After days of speculation, Mary clarifies she “never met” Palash and wasn’t the reason behind the postponed Mandhana–Muchhal wedding, as Instagram cleanses and hospitalizations fuel the drama.
The internet hasn’t taken a breath since the Palash Muchhal–Smriti Mandhana wedding controversy erupted, and now the woman at the centre of the storm — Mary D’Costa — has finally come forward with a fiery clarification. Late on Wednesday night, Mary took to Instagram to address the rumours surrounding her involvement with composer Palash Muchhal, whose wedding with cricket superstar Smriti Mandhana was set for November 23 but got postponed under mysterious circumstances.
For the past few days, social media has been buzzing with alleged “flirty chats” between Palash and Mary — chats that sparked wild speculation, multiple conspiracy theories, and a whole lot of trolling. With screenshots circulating everywhere from Reddit to Instagram reels, many fans were convinced Mary had some role in the wedding drama.
But Mary’s statement has now thrown a massive curveball at the narrative.
Mary D’Costa Says the Chats Were Real — But That’s About It
In a detailed note posted on Instagram, Mary D’Costa didn’t hold back from addressing the elephant in the room. She confirmed that the chats circulating online were indeed from their conversations — but clarified that they lasted only for one month, specifically between April 29 and May 30, 2025.
But the biggest shocker?
Mary said she has never met Palash.
Not even once.
She wrote,
“I want to make it absolutely clear that I never met him and I never got involved with him in any way.”
This single line flipped the ongoing narrative on its head. The internet had been speculating about secret meetings, hush-hush outings, and everything in between, especially after the chats showed conversations ranging from compliments to invites for outings. But Mary insists that none of it ever translated into real-life interaction.
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‘Why Speak Now?’ — Mary Explains the Timing
A major question online was why Mary chose this moment to speak up — right when the wedding postponement had turned into a nationwide gossip fest.
Mary had an answer for that, too.
She revealed that she had already exposed Palash months ago — back in July — but since the music composer wasn’t as widely recognised then, the matter didn’t catch fire.
This time, however, the screenshots resurfaced right when the Mandhana–Muchhal wedding postponement grabbed headlines, and suddenly Mary’s name was everywhere — with most people assuming she was the “other woman.”
Her clarification makes it clear she wanted no part of that speculation.
‘I Am NOT the Choreographer’ — Mary Clears Identity Confusion
If the controversy wasn’t messy enough, another point of confusion was Mary’s identity. Some fans believed she was a choreographer associated with the wedding festivities. Others assumed she was directly involved in some sort of affair.
Mary addressed this, too:
“I am not the choreographer, and I am not the person he cheated with… I don’t want people assuming the wrong things.”
She made it clear that she was simply someone who spoke to Palash briefly online — nothing more, nothing less.
The Wedding Postponement Drama Continues
Even before Mary’s statement, the Mandhana–Muchhal wedding postponement was raising eyebrows across the country.
Initially, the families cited a medical emergency — Smriti Mandhana’s father was reportedly hospitalised due to a heart-related issue. Wedding functions such as the sangeet and haldi had already taken place in Sangli, but the ceremony itself was rescheduled.
Then came another twist. Reports surfaced that Palash himself was hospitalised in Mumbai due to exhaustion and stress.
Fans, already glued to the developments, found another reason to speculate when Smriti removed all pictures and videos from her engagement and pre-wedding celebrations on Instagram. Every trace of the couple vanished overnight — leaving the internet convinced that something big had happened behind the scenes.
Add the viral chats to this already chaotic mix, and the rumour mill practically exploded.
Did the Screenshots Cause the Wedding Postponement? Mary Says No
Mary’s clarification strongly indicates that she had no role in the postponement of the wedding, intentional or otherwise.
She maintains that she only interacted with Palash a few months ago, that she never met him, and that the resurfacing of the chats had nothing to do with her actions.
But the internet, being the internet, has its own theories. After all, screenshots don’t go viral for no reason — and the timing of their reappearance just days after the wedding delay left enough fuel for speculation.
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Was Palash Flirting? The Screenshots Tell Their Own Story
While Mary made it clear she didn’t want to escalate the matter, the allegedly “flirty chats” remain circulating online. The screenshots — though unverified — show:
- Palash complimenting Mary’s appearance
- Conversations about his long-distance dynamics
- Invites to meet for a spa visit
- A suggested early morning trip to Versova beach
- Talks about swimming and outings
While none of this confirms an affair, it does show a level of familiarity that has raised questions online — especially given the timing.
Families Remain Silent — But Netizens Are Loud
As of now, neither Smriti Mandhana nor Palash Muchhal has issued an official statement regarding the controversy. Their families, too, have stayed silent.
But social media? Absolutely not.
The discussions range from:
- Defending Smriti’s privacy
- Questioning Palash’s behaviour
- Blaming online trolls for exaggeration
- Calling the screenshots a “planned leak.”
- Criticising Mary for posting the chats initially
- Sympathising with both women involved
The internet is divided, and until the couple speaks, theories will keep multiplying.
Conclusion: Mary D’Costa Speaks, But the Story Isn’t Over
Mary D’Costa’s statement definitely clears her name — she wasn’t the choreographer, wasn’t the reason behind the wedding postponement, and never met Palash Muchhal in person.
But one thing is clear:
The controversy still has many layers left to unfold.
With Smriti removing posts, Palash in the hospital, the wedding postponed, and viral chats refusing to die down, this story is far from over.
And as always, Ulta Palta Khabar will keep you updated on every twist, turn, and shockwave in this real-life drama.
Stay tuned — the next chapter could drop any moment.
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