Smriti Mandhana Skips Amitabh Bachchan's Kaun Banega Crorepati Episode Amid Wedding Postponement, Here's What We Know

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Mandhana is recently a lot in news, amid wedding postponement buzz, the cricketer now skips Amitah Bachchan's KBC. The episode promises a fun, light-hearted atmosphere filled with cricket memories and stories.

Who Is Appearing on the Episode?

The KBC hot seat will be joined by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, along with Harleen Kaur Deol, Richa Ghosh, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, and Head Coach Amol Muzumdar.However, fans will notice one major absence, star opener Smriti Mandhana, who will not be appearing in the episode.

Smriti Mandhana’s Wedding News

Smriti Mandhana has been making headlines throughout the month, not only for cricket but also for her personal life. She was scheduled to marry singer Palaash Muchhal on November 23. However, the wedding was called off just hours before the ceremony after her father, Srinivas Mandhana, suffered a heart attack and had to be hospitalised.In a surprising development, Smriti has now deleted all her wedding and engagement-related posts, including the proposal video. Close friends Jemimah Rodrigues and Shreyanka Patil have also removed the wedding announcement video. Fans are curious, but neither Smriti nor her family has offered further clarification.On Wednesday, her father was discharged from the hospital, but no new update on the “postponed” wedding has been shared.ALSO READ: Smriti Mandhana's Father Discharged From Hospital, Wedding With Palash Muchhal Remains Postponed - Report

India’s T20 World Cup Victory

India clinched the 2025 T20 World Cup with a composed win at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on November 2. Posting an impressive 298/7, the second-highest total in the tournament’s history — India stayed in control throughout. South Africa attempted to build momentum but were bowled out for 246 in 45.3 overs, giving India a commanding 52-run win.

Where to Watch KBC 17

Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 airs on Sony Entertainment Television, Monday to Friday at 9 PM. Fans can also stream the episodes on Sony LIV.