The highly anticipated wedding of Indian women’s cricket vice-captain Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palaash Muchhal, originally scheduled for November 23 in Sangli, Maharashtra, has taken a dramatic turn after a sudden postponement due to health concerns in the family. Soon after, fans noticed that Smriti had deleted all wedding-related posts from her Instagram account, including engagement and proposal photos, triggering intense social-media speculation.
Rumours Drag Choreographers Into Controversy
Following the postponement, discussions on Reddit and Instagram amplified unverified claims alleging that two choreographers from the Bosco group — Nandika Dwivedi and Gulnaaz — who were hired to teach the couple their wedding dance routines, were somehow involved in the controversy. These claims quickly went viral, causing outrage and leading both names to trend across social platforms.
Choreographer Gulnaaz Breaks Silence
Amid the rising speculation, choreographer Gulnaaz issued a public statement through her Instagram Stories:
“I’ve been noticing a lot of speculation and false claims going around about Me & My Friend Nandika, so I want to clear this straight that We Are not the people involved in this issue. Just because we know someone socially or have a photo with them doesn’t mean we are connected to their personal matters. Please let’s keep things respectful and not jump to conclusions. We appreciate your understanding and support.”
Her clarification came as social platforms continued to swirl with unverified claims about what went wrong between Smriti and Palaash. Meanwhile, choreographer Nandika Dwivedi has not issued any statement and has made her social-media profile private.
Viral Picture of Palaash With a Choreographer Adds Fuel
A photograph of Palaash Muchhal with a wedding choreographer also began circulating online, further intensifying gossip. The picture, shared by users on X (formerly Twitter), led many to assume alleged involvement before the wedding. Bosco Martis was also seen in one of the images, confirming the choreographer’s association with the pre-wedding events.
Health Emergency Confirmed as Reason for Postponement
Despite the online storm, family members and wedding organisers confirmed that the wedding was postponed due to a medical emergency. Smriti’s father reportedly experienced a health scare, and both families decided to halt all celebrations. Reports also mention that both Smriti’s and Palaash’s fathers were hospitalised but later discharged.
Mary D’Costa’s Name Surfaces; She Issues Statement
Another twist emerged when screenshots labeled as “flirty chats” between Palaash Muchhal and a woman named Mary D’Costa surfaced online. These social-media posts fuelled widespread theories linking her to the wedding halt.
Mary D’Costa later addressed the rumours, clarifying:
- The chats were from April–May 2025, lasting only a month.
- She never met Palaash in person.
- She is not a choreographer, countering misinformation online.
- She originally exposed the chats back in July, long before the wedding gained public attention.
- She asked people not to target her, stating she “cannot handle the backlash.”
- Screenshots she shared on Reddit were the source of the viral content, but Mary emphasized she had no involvement in the couple’s personal issues.
- Family Responds to Cheating Allegations
As rumours continued escalating, Palaash’s sister Palak Muchhal issued a statement urging the public to respect the privacy of both families:
“Due to Smriti’s dad’s health, Smriti and Palaash’s wedding has been put on hold. We request all of you to respect the privacy of the families during this sensitive time.”
Additionally, Palaash’s mother revealed he was emotionally overwhelmed by the situation and had also been hospitalised briefly due to stress and exhaustion.
No Official Statement From Smriti or Palaash
So far, neither Smriti Mandhana nor Palaash Muchhal has commented publicly on the postponement or the allegations, leaving fans waiting for a clear update. Teammates of Smriti have reportedly unfollowed Palaash and deleted wedding-related posts, adding further confusion to the ongoing speculation.
What We Know for Sure
According to all confirmed details in your file:
- The wedding was postponed due to a family health emergency.
- Online rumours about cheating remain unverified.
- Choreographers Nandika Dwivedi and Gulnaaz both deny involvement.
- Mary D’Costa clarified she had no personal connection and only shared past chat screenshots.
- The couple has not issued any official statement.