Smriti Mandhana vs Palash Muchhal: A dream wedding delayed — but who's leading in fame, career and net worth

Smriti vs Palash

Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal have been together for several years, and their relationship has always fascinated fans because of how different their worlds are. The two reportedly began dating in 2019 and kept things private until July 2025, when they made their relationship official on social media with a post celebrating "five years of happiness." In October 2025, Palash even hinted at their upcoming wedding at a private event in Indore, saying Smriti would soon be "Indore's daughter-in-law." But recently, their marriage plans have been indefinitely postponed, with rumours suggesting Palash may have cheated on her. While the personal angle is drawing attention, the real story lies in how their careers have grown in completely different directions.

Smriti Mandhana today stands as one of India's most admired sportspersons. She is the vice-captain of the Indian women's cricket team and a left-handed opener known for her consistency and calm under pressure. Her career has only soared in the past few years, especially after India's historic ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 win, where she played a crucial role.

Her earnings reflect her stature in world cricket. She holds a Grade A contract with the BCCI, worth Rs 50 lakh annually, and match fees further add to her income, with Rs 15 lakh per Test, Rs 6 lakh per ODI and Rs 3 lakh per T20I. Her financial graph climbs even higher through the Women’s Premier League, where Royal Challengers Bangalore bought her for Rs 3.4 crore, making her one of the highest-paid players in the league.

Off the field, Smriti is a top choice for major brands. She endorses Hyundai, Nike, Red Bull, Garnier, Mastercard, Hero MotoCorp and several others, often earning between Rs 50 lakh and Rs 75 lakh per campaign. Thanks to these combined streams, her net worth is estimated at around Rs 32–34 crore.

Palash Muchhal's journey is very different, shaped by creativity, music and filmmaking. Born in 1995 in Indore, he grew up in a musical family and trained in Hindustani classical music. His sister, Palak Muchhal, is also a well-known singer. Palash made his Bollywood debut as a composer at just eighteen with the film Dishkiyaoon. He later composed popular tracks like "Party Toh Banti Hai" and "Tu Hi Hai Aashiqui," which brought him mainstream recognition. Over the years, he has worked on films such as Bhoothnath Returns and Amit Sahni Ki List.

His career expanded further when he began directing music videos, eventually crossing forty projects for major labels like T-Series and Zee Music. He has also stepped into filmmaking, with his directorial project Raju Bajewala currently in the works.

Along with composing and directing, Palash performs at stage shows across India and abroad, many of which are charity events raising funds for children who need heart surgeries. Though these concerts are philanthropic, they also help his visibility and brand value. With earnings coming from composition fees, royalties, direction, live performances and earlier acting appearances, Palash’s net worth is estimated to lie between Rs 20 crore and Rs 41 crore.

When their careers are viewed side by side, Smriti represents discipline, structure and performance-based growth, while Palash represents creativity, experimentation and multi-industry work. Smriti’s income comes from a fixed contract, match fees and endorsement deals tied to her reputation as a top athlete. Palash’s income flows from multiple creative avenues such as composing, directing and royalties, which fluctuate but often grow over time. Both have built strong personal brands, but in very different industries with their own pressures and rewards.

Together, their combined net worth falls in the range of Rs 50 crore to Rs 75 crore, making them one of the stronger financial pairings among India's young celebrity couples. Even as speculation surrounds their postponed marriage, one thing remains clear: both Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal have made independent paths to success.