Rishi gazes at Lakshmi with admiration, mesmerized by her elegance. Shalu modestly deflects praise for Lakshmi’s appearance, insisting her beauty is innate. Overhearing this, Rishi expresses gratitude for having Lakshmi in his life, receiving Dadi’s blessings. When Shalu mentions the upcoming competition, Lakshmi dismisses the topic and exits. Observing their intimacy, Malishka leaves in frustration, with Rishi pursuing Lakshmi to declare his feelings. Though touched by his confession, Lakshmi suddenly apologizes and departs, leaving Rishi bewildered as he searches for her. Elsewhere, Ayush coordinates with Bhalla to prepare party arrangements.
Shanaya confronts Malishka about her abrupt exit. Malishka confesses her inability to tolerate Rishi’s affection for Lakshmi, especially after learning about Lakshmi’s pregnancy. Shanaya, drawing from personal experience, initially suggests pregnancy as leverage before proposing more extreme measures with Kiran’s arrival. Meanwhile, Bhalla becomes intoxicated and develops an instant attraction to Aanchal after Ayush serves him drinks.
Rishi eventually locates Lakshmi, questioning her earlier apology. She expresses remorse for bringing complications into his life, but he comforts her, emphasizing their love’s importance. Their heartfelt moment is interrupted when Lakshmi leaves abruptly, with Shalu observing Rishi’s genuine devotion. Simultaneously, Ayush notices Bhalla’s drunken infatuation with Aanchal, sparking a scheme.
As Lakshmi watches Rishi interact with guests, he shares his appreciation for being significant in her life. Ayush and Shalu conspire to lower their inhibitions through alcohol, hoping to uncover hidden feelings. Their private exchange is suddenly interrupted by Rano’s arrival. Meanwhile, Balwinder infiltrates the party in disguise, with the intoxicated Bhalla unwittingly becoming his accomplice after recognizing him.
The tension escalates as Shanaya provides Malishka with a dangerous substance, instructing her to administer it through Lakshmi’s drink to terminate the pregnancy, while Kiran watches the unfolding conspiracy.
