The episode opens with Raunak expressing his deep concerns to Harsh and Mayank about Prarthna’s troubling situation. He recounts how the Zaveri family has mistreated her, despite the fact that she had previously saved him from a dire circumstance. Raunak’s voice is filled with urgency as he insists that Prarthna’s upcoming marriage to Bhavesh should not happen, firmly stating that Bhavesh is not a good person. In a moment of camaraderie, Raunak turns to Mayank, asking about the detective he had mentioned earlier. Mayank reassures him that the detective is on his way to meet them, and Raunak nods in agreement, feeling a sense of hope.
As the conversation shifts, Harsh reminds Raunak that he needs to focus on his own wedding preparations. Raunak acknowledges this, albeit reluctantly, as he grapples with the emotional turmoil surrounding Prarthna.
Meanwhile, Bhavesh’s mother storms into the room, visibly agitated. She lashes out at Bhavesh, revealing that Diya has been trying to contact him, threatening to send him to jail. Bhavesh, unfazed, scoffs at the idea, insisting that Diya won’t follow through on her threats. Despite his confidence, his mother insists that he swear on her that he will not answer Diya’s calls. After making the promise, Bhavesh’s mother leaves, her worries lingering in the air.
In another part of the house, Ketki enters to find Payal fully dressed as a bride. She admires Payal’s appearance and compliments her on looking beautiful. Payal, excited yet anxious, asks Ketki to perform the warding off evil eye ritual, hoping to ensure that her wedding day goes smoothly. Ketki, with a teasing tone, comments on the ritual but then shifts her focus to the potential threat posed by Prarthna. She warns Payal to remain vigilant, suggesting that Raunak could be taken from her at any moment. Ketki expresses relief that Smita does not favor Prarthna, noting that if it were anyone else, they might have arranged a marriage between Raunak and Prarthna due to her heroic actions. Ketki emphasizes the importance of avoiding any foolish mistakes in the future.
In a moment of desperation, Payal calls Bhavesh, sternly warning him to ensure that Prarthna does not appear at her wedding venue. She expresses her jealousy and fear, declaring that if Prarthna shows up and disrupts the ceremony, she will not hesitate to cut him off financially. With a sharp tone, Payal ends the call, leaving Bhavesh to contemplate the implications of her threats.
As the wedding preparations continue, Raunak gets ready to take on his role as the groom. He dons the traditional shawl that Prarthna had gifted to Baa, lost in thought as memories of her flood his mind. Just then, Shubhvi enters, urging Raunak to come downstairs, reminding him that everyone is waiting for him. Raunak takes a deep breath, steeling himself for the events to come.
Meanwhile, Bhavesh arrives at Seema’s house, where she instructs Gayatri to fetch Prarthna. Gayatri nods and heads off to fulfill the request, unaware of the tension brewing around the impending wedding.
Back at the wedding venue, Ketki performs the Pankhwani ritual, adding a light-hearted atmosphere to the proceedings. She continues with the nose-holding ritual, teasing Raunak and trying to lighten the mood. Raunak, feeling the weight of the moment, sits down in the Mandap, trying to focus on the ceremony. Shubhvi observes the scene and comments to Smita that everything seems to be going smoothly, with Raunak exactly where she wants him to be.
As the ceremony unfolds, Gayatri approaches Prarthna with a sense of urgency. She implores Prarthna not to go through with the marriage to Bhavesh, expressing her belief that he is not the right man for her. Prarthna, resolute in her decision, insists that she will marry Bhavesh because her parents have chosen him for her. She dismisses Gayatri’s concerns, claiming that her perception of Bhavesh as a bad person is merely a misconception. Gayatri, frustrated, questions why Prarthna cannot see that she and Raunak are meant for each other. Prarthna, undeterred, reiterates her commitment to marrying Bhavesh.
As the wedding festivities continue, Praful arrives at the venue, causing Ketki to question his tardiness. Praful cryptically replies that someone has died, prompting Ketki to ask for more details. However, Praful dismisses her inquiry, stating that she doesn’t need to know and that his bodyguard is handling the situation discreetly.
In a pivotal moment, the detective finally arrives to meet Mayank. With a serious demeanor, he reveals that he suspects Bhavesh may already be married, a revelation that could have significant implications for the events unfolding at the wedding.
Episode Ends