The episode opens with Savi animatedly sharing the news with her family that Ridhi is safe today, thanks to Neil’s timely intervention. Her voice is filled with gratitude as she recounts the events, and Srichand, her father, nods in agreement, his expression serious yet proud. He insists that they should properly thank Neil for his help, recognizing the magnitude of his actions. Srichand proposes inviting Neil and his family to the upcoming Ganapati pooja, a gesture he believes will express their appreciation. Although Bhagyashree, Srichand’s wife, initially objects to the idea—worried about the implications of involving Neil’s family—Srichand manages to persuade her, emphasizing the importance of gratitude and community.
Meanwhile, in Neil’s home, Yash is assisting him in getting dressed, carefully helping him put on his shirt. He notices Neil’s injuries and advises him not to step out in his current condition, concerned for his well-being. However, Neil is resolute; he insists on going out, explaining that he doesn’t trust the police to handle the investigation properly. He feels a strong need to investigate the location of Ridhi’s kidnapping himself, hoping to uncover clues that might lead to Teju’s murderer. Just then, Srichand calls Neil using Sai’s phone, inviting him and his family to the Ganapati temple for the pooja. Neil, still focused on his mission, firmly declines, stating he has important work to attend to.
Srichand, however, is prepared for this response. He hands the phone to Sai, who has her own motives for wanting Neil to attend the pooja. With an emotional plea, Sai requests Neil to come, promising him a special card she made for him, and jokingly threatens not to talk to him if he doesn’t show up. Neil, unable to resist her charm, finally agrees to attend. Srichand then instructs Sai to invite Neil’s family as well. Sai asks Neil to pass the phone to Leena, Neil’s mother, and she extends the invitation to her. Leena, after a moment of hesitation, accepts the invitation, and the call ends.
Back at home, Bhagyashree and Tara, Srichand’s sister, express their disapproval of his decision to involve Neil and his family in their celebrations. They scold him for complicating matters further, but Srichand reassures them that the evening will be unforgettable. Internally, he harbors a secret agenda; he is determined to separate Savi and Neil, who had thwarted his earlier plans. With a steely resolve, he declares that no one can stop him now.
As evening falls, Neil and his family arrive at the Ganapati mandir, the atmosphere vibrant with festivity. Sai eagerly greets Neil, presenting him with the card she made, affectionately calling him her superhero. Neil, visibly touched, introduces his family to Sai, who greets them with respect and warmth. Savi soon arrives, her eyes widening in surprise at the sight of Neil’s family. Sai takes the opportunity to introduce everyone to Savi, creating a moment of connection amidst the tension.
However, the mood shifts when Bhushan, a member of Neil’s family, makes a snide remark about Savi, recalling past grievances. Neil swiftly interjects, urging everyone to move on from the past and focus on the present. Leena, while acknowledging the difficulty of the situation, agrees to try to make things work for Neil’s sake. Sai, observing the large gathering of families, expresses her desire to grow her own family, hinting at her hopes for a future with Neil. When Leena asks how she envisions this happening, Sai responds that since Neil is now part of her family, they will all gradually become one big family. Bhagyashree and Tara exchange disapproving glances, warning Sai against forming such attachments too hastily.
As the conversation unfolds, Ridhi finds herself lost in thought, reminiscing about Maruti when Bhagyashree jokingly mentions that once Ridhi gets married, she will gain another uncle. The light-hearted banter is interrupted when Srichand arrives, warmly welcoming Neil’s family and proudly explaining that the temple was built by his father. Bhagyashree praises Srichand for his heritage, and the atmosphere lightens momentarily.
Srichand then instructs the Pandit to have Ridhi perform the pooja, citing her recent escape from a life-threatening situation as a reason for her special role. After Ridhi, Savi is next in line to participate. However, Srichand, with a cunning smile, pairs Neil and Sai with Savi for the pooja, a move that does not go unnoticed by the family members, who exchange wary glances.
During the pooja, Neil silently prays for Sai’s happiness and for justice for Teju, his mind racing with thoughts of the recent turmoil. Meanwhile, Savi, with her own heavy heart, prays for justice for Rajat, her expression somber as she reflects on the challenges they all face. As the rituals draw to a close, Srichand senses that the moment to execute his next move is near, a sinister smile creeping onto his face.
Precap
The Ganapati pooja takes a shocking turn when an unexpected video plays on the screen, revealing Neil and Savi sharing a kiss. The atmosphere immediately turns tense, with gasps echoing through the temple as both families react in disbelief. Bhagyashree, Tara, and Leena lash out at Savi, their anger palpable as they confront her about the scandal. In a heartbreaking moment, Bhagyashree declares that she will take Sai and Kian away from Savi, determined to protect her family from what she perceives as a threat. Leena further humiliates Savi, accusing her of trying to manipulate Neil into becoming the father of her children, leaving Savi devastated and fighting back tears as the episode closes on a cliffhanger of heightened emotions and unresolved tensions.