The episode begins with a vibrant celebration as Pratima and the other employees gather around Mangal to wish her a heartfelt happy birthday. The atmosphere is filled with joy and excitement, and Mangal, overwhelmed by the attention, feels a mix of emotions—happiness, gratitude, and a touch of surprise. However, amidst the festivities, Adit stands off to the side, choosing not to participate in the celebrations or extend his wishes to Mangal.
One of the employees approaches Mangal, curious about her feelings regarding the surprise party. Mangal expresses her astonishment, admitting she never expected such a thoughtful gesture. She turns to Pratima and Kapil, asking why they went to such lengths for her. Kapil, with a warm smile, explains that as her business partner, she deserves to be celebrated. Mangal is touched, sharing that this is the first time she has celebrated her birthday in such a special way, and she thanks them for showering her with love and respect. Pratima, sensing Mangal’s emotional state, hints that there are more surprises in store, leaving Mangal curious about what else could possibly happen.
Pratima then presents Mangal with a beautifully wrapped gift, and Adit watches from a distance, his expression unreadable. Initially hesitant, Mangal refuses to accept the gift, feeling overwhelmed by the generosity. However, Pratima insists, urging her to open it. Mangal appears confused but ultimately complies, intrigued by what lies inside.
Meanwhile, Lipika, Mangal’s friend, is busy taking selfies, trying to capture the moment. Madhu, another friend, nudges Lipika, reminding her to wish Mangal a happy birthday. As Mangal approaches them, her face lights up with happiness. She greets them warmly, expressing her joy at seeing them there. Lipika explains that their mother couldn’t attend the celebration, so she came instead. Mangal is pleasantly surprised and turns to Pratima, asking how she knew about her family. Pratima explains that since Mangal regularly sends money to her family, she pieced together the connection. Mangal expresses her gratitude, and Pratima then inquires about Lipika’s mother, Shanti. Lipika mentions that her mother is in Meerut for a wedding.
Just then, Kapil arrives, and Mangal excitedly introduces him to Lipika, eager to share her world with her friends. Pratima, noticing the moment, encourages Mangal to open the gift, eager to see her reaction. As Mangal unwraps the present, Adit continues to observe from a distance, his feelings about the celebration evident in his demeanor. Lipika, glancing at Kapil, whispers to her friend that he seems like a good match for Mangal, hinting at her approval of their partnership.
Inside the box, Mangal discovers a stunning watch. She gasps, feeling unworthy of such an expensive gift and insists that she cannot accept it. Kapil, recalling how his mother had wanted to gift Mangal a bangle instead, feels a wave of nervousness wash over him. Lipika, seeing Mangal’s reluctance, encourages her to accept the watch, and Pratima joins in, insisting it’s a token of appreciation. Kapil breathes a sigh of relief as Mangal contemplates their insistence.
As Lipika and her friend head to the buffet, Mangal quietly bids them farewell, still grappling with her feelings about the gift. Kapil takes a moment to thank Pratima for not giving Mangal the bangle, acknowledging the delicate situation. Mangal returns to Pratima, expressing her discomfort with the watch, reminding her that they have already gifted her a saree and organized this grand party. Kapil, sensing her hesitation, gently tells Pratima not to pressure Mangal further. Meanwhile, Adit, feeling out of place, decides to leave the party.
In another corner, Lipika shares her thoughts with Madhu, praising Kapil as a wonderful man who respects Mangal. She suggests that while he is currently her business partner, he could also become her life partner. Adit, overhearing this, silently seethes, thinking to himself, “Bloody gold digger.” Madhu, concerned about the escalating tension, warns Lipika to keep her voice down, but Lipika continues to mock Adit, pointing out that he didn’t even bring a gift while Kapil organized the entire celebration.
Just then, an unfortunate accident occurs when someone spills juice on Adit. Lipika, noticing him, accuses him of trying to ruin her sister’s birthday. She threatens to teach him a lesson, but Madhu steps in to diffuse the situation, explaining to Lipika that Adit is merely an employee working under Mangal and came to celebrate her birthday as any other employee would. Lipika, feeling frustrated, wishes their mother were present to witness the events unfolding.
Another employee approaches Adit, urging him to stay for the cake-cutting ceremony. Meanwhile, someone comments to Mala about how Mangal is receiving special treatment, speculating whether something romantic is brewing between her and Kapil. Adit overhears this too, his jealousy simmering beneath the surface.
As Lipika places an order for food, Adit cautions her to order within limits, leading to a heated argument between them. Lipika lashes out, reminding Adit of how he used to belittle her sister for her lack of education and now finds himself working under her. In a sarcastic tone, she demands, “Get me an orange juice—for your boss’s sister!” Madhu attempts to intervene, but Lipika continues to hurl insults at Adit, not backing down.
Mangal, sensing the rising tension, steps in to apologize to Adit on Lipika’s behalf. Adit, cold and distant, replies that he has known how things are for years and, without further ado, takes a phone call and walks away. Mangal turns to Lipika, chastising her for her inappropriate behavior. Lipika insists that Adit is in the wrong, pointing out that he didn’t even bring a gift. Mangal, trying to diffuse the situation, reassures her that their presence at the party is more than enough for her. She admits to missing Kusum and her children, wishing they could be there to celebrate.
Realizing her mistake, Lipika promises to be more considerate in the future. An employee announces that it’s time to start a game, which piques everyone’s interest. Mala encourages Adit to join in, and they reveal that it’s a spinning bottle game—whoever the bottle points to will have to sing a song for Mangal. As the bottle spins wildly, anticipation fills the air, and it finally comes to a stop, pointing directly at Adit. The crowd erupts in cheers, urging him to sing a song for Mangal, setting the stage for a moment of unexpected vulnerability.
As the episode wraps up, the tension between the characters remains palpable, and viewers are left wondering how the dynamics will shift as the celebration continues.
**Precap:** Sowmya confronts Adit, hinting at further complications ahead.