The episode unfolds with Bhagyashree expressing her concern to Rishabh about how he managed to acquire the passports. Rishabh explains that he anticipated Sowmya would create complications, prompting him to reach out to friends in the film industry to procure fake passports. He reassures Bhagyashree to remain calm. However, she counters that while it may seem easy for him, he fails to grasp the emotional turmoil she is experiencing. Rishabh then reveals his own distress, stating that others perceive him as a thief and a wrongdoer, and emphasizes that she has no idea about the challenges he has faced. Unbeknownst to them, Padma overhears this exchange and discreetly walks away. Bhagyashree acknowledges Rishabh’s suffering, suggesting they head to the office to regain their composure. Rishabh agrees, affirming their shared journey.
In another part of the house, Padma expresses her discontent to Vinay regarding Sowmya’s actions, which she believes were unjust. Vinay concurs but admits he harbors lingering doubts. Padma urges him to refrain from further speculation, asserting her desire to demonstrate respect for Rishabh. She then takes Vinay’s phone and makes a call. Just as Bhagyashree and Rishabh enter the hall, Padma informs them of a ritual at the temple, invited by Meenakshi’s parents. Although Bhagyashree mentions their intention to go to the office, Padma insists they should take a break. She turns to Rishabh, inquiring whether he knows how to wear a dhoti. When he admits he does not, Padma instructs Bhagyashree to assist him and sends them off to change into traditional attire.
Bhagyashree provides Rishabh with the clothes and directs him to change in the washroom. Upon entering later, she discovers the bathroom in disarray, completely wet. Stepping back outside, she is taken aback to find Rishabh shirtless and struggling to don his dhoti. He questions her presence, and she scolds him for the mess he has created. Observing his difficulties, she decides to help him with the dhoti. During this interaction, Rishabh inquires about her distress the previous night, leading Bhagyashree to explain that Sonia mistakenly assumed he and Sunny were romantically involved. Rishabh is taken aback by this revelation and vehemently denies any such implication, clarifying that he is not that type of person. Bhagyashree apologizes, recognizing it as a misunderstanding. She then invites him to come closer as she assists him in pleating his dhoti. Their proximity heightens the tension, and as she finishes, she instructs him to change into the kurta while she dresses in the adjoining room, cautioning him to remain inside until she calls him, given the wet condition of the bathroom.
Later, Bhagyashree calls for Rishabh, who emerges and is captivated by her appearance in a saree. Together, they enter the hall, where Vinay and Padma express their delight at their traditional attire. Padma performs a ritual to ward off the evil eye and drapes a kanduva over Rishabh’s shoulders as they prepare to leave for the temple. On their way out, a group of LGBT ladies approaches Rishabh, inviting him to join them at the gym after his return. Rishabh responds positively, and he and Bhagyashree continue on their way to the temple.
At the temple, Rishabh inquires with Meenakshi’s mother about the significance of the ritual. Meenakshi praises Rishabh, calling him exceptional. Padma elaborates that the ritual is traditionally performed by newly married couples, and today, Meenakshi and Shekar will partake, alongside Rishabh and Bhagyashree. Bhagyashree questions the necessity of their participation, to which Padma responds that they are regarded as a newly married couple in their eyes. She then encourages Rishabh to adorn Bhagyashree with floral jewelry, which he readily agrees to do. As he helps her prepare, Bhagyashree’s parents look on with joy at the sight of the couple together. The pandit announces the completion of the pooja, and Padma instructs Rishabh to carry Bhagyashree in his arms for the parikrama. Rishabh lightheartedly remarks that he has seen this scenario in the film “Chennai Express,” eliciting laughter from those present. Although Bhagyashree hesitates, Rishabh reassures her that he will not let her fall, and he lifts her into his arms. The crowd showers them with flower petals, and Rishabh and Bhagyashree share a gaze filled with mutual admiration. Karuna praises the couple, and Padma expresses her satisfaction, thanking Karuna for her assistance.
Later, Meenakshi’s father, Mukund, presents a cash gift and a flat to Meenakshi and Shekar. Although Meenakshi feels it is unnecessary, Mukund insists on the gesture. Vinay takes Mukund aside, questioning why the flat is registered in both Meenakshi’s and Shekar’s names, suggesting that Meenakshi’s name alone would suffice. Mukund explains that he wants them to feel united, hence the decision to include both names. Vinay listens attentively without further comment.
Upon returning home, Padma informs Vinay that everything went smoothly. However, Vinay expresses skepticism, stating that it is all a façade. Padma counters that the arrangements are for Bhagyashree and Rishabh’s happiness. She suggests that since Mukund has gifted a flat to Meenakshi, they should consider doing something similar for Bhagyashree. Vinay agrees and proposes the idea of gifting a flat to Bhagyashree by utilizing the fixed deposit he had set aside for her wedding. Padma enthusiastically approves this plan.
That night, Vinay awakens coughing and realizes there is no water in their room. He heads to the kitchen, where he unexpectedly spots Rishabh sneaking out of the house. Curiosity piqued, Vinay begins to question Rishabh’s intentions and contemplates following him.
In the preview for the next episode, Vinay asserts that he will not tolerate any harm coming to his daughter from Rishabh. He witnesses Rishabh entering a festively decorated venue and arrives there with the police in tow.