The episode begins with Alka telling Manoj that Jishnu had come to save Megha — that’s all she knows. Manoj grows more suspicious. If Jishnu really came to protect Megha, then something doesn’t add up, and he feels the need to uncover the truth. He remembers how Jishnu has always been there for her. Tired of watching from the sidelines, Manoj decides it’s time to take control.
The next day, Manoj gathers the local villagers, saying he has something important to share. He brings up the issue of their water supply drying up and blames India for it. Megha arrives and listens quietly. Manoj then turns the situation towards Jishnu, suggesting that if Jishnu truly belongs to Bandipur, he should become their voice. He asks Jishnu to say “Bandipur Zindabad” and “Shah Bahadur Zindabad.” Jishnu agrees, and Manoj records the moment.
Megha watches closely, trying to understand Manoj’s intentions. Manoj suddenly takes it further. He tells Jishnu to say “Hindustan Murdabad” and “India Murdabad,” claiming that since Jishnu is now one of them, he should prove it. Megha looks at the Indian flag and realizes Manoj is testing Jishnu’s loyalty. She silently hopes Jishnu doesn’t say anything against India.
Manoj then threatens to burn the Indian flag if Jishnu refuses. He begins counting down from ten and steps toward the flag. Just in time, Jishnu speaks up. He says that India hasn’t sent water because Manoj is involved in illegal opium trade. He reminds everyone that they are Indians first and should not disrespect their country.
Manoj snaps back, saying India gave him nothing — that he had to go to Georgia to earn and even landed in jail back in India. Jishnu calmly says that if he ended up in jail, he must’ve done something wrong. He firmly adds that nothing stands above the country. Manoj ignores him and moves toward the flag, asking Jishnu to close his eyes.
Jishnu suddenly remembers the oath he took during his inauguration. He rushes to the flag and protects it. Megha watches with relief and pride. Jishnu then fights Manoj and shouts “Hindustan Zindabad” and “India Zindabad.” Megha joins him in the chant. Alka watches Megha quietly.
Jishnu, now visibly emotional, tells Manoj that a nation never dies. As he continues to fight, he shouts “Bharat Mata Ki Jai.” The villagers restrain him. Manoj, surprisingly, laughs. He says he knew someone who worked for the country wouldn’t tolerate such an insult. He then calls Jishnu by his real name — Arjun — and asks if he guessed right.
Manoj pulls off Jishnu’s fake beard and mustache and welcomes “Arjun” to Bandipur. His tone turns cold. He beats him and taunts him for wanting to be a hero, accusing him of forgetting Megha. Then, with chilling finality, Manoj declares himself the biggest villain in Arjun’s life. He hints at Tiger’s possible reaction to Arjun’s fate and orders the locals to raise their guns. Turning to Megha, he asks her to take one last look at Arjun — because, according to Manoj, this is where Arjun’s story ends. He gives the command to shoot.
The episode ends
Update Credit to: Amena