Smriti's would-be husband, Palash Muchhal, is alleged to have committed adultery with choreographer Nandika Diwedi, or so runs the unverified tale on social media. Nandika was apparently hired by the Bosco dance team to teach Palash wedding choreography. Rumors seem to suggest that Palash was caught by Nandika's close friend and teammate of Smriti, cricketer Shreyanka, in a compromising situation.
The alleged confrontation afterwards turned into a mess involving families. It is alleged that Smriti's brother attacked Palash, causing minor injuries to him. Thereafter, it was alleged that Smriti Mandhana's father complained of chest pain and was promptly taken to the hospital, the same being considered as the formal reason for the marriage cancellation.