The episode opens with Choton’s baraat arriving at the wedding venue, where Mrinalini’s mother warmly welcomes him. Meanwhile, Apu suggests to Jhanak that they go see Mrinalini, and Jhanak agrees.
Inside, Anjana checks in with Mrinalini’s mother about her daughter’s readiness, to which she replies that Mrinalini is still getting ready. Tanuja comments that after the wedding, Mrinalini will have to balance family responsibilities with work. Mrinalini’s mother insists that she will manage both roles and takes a jab at Bipasha, suggesting she might not know Mrinalini’s family background. This prompts a defensive Bipasha to question Mrinalini’s mother, who dismisses her concern. Before leaving, Mrinalini’s mother alerts Tanuja that her life has also changed because of Shubhankar. Tanuja finally realizes why Mrinalini has been so talkative, while Bipasha suggests they should teach Mrinalini’s mother a lesson.
As Apu and Jhanak find Mrinalini, she greets Jhanak with a warm hug and expresses her disappointment that Jhanak almost missed the marriage. Jhanak, acknowledging her own limitations in decision-making, tells Mrinalini that she has every right to make her choices. Rumi mentions that Arshi is alone at home, but Mimi reassures her that Arundati is with her. Mrinalini encourages Jhanak to enjoy the festivities.
Over at the mandap, Aniruddh playfully asks if Choton is nervous. Choton admits to knowing Mrinalini but feels a bit apprehensive about the wedding setup. Aniruddh reassures him that this is just the beginning, as the varmala ceremony is about to start. Mrinalini’s father inquires about Arundati, and Tanuja informs him that she is helping Arshi at home.
As Choton and Mrinalini exchange garlands, an incident occurs where Jhanak nearly stumbles, prompting Aniruddh to catch her, leading to a moment of shared eye contact. Meanwhile, Arshi, alone at home, feels neglected and wonders if Jhanak and Aniruddh are enjoying the celebration. She attempts to call Jhanak but receives no response.
Bipasha, noticing the chemistry between Jhanak and Aniruddh, loudly calls out Jhanak’s name, snapping them back to reality. She then informs Arshi about what she had seen, which angers Arshi, leading her to hang up on Bipasha. Aniruddh, feeling the pressure, steps aside to call Arshi, who scolds him for ignoring her. Aniruddh insists that she is mentally torturing him by making unreasonable accusations, but Arshi is adamant about teaching Jhanak a lesson. Aniruddh pleads with her not to ruin Jhanak’s night, telling her she needs to adjust because he is soon to be a father. Frustrated, he ends the call.
Jhanak then asks Aniruddh to arrange for a car to go see Arshi. Aniruddh tries to persuade her to stay and enjoy the wedding festivities, explaining that they will only last one night and that Arundati is with Arshi.
Meanwhile, Anindo questions Jimli’s decision to hire a maid when he feels she already does the work of one at home. Anindo’s father suggests he should hand over the money to him for safekeeping. Anindo insists on keeping it in the bank instead. Jimli reminds Anindo of his promise to buy her jewelry, to which he assures her he will follow through. Anindo’s mother enters the scene, telling Jimli to start cooking while Anindo’s father requests tea, reinforcing the domestic chaos.
As the family dynamics unfold, Srishti approaches Jhanak, complimenting her and insisting she doesn’t need to check up on Arshi. Jhanak feels responsible, stating that Arshi is alone, but Aniruddh advises her to stay. Srishti then jokingly suggests Aniruddh could marry Jhanak, shocking both of them. Jhanak reacts strongly, stating she wouldn’t want to disrupt Arshi’s life, and walks away. Just then, Arshi falls down the stairs, prompting Arundati to rush over.
The episode concludes on this tense note.
**Precap:** Jhanak and Aniruddh share a dance with Mrinalini as Arundati calls Aniruddh, hinting at further complications to come.