NEW DELHI: Indian cricketer
Smriti Mandhana has officially confirmed that her wedding with music composer
Palash Muchhal has been "called off", putting an end to weeks of speculation and social media discussions. The Indian women’s team vice-captain shared a statement on Instagram, marking her first public acknowledgment of the situation.
Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!"I need to clarify that the wedding is called off. I would like to close this matter here and implore all of you to do the same," she wrote.
Mandhana also said she felt compelled to speak after persistent speculation.
"Over the past few weeks there has been plenty of speculation around my life and I feel it is important for me to speak out at this time," she said in her post.
Calling herself a “very private person,” she urged restraint and understanding from the public.
She requested fans and followers to "respect the privacy of both families" and give them the "space to process and move on".
Mandhana added that her focus now shifts back to cricket and India’s upcoming season.
"I believe there is a higher purpose driving us all and for me that has always been representing my country at the highest level. I hope to continue to play and win trophies for India for as long as possible," she said.
The note concluded with a message of gratitude: "Thank you for all your support. It's time to move forward."
Smriti Mandhana - Palash Muchhal wedding cancelled: TIMELINE of the relationship
July 2024Mandhana and Palash Muchhal made their relationship public by sharing an Instagram post celebrating five years together, featuring a cake marked with a “5”.
October 2025At a press event, Palash hinted at marriage, saying, “She will soon become the daughter-in-law of Indore.” The statement went viral among fans.
November 2025 – Stadium proposalPalash proposed to Mandhana at Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium — the venue of India’s Women’s World Cup triumph. Videos of the moment, including Mandhana removing a blindfold before saying yes, quickly spread across social media.
Soon after, Muchhal revealed a tattoo of Mandhana’s initials and jersey number. Their engagement was later confirmed through playful reels featuring her teammates.
Mid-November 2025Pre-wedding rituals, including the Haldi ceremony, began with photos circulating widely online.
November 24, 2025On the day the wedding was scheduled, Mandhana’s manager announced a postponement after her father was hospitalised due to a heart ailment.
December 7, 2025Mandhana issued her final statement calling off the wedding and asking for privacy.
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