PM Modi congratulates Smriti Mandhana and Palaash Muchhal ahead of wedding

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt wishes to cricketer Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palaash Muchhal ahead of their wedding on November 23. In his letter, Modi praised their union and blessed the couple for a life of love, trust and companionship

Mumbai: Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana is set to walk down the aisle with music composer Palaash Muchhal on November 23 this year.

Celebrating their special day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his best wishes and blessings to the couple and their families. An official letter from the PM’s office read: “It is delightful to learn about the wedding of Sou Smriti and Chi Palaash to be held on 23rd November, 2025. Heartiest congratulations and greetings to the Mandhana and Muchhal families on the auspicious and joyous occasion.”

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It further read: “Walking hand in hand through every season of life, may the couple find strength in each other’s presence, and may their hearts, minds and souls be in harmony. May their dreams intertwine and grow together, guiding them toward a future filled with joy and deep understanding.”

The letter added: “May Smriti and Palaash build a shared life rooted in trust, standing by each other always, embracing responsibilities with love and growing together through each other’s strengths and imperfections.”

PM Modi, through his letter, further wished them luck: “As they start a new, beautiful life together, the grace of Smriti’s cover drive meets the lilting musical symphony of Palaash in a wonderful partnership. It is fitting that a Celebration Cricket Match has been scheduled between Team Groom and Team Bride! May both these teams win in the game of life. I send my blessings to the couple for the momentous occasion.”

For the uninitiated, Smriti Mandhana, one of India’s most celebrated women cricketers and a key figure in international women’s cricket, is known for her elegant batting and consistency. Smriti’s husband-to-be, Palaash Muchhal, is a well-known music composer associated with multiple Bollywood projects. He is the brother of Bollywood singer Palak Muchhal.