The Indian women’s cricket team achieved a monumental feat on Sunday, November 2nd, securing their maiden ODI World Cup title by triumphing over South Africa in a nail-biting final. This historic win at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai not only marked a new era for Indian cricket but also brought immense personal joy to the players.
Among the proudest was Smriti Mandhana’s boyfriend, filmmaker and music composer Palash Muchhal. He took to social media to celebrate Smriti’s remarkable achievement, sharing a touching photo of the couple inside the stadium. Both were beaming, their smiles reflecting the nation’s jubilation. In the image, Smriti is seen proudly holding the World Cup trophy, draped in the Indian flag, with Palash affectionately by her side. His caption, “Am I still dreaming?”, perfectly captured the surreal moment.
This isn’t the first time Palash has shown his support for Smriti. Earlier, he had shared a picture of her with the World Cup, expressing his pride with the words, “Sabse aage hai hum Hindustani 🇮🇳..” This sentiment resonated with fans nationwide. Social media was abuzz with positive reactions to their public display of affection, with comments like, “Men hyping their women is best genre ❤️❤️❤️,” and “The tattoo, the man , and the trophy , she got everything ❤️🙌.” Another fan aptly summarized the scene as, “Two trophy’s in one frame 😍❤️.”
Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal’s Relationship Timeline
Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal are thought to have begun their relationship in 2019, initially keeping it private before making it Instagram official last year. More recently, Palash publicly confirmed their upcoming wedding. During a press event, when asked about his relationship with Smriti, the Indore-native artist shared, “She will soon become the daughter-in-law of Indore… that is all I want to say. I have given you the headline.”
Reports suggest that the couple’s wedding celebrations are slated to commence on November 20 in Sangli, Maharashtra, adding another layer of festivity to a month already filled with professional and personal triumphs.
Who is Palash Muchhal?
Palash Muchhal is widely recognized for his work as a music composer for Bollywood films, often collaborating with his sister, Palak Muchhal. He is currently venturing into directing with his upcoming project, Raju Bajewala, which features Avika Gor from ‘Balika Vadhu’ and Chandan Roy, known for his role in the popular show ‘Panchayat’.