The episode opens with a tense confrontation between Adit and Mangal. Adit accuses Mangal of being romantically involved with Kapil for the past six months, expressing his disbelief and hurt over the situation. He questions her integrity, pointing out that she is now the owner of the entire KB Group, valued at ₹3000 crores. The office gossip regarding her affair with Kapil has been rampant, and Adit feels foolish for not believing it sooner. He taunts her about experiencing her “pehla swad” with Kapil, which deeply wounds Mangal. She reminds him that she is the mother of his children and defends her right to make decisions about her life, stating that men are allowed to remarry, so women should have the same freedom. Mangal explains that her decision to marry Kapil is influenced by her mother’s needs, asserting that her truth is known only to God.
Despite her attempts to assert herself, Adit remains bitter and tells her she can marry whoever she likes but warns her not to inform their children — he intends to do it himself. Mangal refuses to let him dictate how she will communicate with their kids, insisting she will speak to them in her own way. Adit reacts angrily, claiming she has lost the right to make such decisions. He instructs her to tell Kapil to stop acting like a father to their children and to cease bribing them with gifts, reminding her that their father is still alive before storming off. Sowmya quietly leaves the scene, sensing the escalating tension.
Alone, Mangal breaks down in front of Maata Rani, feeling overwhelmed by the accusations and hurtful words from Adit and Kusum. With a heavy heart, she removes her nuptial chain and places it in the pooja thali, tearfully questioning the goddess about her painful situation. She feels torn between her loyalty to her mother and the expectations of Amma Kusum, unsure of whom to choose or what is right. As she cries at the goddess’s feet, water drips into her hairline, washing away the sindoor that signifies her marriage.
At this moment, Sowmya enters, mockingly questioning Mangal’s tears. She reminds Mangal that this is supposed to be a happy occasion, as she is engaged to Kapil, and presents a gift — a container of sindoor. Sowmya smugly states that they no longer share the same sindoor, implying a divide between them. Mangal, undeterred, returns the sindoor box and asserts her independence, warning Sowmya to mind her own business. She firmly states that she will make her own decisions and vows to keep a watchful eye on Sowmya, threatening consequences if Sowmya mistreats her children or Adit’s parents. With that, Mangal walks away, leaving Sowmya frustrated.
Meanwhile, Sowmya seeks out Adit, reminding him of her earlier warnings regarding Mangal’s affair. Adit, already aware of the situation, expresses his desire not to discuss it further. Sowmya accuses Mangal of selfishness, claiming that she has disregarded the well-being of their children and Amma in her pursuit of happiness with Kapil. She asserts that Mangal has targeted Kapil because of his wealth and is now planning to take the children away from Adit. Adit, protective and angry, insists that they are his children and that he will not allow Mangal to take them from him.
Later, Mangal is seen tenderly covering her children with a duvet, contemplating how to explain her decision to marry Kapil. She resolves to speak to them herself, but only after Adit has had his say.
In another part of town, at Kusum’s house, Pratima arrives with shagun items and inquires about Mangal’s whereabouts. When informed that Mangal is not home, Pratima instructs the servants to place the clothes inside. Kusum soon arrives and confronts Pratima, accusing her of selfishness for supporting Adit’s second marriage while opposing Mangal’s. Pratima retorts that Kusum wants to use Mangal to mend her own broken home and heart. Admitting to her intentions, Pratima declares that they have lost Mangal but now have a chance to claim her back, leaving Kusum fuming.
Meanwhile, Ishana returns home with friends and is captivated by the luxurious lehengas and jewelry laid out for Mangal’s engagement. She admires the outfits, particularly when Sowmya arrives and covers her with a dupatta, showcasing the intricate embroidery that bears Mangal’s name. Ishana notices the names of both Kapil and Mangal together, leading her to question what is happening. Sowmya reveals the shocking news that Mangal is getting married to Kapil, leaving Ishana stunned and filled with anger.
The episode concludes with Ishana grappling with the revelation, setting the stage for the unfolding drama in the Deshmukh household.