The episode opens with Adit attentively handing a chunri to Mangal, preventing it from falling off the plate. Mangal expresses her gratitude and proceeds towards Kapil. Kapil informs Kusum that his mother has invited everyone to their home to celebrate the festival of Teej. Adit, feeling a sense of resentment, quietly reflects on the insult he previously endured in that very household, expressing his reluctance to return. Sowmya, overhearing his thoughts, tells Kapil that they will indeed attend the celebration. Kapil agrees and departs with Mangal, while Adit watches Mangal closely, a fact that does not go unnoticed by Sowmya.
Meanwhile, preparations for Teej are in full swing at Pratima’s house. Pratima is busy organizing the event when Shanti expresses her disapproval of inviting Adit. Pratima explains that her invitation was merely a formality to avoid misunderstandings with Mangal. She believes that if Adit possesses any self-respect, he will choose not to attend, given the past insult he faced.
Upon arriving at Kapil’s house, Mangal warmly greets everyone present. Shanti comments on the joy Mangal brings back into their lives, to which Mangal responds with skepticism about the significance of such rituals. Pratima interjects, emphasizing the importance of observing the fast with genuine devotion for Kapil’s sake. She encourages Mangal to set aside her past grievances and participate sincerely in the festivities.
As the gathering continues, Lipika offers Kapil some juice, but he declines upon noticing Mangal. She playfully questions his lack of food intake and jokingly suggests he might be fasting for Mangal. Kapil dismisses her comment, stating he is simply not hungry. Pratima then invites Mangal to choose some bangles, and Mangal selects a simple pair in green. After the bangle seller departs, Kapil picks up the bangles and asks if he can place them on Mangal’s wrists, to which she consents.
Adit, hesitant about attending Kapil’s house, is compelled by Sowmya, who is determined to remove Mangal from his life. Upon their arrival, Adit witnesses Kapil adorning Mangal with bangles. Sowmya points out that Kapil, who is not yet married, appears to have a close bond with Mangal. Kapil compliments Mangal on how the bangles suit her, and she expresses her thanks. Sowmya then approaches the pair with Adit, praising them as a lovely couple. She encourages Adit to choose a pair of bangles for her, which he does, and she requests that he put them on her. In the process, Adit accidentally hurts her, prompting him to apologize before leaving, while Kusum silently observes the unfolding events.
Pratima announces that Mangal will perform the jula julayi ritual first. Sowmya, overhearing this, decides to create a diversion by initiating a dance, which allows her to loosen the screws of the swing in the process. When the time for the ritual arrives, Sowmya volunteers to take the first turn, but Shanti insists that Mangal should go first, as the event is organized in her honor. Sowmya internally relishes the situation, as it aligns with her intentions.
Pratima instructs Kapil to push the swing for Mangal. As Mangal sits on the swing, it begins to wobble dangerously. Both Kapil and Adit rush to stabilize it from either side, preventing Mangal from falling. A woman comments on the timely intervention, suggesting it was fortunate that her husband saved her, while another humorously questions which husband she refers to—her ex or her current partner.
Pratima directs the workers to repair the swing while the others transition to the next ritual. The pandit starts reciting the story of Teej, and as Mangal and Kapil prepare to shower flowers on the goddess’s image, Adit’s reflection appears between them, symbolizing the unresolved emotions that linger among the trio.
The pandit instructs Mangal to spread dhoop throughout the house. Mangal takes the dhoop and begins her task. Meanwhile, Sowmya smirks, recalling how she had mischievously added chili powder to the dhoop.
As Mangal enters the kitchen with the dhoop, she suddenly begins to cough violently due to the overwhelming chili smoke. Struggling to breathe, she clutches her chest in confusion and alarm, questioning what is happening to her.
The episode concludes on this tense note, leaving viewers anxious about Mangal’s condition and the impending consequences of Sowmya’s actions.
