The episode begins with Vandana searching for Girdar to ask about Neil. He recognizes her as the girl who had trouble crossing the road and inquires if she knows Neil. Vandana informs him that she saw on the WhatsApp group that Neil is teaching music. Kundan then joins the conversation, recognizing Vandana and mentioning that Neil is waiting for her. As she struggles to climb the stairs, Girdar encourages her to stand on her own feet.
Once inside, Vandana sees Neil teaching a student and tells him that she also plans to sing for the “Desh ki gaana” event. However, the student mocks her, questioning how she expects to sing on stage given her physical challenges. Vandana retorts, asking if he plans to sing with his legs and asserts that it’s wrong to mock someone for their disabilities. Kundan comments that she resembles Apollena, which draws attention to a parallel situation.
Meanwhile, the principal calls Apollena to the stage to speak. Saraswati warns her to think carefully, as it could affect the reputation of the Pandey family. Apollena, however, directly challenges her family’s reputation, causing Mahadev and Saraswati to feel guilty. Mahadev quietly walks away.
Conflicted, Apollena confronts the principal about her admission status, accusing him of selling her seat for 50 lakhs. The principal reassures her that he hasn’t canceled her admission and explains that she is still enrolled in the college. When Apollena questions why another girl is staying in her hostel room, the principal clarifies that Mahadev sought permission for the girl to live there as a day scholar. Apollena criticizes him for bending the rules for Mahadev, while Saraswati tries to defend the principal’s decision.
Apollena insists that her father taught her to stand up for what is right and demands that she be treated like a normal student. The principal assures her that there will be no special treatment and that she can continue her studies just like anyone else.
Later, Apollena has a heated argument with Mahadev, who questions her behavior despite them trying to help her. Apollena insists she doesn’t need special treatment, as she was already a student before their financial donation and can achieve her goals through her own efforts. She refuses to sacrifice her education for family expectations. Saraswati asks why she agreed to marry Mahadev then, leading to more tension. Mahadev tells her to pack her belongings and return home, reminding her that the deal was between them.
Upon returning home, Apollena walks in at the same time as Ira, leading Mahadev to comment that it’s a bad omen. He instructs her to wash her feet after she dirties the house. Apollena apologizes, but Saraswati scolds her for leaving vermillion footmarks on the floor. Mahadev tries to view it positively, calling it a good sign.
Shlok expresses his happiness at Apollena’s return, but Ira is determined to drive a wedge between them. Just then, an overhead chandelier light comes loose, threatening to fall on Shlok. Apollena quickly saves him, prompting Ira to plot to keep her away from Shlok’s life.
**Episode Ends.**