Indian women’s cricket star Smriti Mandhana’s much-anticipated wedding to music composer Palash Muchhal was postponed due to a serious health scare involving her father. Shrinivas Mandhana experienced symptoms of a heart attack on November 23, 2025, forcing the family to put all celebrations on hold.
Health Emergency and Hospitalization
Shrinivas Mandhana was rushed to the Sarvhit Hospital and Medical Research Centre in Sangli, Maharashtra, after feeling sharp chest pain around 11:30 AM. Doctors confirmed he showed symptoms consistent with a heart attack and placed him under close observation. Cardiologists are monitoring his condition carefully; there is a possibility that he may require angiography to further assess heart function.
Dr. Naman Shah, Director of Sarvhit Hospital, mentioned that the heart attack-like symptoms were believed to be triggered by physical or mental stress associated with the wedding preparations. “He is currently in observation, and we are conducting further tests to decide the next steps,” Dr. Shah said.
Impact on Wedding Plans
Originally scheduled for a private ceremony on November 23 in Mandhana’s hometown of Sangli, the wedding was indefinitely postponed following the medical emergency. Smriti Mandhana’s manager, Tuhin Mishra, stated that Smriti was firm in prioritizing her father’s health over all else: “She decided not to go ahead with the marriage until her father recovers fully”.
Emotional Support and Public Reaction
Fans and well-wishers have flooded social media with messages of support for Mandhana and her family during this difficult time. The cricket community has also expressed sympathy and solidarity with the Indian opener, who has been a pivotal figure in Indian women’s cricket.
Background on Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal
The couple had planned a low-key wedding with close friends and family after being in a relationship for several years. Their engagement and the pre-wedding festivities were highly celebrated among fans and the media alike, making the postponement all the more poignant.
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