Bollywood‑music composer Palaash Muchhal and Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana were set to marry on 23 November 2025. The wedding planned in Sangli got postponed after Smriti’s father suffered a serious health issue reportedly a heart attack. Soon after screenshots of Palash chatting with a woman named Mary D’Costa started circulating sparking cheating rumors that blew up on Instagram X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit. What has happened? On 24 November 2025 Palak posted that the wedding was postponed because Smriti’s father Sriniwas Mandhana needed urgent medical care a heart attack was later confirmed. Within hours screenshots of a private Instagram chat between Palaash and a woman named Mary D’Costa started circulating. The alleged conversation showed Palash complimenting Mary inviting her to a swim spa and early‑morning walk at Versova beach and when asked about Smriti he evaded and described the long‑distance relationship as “dead most of the time.” Who is Mary D’Costa? Reddit threads and Instagram posts claimed Mary was the pre‑wedding choreographer though no solid proof emerged. Some users noted the chats could be fabricated; the screenshots vanished quickly and Mary’s account was deactivated. ChatGPT was even asked to analyze the screenshots for authenticity it flagged inconsistencies (e.g. missing video proof unverified source) but also noted some realistic elements like message stacking and emoji usage. Most media outlets have highlighted that the chats are unverified and urged patience emphasizing the need to respect privacy during this difficult time. The cheating allegations against Palaash Muchhal remain allegations. No legal confirmation no public comment from the couple and the screenshots are yet to be authenticated. Fans and followers are left waiting for an official word while the story continues to ripple across social platforms. More about Palaash Muchhal and Smriti Mandhana Palaash Muchhal known for composing music for films and TV and Smriti Mandhana star of the Indian women’s cricket team began dating in 2019. Their relationship became public in 2024 and a grand proposal at DY Patil Stadium after India’s World Cup win set the stage for a lavish Sangli wedding. Preparations were in full swing with Palak Muchhal (Palaash’s sister) sharing engagement glimpses on Instagram. Meanwhile after this fiasco Smriti Mandhana deleted all her photos with Palaash Muchhal from her social media which left netizens shocked. Story Highlights Bollywood composer Palaash Muchhal and Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana had planned to marry on 23 November 2025 in Sangli but the wedding was postponed due to Smriti’s father suffering a heart attack. Soon after alleged leaked Instagram chats between Palaash and a woman named Mary D’Costa circulated online sparking cheating rumors. The authenticity of the screenshots remains unverified and no legal confirmation or official statement has been made by the couple. Fans and media emphasize respecting privacy while the couple’s social media activity including deletion of wedding photos has fueled speculation. The postponed wedding of Palaash Muchhal and Smriti Mandhana has sparked widespread discussion primarily due to unverified screenshots allegedly showing Palaash communicating with another woman.