Mumbai: Cricketer Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palaash Muchhal are again in the spotlight months after their cancelled wedding.
Palaash’s sister Palak Muchhal was seen interacting with Smriti’s father, sparking fresh rumours about a possible reconciliation between the families.
In the viral clip, Palak is seen touching his feet, which many interpreted as an indication of improved relations.
Details of the meeting remain unclear, but the video has gained a lot of traction online, with netizens wondering if Smriti and Palaash may have moved past their differences.
“I am surprised …but not shocked…hua so hua …let it go,” one user wrote.
Another asked, “What’s happening?” Some of the social media users wondered if the video was old.
“Is this the new PR idea you woke up with?,” expressed another.
One shared, “If smriti happy with this…It’s okay guys …. We need only her to be happy.”
Another person posted, “Simply why should they have sour relationship because of her brother. They found him on restaurant and they still have good rapport.”
“If they sorted things out amongst themselves, who are we to judge. Wishing happiness to all,” read one comment.
Another posted, “So as per instgram when marriage was stopped abuse hate to palash and family now same people opposite reaction I mean people have stand for sure.”
“Whats happening,” one mentioned.
Smriti and Palaash were set to get married on November 23 last year, and pre-marriage functions had started also, when celebrations were suddenly called off following a medical emergency involving Smriti’s father.
Palaash was also admitted to a hospital in Mumbai around the same time.
In the aftermath, speculation grew rapidly, with rumours circulating widely, including claims that Palaash had cheated on Smriti.
Smriti and Palaash unfollowed each other on Instagram, adding fire to speculations.
Addressing the controversy, Palaash later shared a note on Instagram.
He wrote, “I have decided to move on in my life and step back from my personal relationship.”
He also expressed disappointment over the spread of unverified rumours, adding that it had been one of the most difficult phases of his life.
Palaash urged people to avoid judging others based on gossip, saying such words can hurt more than people realise.