Just weeks after leading India to a historic World Cup victory, cricketing superstar Smriti Mandhana has announced another major life event. In a beautifully choreographed Instagram video that quickly captured the nation’s heart, Mandhana revealed her engagement to music composer Palash Muchhal. The off-field celebration, featuring her teammates, has set the stage for a wedding later this year, with the date unexpectedly confirmed by the country’s Prime Minister.
Viral Video Announcement
How did Smriti Mandhana choose to share her big news? Moving away from a standard post, the cricketer opted for a creative and joyful reveal. The now-viral video showed Mandhana with her Indian teammates—Jemimah Rodrigues, Shreyanka Patil, Radha Yadav, and Arundhati Reddy. Together, the group performed a coordinated dance to the hit Bollywood song “Samjho Ho Hi Gaya” from the film Lage Raho Munna Bhai. The video’s final frame provided the big reveal, as Mandhana proudly showcased her engagement ring, finally confirming her relationship with Muchhal and putting an end to long-standing public speculation.
What Were the Earlier Hints?
Had the couple hinted at this development before? While the engagement was officially confirmed on Instagram, there had been clues for those paying attention. Rumors about the couple’s relationship had been circulating for some time. More concretely, Palash Muchhal himself had dropped a significant hint last month during an event in Indore. Though he did not offer a direct confirmation at the time, he referred to Smriti Mandhana as someone who would soon become the “daughter-in-law of Indore,” his hometown. This statement fueled media reports which have now been proven true by the official announcement.
When is the Wedding?
So, when will the cricketer and the composer tie the knot? The engagement video did not mention a wedding date, leaving fans curious. The answer came from a surprising and authoritative source. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt wishes to the couple in an elaborate congratulatory note. It was within this message that he revealed the wedding is set for November 23, 2025. PM Modi praised their union, beautifully linking Mandhana’s iconic “cover drive” with Muchhal’s “musical symphony,” and wished them a life filled with trust, love, and harmony.
A Perfect Year for the Cricketer
What makes this news even more special for Mandhana? This personal milestone arrives on the heels of the greatest professional achievement of her career. Last month, Smriti Mandhana was a cornerstone of the Indian women’s cricket team that scripted history by winning its maiden ODI World Cup title in Navi Mumbai. She was the tournament’s top batter, leading the scoring list with 434 runs—the highest by any Indian in one edition. This phase stands out as a victorious chapter, combining national achievement with deep, personal happiness.
