Smriti Mandhana’s wedding day has arrived, and the celebrations are already lighting up social media. As the Indian cricket star prepares to marry music director Palash Muchhal today, a stream of vibrant pre-wedding clips has been captivating fans. From joyful Haldi scenes to a friendly cricket match between teams led by the bride and groom, the build-up has been full of colour and charm. But one new video has become the centre of attention. The latest clip shows Smriti and Palash performing a beautifully coordinated dance, a moment that has taken fans by surprise. Smriti is seen placing a garland around Palash’s neck as he bows in a playful gesture, and her confident presence on the dance floor has left the cricket fraternity amazed. Known for her introverted nature, Smriti’s effortless performance has become one of the most adored moments of the festivities. Members of the Indian women’s cricket team also joined the celebrations with their own dance sequence.
Smriti and Palash’s relationship traces back to 2019, when they first connected through mutual friends in Mumbai’s artistic circles. Their bond strengthened quietly over the years, even as they navigated demanding careers — Smriti at the forefront of Indian cricket and Palash establishing his name in the music and film world. Choosing to protect their privacy, they kept their relationship away from the public eye while standing by each other through professional highs. It wasn’t until July 2024, on their five-year anniversary, that they openly acknowledged their relationship with a simple social media post. Since then, they have shared occasional glimpses of their life together, including one widely discussed moment after India’s ODI World Cup triumph. Their journey reached its most emotional milestone when Palash proposed at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai moments after India’s World Cup win. He guided a blindfolded Smriti onto the historic pitch before going down on one knee, sealing the moment with a ring and later with a tattoo of “SM18” — her initials and jersey number — on his forearm.
