The wedding ceremony of star Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal, which was scheduled for Sunday in Sangli, Maharashtra, has been postponed. The decision came after Smriti’s father, Shrinivas Mandhana, was suddenly taken ill and hospitalized.
Reason for Postponement
- Health Concern: Smriti’s father was rushed to the hospital after being taken ill during breakfast.
- Family Statement: Family representative Tuhin Mishra confirmed the development, stating, “Smriti’s father was taken ill during breakfast. After that an ambulance was called and rushed to hospital where he is under observation.”
- Request by Smriti: Mishra added that the wedding has been deferred at the request of Smriti Mandhana herself, and the family has asked for privacy at this time.
Smriti’s parents, Smita and Shrinivas Mandhana, reside in Sangli, where the wedding was set to take place.
The Couple and Pre-Wedding Buzz
- Smriti Mandhana: One of India’s leading cricketers, she has scored over 9,500 international runs and was a key member of the squad that won the 2025 Women’s Cricket World Cup and the Women’s Asia Cup titles in 2016 and 2022.
- Palash Muchhal: A music composer based in Mumbai, he is the brother of well-known playback singer Palak Muchhal.
The couple had already celebrated their haldi and sangeet ceremonies in an intimate setting, and pictures and videos from the vibrant pre-wedding festivities had gone viral on social media, showcasing the couple’s chemistry and traditional attire.