Mayank opens up to Raunak, revealing that he’s in love with Prarthana. Raunak, in response, mentions Bhavesh and reminds Mayank that despite Bhavesh’s earlier promise to change, he’s unsure that anything has really changed. He advises Mayank to keep a close eye on him. Mayank reassures Raunak, stating that he’s already hired an investigator and is determined to watch Bhavesh closely. He emphasizes that he won’t let Bhavesh marry Prarthana. Raunak agrees and shares his perspective on the situation before walking off.
Meanwhile, Prarthana looks at the sindhur in her hairline, reflecting on the words of the Ladoo Sadhu. Bhavesh approaches, flirting with her, and notices the sindhur. He offers to remove it and admits that he was angered when Raunak became close to her. He then boldly declares that tonight, she will belong to him, and they become intimate.
In another part of the house, Smita urges the decorators to speed up the preparations. Ketki reminds her about a ritual that was supposed to be performed with Raunak. Smita reassures her that it’s the Punjabi Gharoli ritual and goes on to explain its significance to the others.
Later, Baa asks Smita to send Payal to her room so she can present a gift to her. Smita agrees. When Payal arrives, Baa gifts her a cherished ancestral necklace. Payal’s eyes fall on another necklace, and when she learns it’s meant for Prarthana, she becomes upset. Her jealousy ignites, and she decides to create trouble. She secretly throws colorful stones from a flower pot onto the floor, causing Baa to slip and injure her ankle. The family hurries to take Baa to her room.
Gayatri approaches Prarthana, pleading with her not to marry Bhavesh, insisting he isn’t the right man for her. Prarthana stands firm, saying she will honor the marriage arranged by their families. Gayatri leaves, disheartened. Baa reassures everyone that she’s fine and asks Raunak to apply balm to her sprained ankle. She tells Raunak that she intended to give a gift to Prarthana and asks him to call her over quietly.
Raunak agrees and contacts Prarthana, who promises to arrive discreetly. As Prarthana prepares to meet Baa, Harsh teases Raunak about her visit. Payal overhears their conversation and becomes visibly upset. She swears to prevent Prarthana from becoming part of Raunak’s life. At the same time, Payal receives a message from Rocky, apologizing and asking to meet her. He warns that if she doesn’t show up, he’ll come to her. Payal, feeling anxious, fears that he may show up at the house.
