah Rodrigues and Shreyanka Patil, who joined in vibrant dances and celebrations.
The postponement stemmed from a medical emergency involving Shrinivasa Mandhana.
According to Mandhana’s manager, Tuhin Mishra, “Mr Shrinivasa Mandana was having breakfast when his health deteriorated. We called for an ambulance and took him to the hospital. He is under observation.”
Smriti, deeply attached to her father, opted to delay the wedding indefinitely until his recovery.
Compounding the distress, Palash Muchhal was hospitalized in Mumbai’s Goregaon area due to exhaustion and emotional strain.
His mother, Amita Muchhal, revealed in an interview: “Palash is extremely attached to Smriti’s father. When he fell ill, it was Palash, before Smriti, who decided that they should not go ahead with the wedding rituals until he got better.”
She added that Palash “cried for 4 hours” after the news, leading to his admission for ECG and IV fluids.
Palak Muchhal, Palash’s sister, shared on Instagram: “Due to Smriti’s dad’s health, Smriti and Palash’s wedding has been put on hold. Would request all of you to respect the privacy of the family in this sensitive time.”
By Monday, Mandhana and her close circle, including Rodrigues, had deleted all wedding-related posts from social media, fueling further speculation.
Amid the health-focused narrative, unverified allegations of Palash’s infidelity have proliferated on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit.
Posts claim he was “caught red-handed” with a choreographer, possibly Anjana Chandan, during rehearsals, suggesting the marriage was a “publicity stunt.”
Screenshots of alleged flirtatious chats have gone viral, with users dubbing Palash a “topibaaz” (con artist).
However, these claims lack substantiation from reliable sources.
A Reddit thread discusses “leaked chats” but provides no concrete evidence, with discussions largely speculative.
Fans and outlets like LatestLY have urged restraint, noting the couple’s “tough times” and calling for an end to rumour-mongering.
The key timeline of events unfolds as follows: In early November 2025, the engagement was announced, with pre-wedding buzz peaking after the World Cup win.
On November 21-22, sangeet and haldi ceremonies took place in Sangli, featuring viral videos of dances.
On the morning of November 23, Shrinivasa Mandhana was hospitalised during breakfast.
That afternoon, the wedding was postponed, and guests departed.
In the evening of November 23, Palash was hospitalised in Mumbai due to stress.
On November 24, social media posts were deleted, and Palak appealed for privacy.
By November 25, rumours had intensified online, with no official response from the couple.
This incident underscores the challenges celebrities face in balancing personal milestones with public scrutiny.
Mandhana, celebrated for her on-field resilience, now navigates emotional turmoil off it.
Experts suggest the postponement will not derail her career, with India gearing up for future tournaments.
However, the rapid spread of baseless rumours highlights social media’s double-edged sword, amplifying support while breeding toxicity.
As Brieffeeds.com continues to track updates, the focus remains on recovery and respect.
Mandhana’s fans worldwide echo Palak’s plea: Let empathy prevail over speculation.
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