Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal Call Off Wedding

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal confirmed on December 7, 2025, that they have called off their wedding, ending weeks of public speculation following an initial postponement due to family health emergencies. The couple, whose engagement had captured widespread attention earlier in the year, made the announcement through separate statements on Instagram, requesting privacy as they move forward separately.

The wedding was originally set for November 23 in Sangli, Maharashtra, Mandhana's hometown, with pre-wedding celebrations already underway. Photos and videos from events like the sangeet and haldi ceremonies had circulated widely online, highlighting the union of the star batter and the filmmaker. However, the ceremony was abruptly halted on the scheduled day when Mandhana's father, Srinivas Mandhana, suffered a sudden cardiac-related health scare and was rushed to the hospital. Hours later, Muchhal was also admitted for medical evaluation, reportedly due to severe stress, leading both families to postpone the event indefinitely.

Mandhana, known for keeping her personal life private, addressed the situation in a post on Instagram Stories. "Over...