The much-anticipated wedding of Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal continues to be in a state of limbo, with the families yet to announce a new date after the ceremony was abruptly halted last month. The emotional saga has captivated fans, leading to a whirlwind of speculation on social media.
Medical Emergency Forces Sudden Postponement
The high-profile wedding was originally scheduled to take place on November 23 in Sangli. However, the celebrations came to an unexpected stop when Smriti Mandhana's father, Srinivas Mandhana, suffered a sudden medical emergency and required immediate hospitalisation. In a further twist, hours later, the groom-to-be, Palash Muchhal, was also admitted to hospital due to stress-induced health issues. Fortunately, both individuals have since recovered from their respective health scares.
Brother Shuts Down December 7 Wedding Rumours
With no official communication from either family regarding fresh plans, the vacuum was filled by rampant speculation. On Tuesday, rumours surged across social media platforms claiming the couple had rescheduled their union for December 7. These reports have been firmly denied by the Mandhana family.
Speaking to Hindustan Times, Smriti's brother, Shravan Mandhana, addressed the chatter directly. He stated, "I have no idea about these rumours. As of now, it (the wedding) is still postponed." His statement clearly dismisses the December 7 claims and confirms that no new date has been finalised.
Families Recover from Emotional Shock
The uncertainty was further amplified when fans noticed that Smriti Mandhana had deleted all wedding-related posts from her Instagram account following the postponement, though other casual photos with Palash remain. Palash's mother, Amita Muchhal, had earlier shared the emotional toll the cancelled ceremony took on both families.
She revealed that Palash had dreamt of bringing his bride home and that she had prepared a special welcome. Despite the heartbreak, she expressed optimism about the future, saying, "Everything will be fine, shaadi bohot jaldi hogi."
The situation has also drawn support from the wider sports and entertainment community. Veteran actor Suniel Shetty praised cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues for withdrawing from the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) to support her teammate Smriti during this difficult time, calling it a testament to true friendship.
For now, fans and well-wishers of Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal must wait patiently for an official announcement from the families, as they navigate this personal challenge away from the public eye.
