The ongoing controversy around cricketer Smriti Mandhana and musician Palash Muchhal has taken a dramatic turn, with the couple reportedly parting ways just a day before their planned wedding. What began as a quiet postponement soon turned into a huge online conversation after alleged screenshots of Palash’s private chats with another woman circulated widely. While the authenticity of the screenshots remains unverified, they have raised intense curiosity about both individuals, including their personal lives, careers, and even their financial standing.
Amid this, people are curious to know more about the two celebrities, their past life, their professions and their net worth. One of the most searched question is whether Mandhana is wealthier than her former partner. Let’s find out.
Smriti Mandhana’s income and rising brand value
Smriti has grown into one of India’s most recognised and respected women cricketers. Serving as the vice-captain of the national women’s team and an established opening batter, she holds a Grade A central contract with the BCCI worth ₹50 lakh annually. Match fees add significantly to this, with ₹15 lakh for Tests, ₹6 lakh for ODIs, and ₹3 lakh for T20Is.
Her earnings reached new heights with the Women’s Premier League. Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured her for ₹3.4 crore per season, a record-setting deal at the time. Her leadership during RCB Women’s title win further boosted her marketability, raising her brand value by nearly 30 per cent.
Smriti also fronts campaigns for numerous major brands, including Hyundai, Nike, Red Bull, Hero Motocorp, Mastercard, Garnier, Wrangler, Havells, Herbalife, Bata’s Power brand, and Unicef India. Reports suggest each endorsement brings in ₹50 lakh to ₹75 lakh.
According to CricTracker, her net worth is estimated at around ₹32 crore to ₹34 crore.
Palash Muchhal’s career and wealth
Palash Muchhal has built his identity in music and filmmaking. Growing up in a musical household in Indore shaped his early career, with his sister Palak Muchhal already well established in playback singing. He trained in Hindustani classical music and began performing at charity events during childhood.
His work spans film tracks, television music, independent singles, and more than 40 music videos directed for major labels such as T-Series and Zee Music. His known compositions include “Party Toh Banti Hai”, “Tu Hi Hai Aashiqui”, and “Musafir”. Palash has also acted in Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey.
As reported by Siasat.com, his net worth falls between ₹20 crore and ₹41 crore, helped by music royalties, live shows, composition work, and film projects.
Who had the higher net worth?
Based on current estimates, Smriti Mandhana appears to be the higher earner, largely due to her WPL contract, increased endorsements, and consistent international presence. The couple’s combined wealth was estimated at ₹50 crore to ₹75 crore.
A relationship overshadowed by controversy
Smriti and Palash began dating in 2019, keeping their relationship private until 2025, when Palash publicly hinted at their upcoming marriage. Their wedding was initially scheduled for 23 November but was postponed following reports of illness in Smriti’s family. The later emergence of alleged chat screenshots changed the tone of the story entirely, leading to widespread speculation that the couple had ended their relationship.
While both families remain silent, the situation has shifted public attention from their wedding celebrations to their individual careers, reputations, and financial standing.
