Teju challenges Mukta about her ambition to become the top singer by focusing solely on classical music. In response, Mukta reveals her discomfort concerning Rituraj’s influence over Teju, before walking away. Meanwhile, Rituraj playfuly nudges Neel to concentrate on driving, teasing him about which girl occupies his thoughts. Neel brushes it off, claiming he isn’t interested in anyone. Rituraj encourages him to embrace love, but Neel admits he feels shy around girls, believing he will only fall for the woman he marries. Rituraj invites him to join a performance in Nashik, but Neel declines. Rituraj then asks if Neel has ever been enchanted by a girl, prompting Neel to think of Teju.
Lost in her thoughts about Rituraj, Teju is startled when Vedant points out that she’s been ignoring her buzzing phone. Checking the messages, she discovers her friends are thrilled about her upcoming duet with Rituraj. Excited, she decides to call Mohit to share her joy. Vedant reminds her that Mohit typically doesn’t permit them to contact him while he’s in Nagpur. Teju explains that Mohit’s parents have never accepted Mukta and are upset with him.
Determined, she plans to call the landline, thinking that if she poses as their granddaughter, their anger might ease. Despite Vedant’s warnings about the potential fallout, she goes ahead. When Aditi answers, Mukta quickly steps in to disconnect the call. She confronts Teju, reiterating Mohit’s strict rule against contacting him in Nagpur. Teju questions how long they must adhere to this, voicing a desire to connect with their grandparents. Vedant echoes her frustration.
Mukta explains that Mohit’s parents are angry because he married against their wishes. Despite Teju’s attempts to persuade Mukta to let them call, Mukta stands firm, insisting they wait until Mohit gives permission. She emphasizes that Mohit is acting in their best interest to shield them from additional pain and urges Teju and Vedant to respect their father’s wishes. Reluctantly, they agree. Mukta then encourages Teju to strive to become the world’s best singer if she truly wants to make her father proud. Teju assents, and Mukta instructs them to prepare for their trip to Nashik.
Meanwhile, Mohit is preparing to leave for Nashik, informing his family that he will be away for two weeks on business. His parents suggest he move to their city for a family reunion, but Lakshmi bitterly comments that he won’t do so because he avoids her. Mohit subtly agrees. Aditi reminds him to take his blood pressure medication, and he nods in agreement. As he gets into an auto, he casts a glance at Aditi, wishing he could give her a normal family life, but realizes he cannot disclose his previous marriage and child to Mukta.
**Precap:** Rituraj insists that Neel accompany him to Trimbak for the Mahashivratri celebration, suggesting he might find love there. Teju asks Mukta why they visit Trimbak every year for the celebration, given that it’s also celebrated well in Amravati. Mukta responds that the Trimbak visit is special because it was where Mohit proposed to her.