In today’s episode of *Kumkum Bhagya*, Prarthna is seen excitedly informing Shivansh that she has successfully obtained the CCTV footage from Raunak’s neighbor, Ashok. Ashok, who is familiar with her, called her to hand over the crucial evidence. Shivansh arrives promptly, eager to see the footage, and together they head to his office.
Once at the office, Shivansh quickly accesses the footage. As they watch, they see a group of men igniting a fire, and Shivansh identifies them as the bodyguards employed by Payal’s father. The revelation shocks Prarthna, who had not anticipated such treachery from Raunak. Shivansh, filled with determination, tells Prarthna that Raunak and Payal orchestrated the fire incident, and he vows to ensure they face the consequences of their actions. Prarthna is left reeling, unable to comprehend how Raunak could stoop so low.
Shivansh, fueled by anger, immediately sets out to track down the bodyguards involved in the incident. He instructs a detective to locate the men, intent on gathering enough evidence to present to the police. Meanwhile, Prarthna contemplates confronting Raunak directly, her mind racing with thoughts of betrayal. Shivansh, recalling Raunak’s previous taunts, feels a surge of rage.
After obtaining the location of the bodyguards, Shivansh arrives at a bar where he confronts them. At the same time, Raunak is shown meeting with a broker to rent a house, receiving the keys with a sense of triumph. He is thrilled when Prarthna calls him, and he lies about his whereabouts, claiming he is viewing a rented property and promising to send her the location.
As Shivansh engages in a physical altercation with the bodyguards, Raunak is preoccupied with thoughts of Prarthna returning to him, convinced that she still loves him. He instructs Mayank to prepare flowers for her arrival, brimming with excitement at the prospect of rekindling their relationship.
Shivansh, determined to extract a confession from the bodyguards, intensifies his interrogation. He is relentless, wanting to uncover the truth behind the fire incident. Meanwhile, Raunak eagerly awaits Prarthna’s arrival, believing that their reunion is imminent.
When Prarthna finally arrives at Raunak’s rented house, she is taken aback by the decorations he has prepared for her. However, her initial surprise quickly turns to fury as she confronts him. She slaps Raunak and vehemently rebukes him for his heinous actions, expressing her disgust and hatred towards him. Raunak, bewildered by her reaction, questions her sudden change in attitude. Prarthna asserts that she is not naive and that she has uncovered the truth about his malicious schemes, including the fire he set to frame Shivansh.
Raunak attempts to justify his actions, claiming that he did not intend to harm anyone but rather sought to win her back. Prarthna firmly rejects his attempts to associate their names, insisting that she is married to Shivansh and that he is her true husband. She warns Raunak against any further threats to Shivansh, vowing to protect her marriage at all costs. Raunak, overwhelmed with emotion, finds himself in tears as Prarthna stands her ground.
Despite his pleas, Prarthna remains resolute, rejecting his advances and demanding that he no longer hold her. She emphasizes that their friendship is over, firmly declaring herself as Prarthna Shivansh Randhawa. Mayank, who witnesses their heated exchange, feels a pang of sympathy for Raunak, recognizing the heartbreak he is experiencing.
After this confrontation, Raunak is left devastated, grappling with the reality of losing Prarthna. Mayank questions Raunak about the reasons behind her departure, seeking to understand the situation better. Meanwhile, Payal approaches Shakti, expressing her concerns for their safety and urging him to take action against Shivansh, whom she believes poses a threat to their plans. She insists that they must eliminate Shivansh to secure their future.
Later, Prarthna returns home, where she is met by Bua Maa. Bua Maa inquires about Shivansh’s whereabouts, and Prarthna admits she has no information about him. Bua Maa expresses her frustration, stating that while she has never wronged Prarthna, she feels angered by her presence. She accuses Prarthna of being the reason for Shivansh’s troubles and warns her that she made a mistake by returning home. Bua Maa demands that Prarthna keep her distance from the family, deepening the rift between them.
The episode concludes with heightened tensions surrounding Prarthna’s relationships, leaving viewers eager to see how the unfolding drama will affect her future with Shivansh and the looming threat from Raunak and Payal.