In today’s episode, Anupama instructs Rahi to cover her head before participating in the prayer, noting that it’s Rahi’s first time praying at the Kothari household. Prem surprises everyone, including Parag, Khyati, and Baa, by calling Anupama to lead the prayer and likens her to a divine figure. He insists that she should perform a traditional smoke ritual, which Parag argues is reserved for family members, but Anupama supports Prem’s request. Ultimately, she encourages him to go ahead with it, and he complies.
Meanwhile, the Shah family is astonished to see a display of diamond jewelry at the Kothari home. Pakhi, Paritosh, and Leela are taken aback when they learn about the diamonds’ market value. Pakhi suggests Ishani befriend Raja, but Ishani is skeptical. Pakhi encourages her to focus on Raja and catch his interest before Mahi does.
Later, Rahi tells Prem that he looks cute and expresses a desire to kiss him, but then remembers that family members are nearby. Prem takes a moment to apologize to Shri Nath Ji for being away from home. As the Kotharis prepare lunch, the staff informs Baa that Nirmala wishes to meet her. Baa refuses, stating that Nirmala recently initiated a divorce. Parag comments on the commonality of divorces among middle-aged individuals, and Paritosh points out that Anupama has been divorced twice. Anupama quickly tells him to quiet down, insisting he’s out of line, while Leela reminds Paritosh of Hasmuk’s instructions.
Anupama apologizes to Parag and Baa on behalf of Paritosh. Meanwhile, the Shahs are stunned by the lavish preparations made by the Kotharis. They discover that Baa has single-handedly cooked for the occasion. Pakhi remarks that Rahi will have to start cooking after marriage, prompting a comparison from Baa between independent women and housewives, which Rahi counters decisively.
As the episode continues, Anupama declines a gift from the Kotharis, but Parag and Baa persist in urging her to accept it. Baa then brings up Rahi and Prem’s marriage, but Rahi firmly declines to participate in the wedding, shocking both Baa and Parag.
**Precap:** Rahi chooses to pursue her career, prompting Prem to ask Baa to be understanding. Baa, however, expresses her grievances towards independent women and becomes frustrated with Rahi. Anupama questions how Baa will manage future interactions with the Shahs if she is initially opposed to them.