The much-anticipated wedding of Indian women's cricket vice-captain Smriti Mandhana to Palash Muchhal has been indefinitely postponed. The ceremonies, scheduled for November 23, 2025, in Sangli, were called off at the last minute due to a sudden medical emergency involving Smriti's father.
Ceremony Halted, Speculation Begins
The wedding festivities, including the mehendi, haldi, and sangeet, had already captured public attention with photos and videos circulating widely online. However, on the morning of the wedding, Smriti's father was rushed to the hospital, leading to the immediate postponement of all events. Since that day, a cloud of uncertainty has hung over the rescheduled date, with no official confirmation from the cricketer or her family.
First Post-Wedding Delay Appearance Fuels Curiosity
Breaking her social media silence after the postponement, Smriti Mandhana recently posted a promotional video for a toothpaste brand. In the ad, she appears alongside former cricketer Rahul Dravid, discussing oral hygiene and cricket, including topics like winning the World Cup.
While fans were happy to see her back online, their attention quickly shifted to a crucial detail: Smriti was not wearing her engagement ring in the video. This observation flooded the comment section with questions and theories. Supporters expressed concern for her well-being, with comments like "You are back… hope you are doing ok and everyone at home as well❤️" and "No nazar to my Queen."
The absence of the ring led to intense speculation. Some wondered if the advertisement was filmed before her engagement to Palash Muchhal, while others questioned the timing of its release. The video has only intensified public curiosity about the status of the couple's relationship.
Family Reassurances Amidst the Rumours
Amidst the swirling rumours on social media, Palash Muchhal's mother, Amita Muchhal, provided a reassuring update. Speaking to Hindustan Times, she confirmed that the wedding has not been called off. "Smriti and Palash dono takleef mein hain... Palash dreamt of coming home with his bride. I had even planned a special welcome...Everything will be fine, shaadi bohot jaldi hogi," she stated, translating to both being in distress and that the wedding will happen very soon.
Adding to the narrative, Palash was also spotted visiting spiritual figure Premanand ji Maharaj recently. Despite these developments, neither Smriti Mandhana nor Palash Muchhal has made an official personal statement to address the public's questions directly.
The situation remains in a delicate balance, with fans and well-wishers eagerly awaiting a positive resolution and a new wedding date for the celebrated cricketer.
