Indian cricket star and vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has confirmed that her anticipated wedding to music composer Palash Muchhal has been called off. The cricketer took to her social media account to release a statement addressing the weeks of speculation surrounding her personal life.Indian cricket superstar Smriti Mandhana has confirmed that her much-discussed and anticipated wedding to musician Palash Muchhal has been called off. The vice-captain of the Indian women’s national team took to social media to address weeks of intense speculation about her private life, stating she felt it was important to speak out.The news broke via an official and public statement shared by Mandhana, where she requested privacy for both families as they move forward. Mandhana emphasized that her primary focus remains on her professional career, specifically representing India and continuing to win trophies at the highest level.
Mandhana’s official statement on social media
In her official communication via Instagram Stories, Mandhana confirmed the decision and requested respect for their privacy:”Over the past few weeks there has been plenty of speculation around my life and I feel it is important for me to speak out at this time. I am a very private person and I would like to keep it that way but I need to clarify that the wedding is called off.” She further implored fans and media to respect the privacy of the families involved:
“I request you to please respect the privacy of both families at this time and allow us the space to process and move on at our own pace.”
Focus remains on trophies for India
Mandhana made it clear that her immediate and future professional goals are unchanged. The highly successful batter, who captains the WPL champion team Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), affirmed her dedication to the sport:”I believe there is a higher purpose driving us all and for me that has always been representing my country at the highest level. I hope to continue to play and win trophies for India for as long as possible and that is where my focus will forever be.”
Smriti Mandhana and Palash Mucchal
Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal have been in a long-term relationship, with reports suggesting their wedding was initially planned and then postponed in November 2025 due to a medical emergency involving Mandhana’s father. The recent statement now officially confirms the separation and cancellation of the marriage plans.Mandhana and Muchhal had often been seen together publicly and on social media, making their relationship one of the most high-profile pairings in Indian sports and entertainment.
