The episode opens with Mukta captivating the audience with her singing performance on stage. Meanwhile, Nandini playfully asks Amai if he remembers their first encounter, which Amai recalls fondly. Nandini teases him about it, and together they applaud Mukta’s impressive talent.
After her performance, Mukta expresses her gratitude to the audience and introduces the next act—her daughter, Teju. Teju begins to sing the Shiva Stotram, and Rithu Raj, who is in the audience, joins her on stage, harmonizing beautifully. Neel, captivated by Teju’s voice, starts making his way toward the stage.
Nandini and those around her notice Rithu Raj’s impromptu duet with Teju, remembering that she had similarly enchanted him during a previous event, sparking some lighthearted comments among them.
The host asks the audience to give a warm round of applause for the duo, and afterward, Rithu Raj openly praises Teju for her mesmerizing performance.
Aditi notices Mohit on television, prompting her to call over Prajakta and Juhi to see him. Lakshmi, catching the broadcast, sees Mukta alongside Mohit and wonders about her identity. Aditi suggests that Mukta could be the wife of one of his colleagues, which leads Lakshmi to criticize Mohit for supposedly being ashamed to include his wife and children on his tour. Aditi counters this by reminding Lakshmi of Mohit’s mother’s belief that his wife should appreciate music. Lakshmi retorts, questioning why Mohit’s mother arranged for her marriage to him, making a pointed remark. Frustrated, Aditi wishes they would save their argument for later, as it’s distracting her from watching Mohit. Lakshmi snaps at Aditi, but Satish’s wife interjects to diffuse the situation.
Back on stage, Rithu Raj notices Teju isn’t wearing a gajra, unlike her mother. When she mentions it may have fallen off, he kindly offers her one of his own. Teju accepts with a smile.
Later, Rithu Raj invites Teju to sit in the VIP section, treating her like the artist she is. Their conversation flows easily, and he asks for her phone number. Teju shares her number but expresses some skepticism, suggesting he likely meets many fans like her every day. Rithu Raj playfully assures her that they’ll see what happens.
**Precap:** Rithu Raj confesses to Teju that he likes her. Later, Teju waits for a bus or taxi at night but is unsuccessful. Neel offers to give her a ride home.