#JustIn: Smriti Mandhana Wedding Postponed After Father’s Sudden Heart Attack
Star Cricketer postpones dream ceremony amid family health crisis.
Indian Women's Cricket Sensation Smriti Mandhana has been forced to indefinitely postpone her highly anticipated wedding to singer Palash Muchhal following a sudden heart attack suffered by her father, Shailendra Mandhana. The 28-year-old opener, fresh off leading India to a historic T20I series win against England, received the devastating news just days before the planned December nuptials, plunging the family into uncertainty and grief.
Shailendra, a prominent businessman from Sangli, Maharashtra, was rushed to a private hospital in Mumbai after complaining of severe chest pain late last week. Medical reports indicate he underwent emergency angioplasty to clear blocked arteries, with doctors describing his condition as stable but requiring extended monitoring. The incident occurred during final wedding preparations, turning what was meant to be a joyous family milestone into a somber vigil at the intensive care unit.
Mandhana, who has been a pillar of strength for the Indian team with her elegant strokeplay and leadership, immediately canceled all public engagements to be by her father's side. Close sources revealed that the couple's intimate ceremony, envisioned as a blend of cricket glamour and musical elegance in Udaipur, involved over 200 guests including teammates like Harmanpreet Kaur and celebrities from the entertainment world. Muchhal, known for his Bollywood hits and philanthropy, has been supportive, prioritizing family healing over festivities.
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The postponement announcement, shared privately with close circles, has drawn an outpouring of support from the cricket fraternity. BCCI officials and former captains like Mithali Raj extended prayers via social media, while fans flooded Mandhana's Instagram with messages of resilience. The delay underscores the personal toll of high-stakes athletic life, where triumphs on the field often collide with unforeseen domestic trials.
As Shailendra begins his recovery journey, Mandhana remains optimistic about rescheduling the union once stability returns. This health scare serves as a poignant reminder of the human side behind sporting icons, with the cricketer's focus now squarely on familial bonds rather than boundaries. The nation watches and waits, hoping for a swift turnaround that allows love to resume its course uninterrupted.
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