Bengaluru : Indian cricket sensation Smriti Mandhana kicked off her wedding festivities with a vibrant haldi ceremony on Friday, joined by several members of India’s World Cup–winning women’s squad. The star batter will marry music composer Palash Muchhal on November 23.
Teammates Light Up the Dance Floor
Mandhana’s cricketing friends—Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka Patil, Renuka Singh, Shivali Shinde, Radha Yadav, and Jemimah Rodrigues—graced the celebration, all dressed in cheerful yellow outfits. Videos circulating online captured the group grooving to upbeat wedding tracks and cheering for the soon-to-be bride.
Among the guests were Shivali Shinde, Mandhana’s teammate from the Ratnagiri Jets in the Women’s Maharashtra Premier League, and Shreyanka Patil, who plays alongside her at Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Young opener Shafali Verma also shared a clip of Mandhana dancing with the playful caption: “Ladki Wale.”
The Stadium Proposal That Stole Hearts
The couple’s pre-wedding posts have already become social media highlights. Recently, Palash shared a viral video from DY Patil Stadium, where he got down on one knee and proposed right at the pitch. Smriti, dressed in an elegant maroon ensemble, looked visibly surprised as Palash presented her with a diamond ring.
The caption—“She said yes ❤️💍”—sparked a wave of excitement, with congratulatory messages flooding in from celebrities, cricketers, and Bollywood personalities. Natasa Stankovic, ex-wife of Hardik Pandya, reacted enthusiastically: “Omg omg omg, congratulations you guys.”
Their Love Story
The couple reportedly crossed paths in 2019 and kept their relationship discreet for several years before making it public in 2024. They are set to tie the knot on November 23.
Sources suggest that even Prime Minister Narendra Modi has conveyed his wishes to the duo.
Haldi Dance Video Wins Over Fans
Ahead of her big day, Mandhana also posted a lively video featuring her fellow World Cup stars—including Jemimah Rodrigues, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, and rising all-rounder Shreyanka Patil. The group danced to the popular track “Samjho Ho Hi Gaya” from Lage Raho Munna Bhai. The video ends with Mandhana gleefully flashing her engagement ring, a moment that has melted hearts online.
Who Is Palash Muchhal?
Palash Muchhal, 30, is a well-known music composer and filmmaker. He is also the younger brother of noted Bollywood playback singer Palak Muchhal.
