In the Instagram reel posted Thursday, Mandhana is seen alongside teammates Jemimah Rodrigues, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil, and Arundhati Reddy performing a short choreographed dance to the song “Samjho Ho Hi Gaya” from the film Lage Raho Munna Bhai. At the end of the video, Mandhana reveals her engagement ring to the camera, confirming the news to the public for the first time.
The post quickly garnered a wave of congratulatory messages. Sports anchor Sanjana Ganesan, wife of cricketer Jasprit Bumrah, wrote, “This is the best thing on the internet today.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended his wishes to the couple, sending a letter in which he poetically likened Mandhana’s cricketing cover drive to Muchhal’s musical symphony. He noted the symbolic “friendly cricket match” between the bride’s and groom’s teams and wished them success in life’s journey.
The wedding ceremony is expected to follow traditional rituals, with the couple taking seven vows in their Sangli village. Several prominent figures from cricket and the entertainment industry are anticipated to attend.
Mandhana and Muchhal’s relationship has been in the public eye for some time. During the Women’s World Cup final earlier this year, Muchhal was present in Mumbai, celebrating Mandhana’s team victory. Photos from that event, showing the couple with the trophy, went viral and sparked widespread social media attention.
With the engagement now formally confirmed, fans and followers are eagerly anticipating the high-profile wedding that brings together sports and music in a festive celebration.
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