Dhaka, Oct. 19 -- Music director and filmmaker Palash Muchhal has confirmed that Indian women's cricket star Smriti Mandhana will "soon become the daughter-in-law of Indore," putting to rest months of speculation about their relationship.

Rumours about the couple have circulated for some time, fuelled by their frequent public appearances and photos on social media, though neither had previously confirmed being together.

Speaking at an event at the State Press Club in Indore on Friday, the 30-year-old composer said with a smile, "She will soon become the daughter-in-law of Indore... that's all I want to say." He then added, "I've given you the headline."

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