In today’s episode, Anupama is taken aback to see Rahi. Prem wonders about Rahi’s delay, while Anil lightheartedly points out that being the bride naturally makes her take more time, teasing Prem in the process. Pari comments that Prem is blushing more than Rahi, and Ishani jokes that since Rahi is the bride, Prem will need an OTP just to see her. Excitedly, Prem declares he can handle anything for Rahi and asks what he needs to do. Mahi tells him to be patient a little longer. Meanwhile, Khyati expresses her concern about Rahi’s well-being due to her tardiness, prompting Ansh to check on her. Pari predicts that Prem will cry when he first sees Rahi, to which Baa questions why that would be the case. Leela responds that nowadays, even grooms can get emotional, and Pari adds that modern grooms often shed tears upon seeing their brides.
Anupama feels anxious about Rahi. Soon, Rahi calls for help after falling, and Anupama checks on her. Rahi reassures Anupama before she takes her to meet Prem. Ansh, Mahi, Rahi, and Ishani playfully demand a *shagun* from Prem before unveiling Rahi’s face, prompting Parag to generously offer one lakh rupees to each of them. Ansh clarifies that this was all in jest and insists that they take only what’s necessary. When Prem and Rahi see each other, they are instantly smitten, reminiscing about their shared past. Ansh becomes emotional as he watches Rahi.
Prathana assists Ansh while commenting that Prem was similarly emotional at her wedding. Meanwhile, Gautam becomes upset at Prathana and Ansh’s camaraderie. A playful scheme is devised by Ishani, Pari, Mahi, Radha, and Ansh to steal Prem’s shoe, which the Kotharis are determined to protect. However, someone manages to make off with the shoe. Prathana offers assistance to Jhanki, who declines, stating they can’t accept her help, yet Prathana assists Ansh anyway, inciting Gautam’s anger.
The priest calls upon Rahi’s parents to perform a ritual. Anupama expresses her desire to take part but feels powerless. Baa suggests that Hasmuk and Leela should conduct the ritual instead. Rahi, however, interjects, declaring that since Anupama has taken full responsibility for Anuj, she deserves to perform the ritual. Anupama asks Rahi to refrain from speaking, but Rahi insists, causing Baa to feel offended. Prem stands by Rahi, leading everyone to eventually agree that Anupama should carry out the ritual.
Ansh lends a hand to Prathana in cleaning her dress, which triggers Gautam’s anger. Meanwhile, Anupama requests Jhanki to serve food, as guests are waiting, but Jhanki tells her to concentrate on the ritual. Elsewhere, Gautam confronts Prathana, accusing her of attempting to win Ansh’s attention. Enraged, Prathana retaliates, and Gautam escalates the situation by shouting at her and manhandling her while Ansh looks on. Gautam taunts Prathana about her “lover” having returned.
Leela secretly hides Prem’s shoe, delighted at the prospect of Rahi winning. Ansh confronts Gautam over his baseless accusations, leading to a fight. Anupama steps in, quickly discovering that Gautam has been abusing Prathana.
**Episode Ends**
**Precap:** Anupama confronts Gautam in front of the Kotharis. Parag warns that if the accusations against Gautam are untrue, he won’t spare Anupama. However, Anupama stands firm and raises her voice in defense of women’s respect.