The episode begins with Aishwarya insisting on meeting the chef, despite Mallika’s attempts to dissuade her. Meanwhile, Vikrant is reviewing Mannat’s menu and questions her choice of dishes. Harneet worries that Mannat might say something inappropriate and ruin the opportunity, but Vikrant intervenes, emphasizing that Mannat is the chef and should explain her decisions. Harneet warns Mannat not to refer to Vikrant as a plumber, as he’s actually the owner of the establishment. Vikrant is impressed by Mannat’s thoughtful approach to the menu, which she designed to evoke a homely feeling for his parents, who have recently returned from London. He encourages her to give her best, saying she deserves this chance to prove herself. Mannat compares Vikrant’s supportive attitude to Punit’s dismissive behavior and thanks him, promising to deliver her finest work.
Meanwhile, Aishwarya praises Mallika for her arrangements but stresses the need to prove to Vikrant that she can manage both the kitchen and his household. Aishwarya’s mother-in-law, Kiran, compliments Mallika while subtly taunting Aishwarya, which Shruti overhears. When Shruti shares this gossip with Mannat, Mannat scolds her for meddling in others’ lives and reminds her to focus on cooking.
Elsewhere, Neetu complains to her husband, Rony, about Aishwarya’s overbearing behavior, feeling as though Aishwarya is acting like the owner of the house. Rony explains that they’re tolerating her because of his uncle, Rajendra. Vikrant enters and gifts Neetu a pair of earrings, diffusing the tension. Neetu criticizes Mallika for wearing a short dress, but Vikrant defends Mallika, stating that personal choices like clothing shouldn’t be judged. He reassures Neetu that Mallika is a good-hearted person and that there’s nothing romantic between them, as she’s simply the daughter of his business partner.
Back in the kitchen, Mannat is hard at work when Mallika accidentally knocks over the desserts. Mannat is left in a mess, and Mallika apologizes.
Mallika hides her mistake from Vikrant and shifts the blame onto Mannat, claiming she ruined the desserts. Meanwhile, Punit makes derogatory comments about Shruti and Harneet, body-shaming them. Mannat, aware of Punit’s behavior, avoids his gaze. Vikrant intervenes, angrily confronting Punit for his rudeness and demanding an apology, which Punit stubbornly refuses to give.
Vikrant then turns to Mannat, urgently instructing her to prepare the desserts as quickly as possible to salvage the situation.
**Episode ends**.