The episode begins with Malishka in a state of despair, attempting to slit her wrist with a knife. Kiran rushes in, stopping her and delivers a sharp slap, questioning Malishka’s sanity. Malishka, teary-eyed, confesses that she feels crazy because she has always wanted Rishi in her life, but he’s only interested in Lakshmi. Kiran insists that’s not true, but Malishka claims she overheard Rishi professing his love for Lakshmi.
Meanwhile, Shalu confronts Anushka, accusing her of trying to steal money and calling her a thief. Anushka vehemently disputes Shalu’s accusations, sparking an argument between them.
Back with Malishka, she expresses her agony at the thought of Rishi and Lakshmi being together, insisting that she can’t bear to see them taking vows around the Lohri fire. Kiran coldly replies that no one would care if Malishka were to die, but then promises that Rishi and Lakshmi won’t take their vows. When Malishka demands to know how, Kiran ominously notes that Lakshmi won’t be able to walk, indicating they will take action to prevent the ceremony.
In another part of the scene, Anushka continues to taunt Shalu, and when Shalu threatens to expose Anushka, the situation escalates. Anushka retaliates by hitting Shalu on the back of the head with a vase, rendering her unconscious.
Rishi, standing near Lakshmi, silently vows to express his love for her in front of everyone. As Kiran and Malishka observe him with Lakshmi, Malishka’s anxiety surfaces again; she warns Kiran that if Rishi and Lakshmi take their vows, she will take drastic measures. Kiran urges Malishka not to speak of death, but Malishka insists that without Rishi, her life holds no value. Determined, she leaves, resolving to secure Rishi for Malishka by any means necessary.
Varsha frantically searches for Rishi’s room, while Kiran approaches Malishka, informing her that she has received a call from Abhay and encourages Malishka to take it. Malishka pretends to comply.
Kiran hatches a plan to lay glass shards around the Lohri fire just as Rishi and Lakshmi are set to take their vows. As Rishi and Lakshmi prepare, Rano interrupts Kiran, inquiring about the Pooja Thaal she has brought. Kiran pretends to tidy up, dropping the Pooja Thaal and discreetly scattering the glass shards on the ground. She instructs Lakshmi to proceed with the vows, but just as Lakshmi steps forward, Rishi calls out to her.
Meanwhile, Anushka believes she has killed Shalu and starts calling for Neel to assist with the situation.
Neel, spotting Varsha, quickly hides from her. At the same time, Karishma engages Varsha in conversation, asking what she is doing there. Varsha claims she’s lost on her way to Lohri. Karishma kindly provides her with directions before heading off to fetch Garimacharya, while Neel follows her, curious about this figure.
Rishi, finally speaking to Lakshmi, shares the significance of Lohri with her. He expresses that she is the light guiding him out of darkness and brings him solace. With sincerity and emotion, Rishi declares his love for Lakshmi.
The episode concludes on this heartfelt note, leaving the viewers anticipating the fallout of these unfolding confrontations.