A few weeks ago, Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palaash Muchhal were in the spotlight for their beautiful pre-wedding celebrations. But their big day came to an unexpected halt when Smriti’s father, Shrinivas Mandhana, suffered a sudden medical emergency on the morning of the wedding. What followed was a swirl of rumours, speculation and unverified gossip — including claims of infidelity — creating confusion around the couple’s future.
Amid all the noise, a new round of reports claimed the two would get married on December 7, 2025. But the Mandhana family has now stepped in to clarify.
Smriti Mandhana’s Brother Breaks His Silence
Speaking to Hindustan Times, Smriti’s brother Shravan Mandhana dismissed the new wedding-date speculation outright.
“I have no idea about these rumours. As of now, the wedding is still postponed,” he said, confirming that no new date has been finalised.
His statement puts an end to the fresh round of speculation — at least for now.
How the Wedding Got Postponed
Smriti and Palaash were originally set to marry in Sangli, Smriti’s hometown. Preparations were underway, families were present, and ceremonies were scheduled — until a sudden crisis unfolded.
- Smriti’s father experienced a health emergency and was rushed to the hospital.
- Within 24 hours, Palaash himself was admitted due to stress.
- His mother later shared that he was on IV support and underwent several tests before being discharged.
With both families prioritising health and stability, the wedding was temporarily paused.
Infidelity Rumours Added Fuel to the Fire
Days after the postponement, social media was flooded with unverified allegations claiming that Palaash had cheated on Smriti.
The gossip escalated further when:
- Smriti quietly deleted wedding-related posts, including the proposal video.
- Her best friend unfollowed Palaash on social media.
This triggered widespread speculation, despite neither Smriti nor Palaash making any public statements.
Palaash’s Mother Responds
While the families largely chose silence, Palaash’s mother, Amita Muchhal, eventually addressed the swirling narratives. She confirmed both families were navigating a difficult moment but insisted the relationship was intact.
“Smriti and Palaash dono takleef mein hain… everything will be fine. Shaadi bahut jaldi hogi,” she said, adding that she had even prepared a grand welcome for Smriti.
The Screenshots, the Allegations, and the Choreographer
The controversy intensified when a woman named Mary D’Costa posted alleged screenshots of conversations with Palaash, claiming he invited her for a swim and spoke about his relationship with Smriti as being “dead.”
Shortly after, another name surfaced — Nandika Dwivedi, reportedly the couple’s wedding choreographer.
According to an unverified Reddit post:
- Palaash was allegedly involved with the choreographer even a day before the wedding.
- He was reportedly caught in a compromising situation by Smriti’s teammate Shreyanka Patil.
None of these claims have been verified, but they added fuel to social media speculation.
Final Words
Despite relentless rumours, the Mandhana family maintains that the wedding remains postponed — not cancelled. With both families staying largely private and emotions running high, the situation continues to evolve.
For now, Smriti and Palaash appear focused on navigating personal and family challenges away from the public eye. Whether the wedding eventually moves forward is something only time — and the couple — will decide.
