In today’s episode, Anupama participates in the haldi ritual alongside Rahi and Prem. When Prem questions Anupama about whether she is just going through the motions, she playfully engages in a Holi celebration with haldi. Gautam approaches Parag, looking to discuss something significant, leaving Parag surprised. Gautam insists that he holds Parag in higher regard than his own father and seeks permission to speak with the men. Meanwhile, Baa expresses her relief that the haldi ceremony has concluded, but a man interrupts, revealing he hasn’t applied haldi yet, shocking everyone. Anupama recalls meeting this man at the temple.
Rahi inquires about the man’s identity, and he claims to be her biological father, leaving Rahi, Anupama, and the others in disbelief. Baa learns that Gautam invited the man, who asserts he has been trying to reach Gautam for days, claiming his paternal connection to Rahi. Prem challenges Gautam, demanding proof of the man’s claims. The man offers to undergo a DNA test and states that while Anuj and Anupama adopted Rahi, he is indeed her biological father and wishes to be part of her wedding. Anupama retorts that if he truly were a father, he would spare them all the drama.
The man insists he is not causing trouble and expresses happiness about Rahi’s upcoming marriage in the Kothari household. Anupama stands up for Rahi, while the man reveals Maya’s past as a bar dancer, claiming he used to bring her clients. Rahi expresses her ignorance about Maya’s background. Gautam speaks out against Rahi, leaving Anupama and Rahi stunned. Determined, Anupama vows to defend Rahi.
Vasundhara asserts that Rahi cannot become part of their family due to her mother’s past. Anupama urges Vasundhara to recognize Rahi’s kind heart, but Vasundhara stands firm, saying they cannot accept Rahi because of her mother’s history. Anupama defends Maya, explaining that circumstances forced her into that life. She argues that while the man claims to be Rahi’s father, he is not a good husband and does not deserve to belittle Maya.
The man accuses Anupama of portraying Maya as a hero while casting him as the villain, revealing that Maya was involved with Anuj. Furious, Anupama slaps the man for attacking Anuj and firmly takes a stand for Maya. Later, Baa decides against Rahi marrying Prem, questioning her upbringing and origins. Parag confronts Gautam about bringing the man into the situation, and Gautam reveals that it was Parag who wanted to expose the truth.
Despite the chaos, Prem is resolute about marrying Rahi. Anupama intervenes, asking him to wait for Baa’s approval and to see Rahi’s good character beyond her background. Prem accuses Parag of intentionally bringing the man to humiliate Anupama and Rahi, leading to heightened tensions as Gautam tries to mediate.
**Episode Ends.**
**Precap:** Prem insists on marrying Rahi, but she refuses to do so without Baa’s consent. He accuses Rahi of being more interested in becoming a Kothari daughter-in-law than his wife. In frustration, he severes his ties with her.