Smriti Mandhana Ends 2025 with Thought-Provoking Bhagavad Gita Quote Amid Personal Turmoil
Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana marked the close of a pivotal 2025 with a reflective social media post, featuring a poignant line from the Bhagavad Gita attributed to Lord Krishna, following the cancellation of her planned wedding to music composer Palaash Muchhal.
The year proved momentous for Mandhana on multiple fronts. On November 2, she played a starring role as India clinched its inaugural Women’s World Cup title, a triumph that filled the country with pride. Concurrently, her upcoming nuptials with Palaash Muchhal on November 23 generated widespread interest, only for the ceremony to be abruptly called off, shifting a year of highs into one of stark contrasts.
On December 31, Mandhana posted a video montage on Instagram recapping 2025, highlighting World Cup victory moments, family time, and training sessions. The clip concluded with a notable Bhagavad Gita reference: “DAY 12 Of daily Bhagavad Gita ‘Before something great happens to you, everything falls apart. So just wait.’ – Lord Krishna.” Observers quickly noted the quote’s potential resonance with Mandhana’s recent experiences of triumph and setback.
Mandhana had earlier addressed the wedding cancellation directly on December 7 via Instagram Story, stating that speculation had prompted her to clarify the matter. She emphasized her preference for privacy while confirming the event was off, and requested respect for both families during this period. The cricketer also reaffirmed her commitment to national duty, noting that representing India remains her primary focus.
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The couple’s romance had drawn attention earlier, beginning with a romantic proposal at DY Patil Stadium shortly after the World Cup win, followed by pre-wedding festivities including mehendi and sangeet. The wedding, set for Mandhana’s hometown of Sangli, faced an initial postponement due to her father Shrinivas Mandhana’s hospitalization. Subsequent rumors and scrutiny regarding Palaash Muchhal intensified, leading both parties to issue separate statements closing the chapter.