The much-anticipated wedding of playback singer Palash Muchhal and Indian women's cricket team vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has been indefinitely postponed, leading to a series of personal and public developments. The couple, who were set to tie the knot on November 23, had to call off their celebrations due to a family health emergency.
Health Scare Leads to Wedding Postponement
The wedding festivities, including the haldi, sangeet, and the main ceremony, were already underway when an unexpected crisis hit. Smriti Mandhana's father reportedly suffered chest pain and was urgently hospitalised. This sudden health issue forced the families to make the difficult decision to postpone the wedding indefinitely. The announcement was made public by Palash's sister, renowned singer Palak Muchhal, via social media, where she cited the bride's father's health as the primary reason.
The stress of the situation took a toll on the groom as well. Palash Muchhal was himself admitted to a hospital, experiencing anxiety triggered by his future father-in-law's condition and the subsequent cancellation of the wedding. His first public appearance after these events was at Mumbai airport, following his discharge from medical care.
Palash's Spiritual Visit Amidst Turmoil
Amidst the ongoing personal turmoil and swirling rumours, a new development has captured public attention. A viral picture and subsequent online discussion suggest that Palash Muchhal visited spiritual preacher Premanand Ji Maharaj after leaving the hospital. The sighting occurred during a discussion session held by the preacher on December 2nd.
A Reddit user who shared the photo provided compelling evidence, noting the distinctive mehendi on the man's hands and the 'NaamJap mala' bag he carried, both matching Palash's known details from his wedding functions. Other viewers of the video confirmed the sighting, pointing out the presence of his mother and his bodyguard in the footage. Notably, actor Rajpal Yadav was also seen, leading to speculation that they attended together due to their known friendship. The absence of Palash's father from the gathering was also noted by keen observers.
Rumours of a New Date and Family Clarification
As the news of the postponement spread, several reports began circulating a new potential wedding date: December 7. However, these rumours were swiftly addressed and dismissed by the bride's family. Smriti Mandhana's brother, Shravan Mandhana, spoke to Hindustan Times to set the record straight.
He explicitly stated, "I have no idea about these rumours. As of now it (the wedding) is still postponed," labelling the viral date as pure misinformation. This clarification has put a temporary end to speculation about an imminent rescheduling, confirming that the families are prioritising health and recovery over setting a new timeline.
The couple first came into the romantic spotlight after a viral video surfaced showing Palash proposing to Smriti, shortly after the Indian Women's cricket team's World Cup victory. Their journey from that joyful moment to the current challenging phase has been closely followed by fans across the nation, who now await positive news on both the health front and the wedding plans.
