The episode opens with Mannat engulfed in guilt for breaking Vikrant’s heart. She reflects on how Vikrant has always been there for her, providing unwavering support. Deeply concerned for his well-being, she prays to God, asking for Vikrant’s happiness and for the safety of Shruthi, her mother. Meanwhile, unbeknownst to Mannat, Vikrant is in a vulnerable state, mistaking Mallika for Mannat. In his confused state, he asks Mallika to stay with him, and Mallika seizes the opportunity to manipulate the situation to her advantage. Locking the door, she believes that no one can separate them now, convinced that they will be together by the next day, and that Vikrant will marry her.
As Vikrant mumbles Mannat’s name in his sleep, Mannat continues her prayers, pleading with God to transfer Vikrant’s pain onto herself and to save him. Mallika attempts to get closer to Vikrant, but he unexpectedly falls asleep, leaving her frustrated and disappointed. Despite her efforts to awaken him, he remains unresponsive. Later, Mannat receives news from the doctor that Shruthi is stable and recovering well. Grateful, Mannat thanks the doctor for saving her mother. The doctor praises Mannat for her quick thinking in bringing the matching liver for Shruthi, stating that she is lucky to have a daughter like Mannat. Mannat inquires about her mother’s discharge, and the doctor informs her that Shruthi will need to be observed a bit longer but will be moved to another room soon.
As the scene shifts back to Vikrant, he wakes up disoriented and recalls the heartbreak caused by Mannat. To his shock, he finds Mallika beside him, pretending to be asleep. Confused and alarmed, he questions how he ended up in his room and what Mallika is doing there. Mallika feigns innocence, relishing the moment as she believes this is her chance to make Vikrant feel guilty for ignoring her. She considers this her punishment for his past neglect. Vikrant, still reeling from his drunken state, apologizes to her, insisting that he would never take advantage of a woman, regardless of his condition. He expresses his regret about the previous night, asserting that he couldn’t hurt her.
Mallika seizes the moment to manipulate Vikrant further, claiming that everything changed the previous day when Mannat broke his heart. She tells Vikrant that she tried to stop him from drinking too much but ultimately failed. Vikrant struggles to believe her, revealing that he even called the staff to cancel the wedding after his heartbreak. Mallika continues to weave her web of deceit, stating that she couldn’t prevent Mannat from breaking his heart and that Vikrant had always loved Mannat deeply, while she, Mallika, was merely after his wealth and power.
As Vikrant listens, Mallika spins a tale of how she brought him back to her house when he was drunk, claiming he mistook her for Mannat in his vulnerable state. She lies about him hugging and kissing her, and when Vikrant questions why she didn’t stop him, she responds that she felt responsible and began to develop feelings for him as the wedding rituals approached. She pretends to apologize, suggesting that she understands he doesn’t feel the same way about her and that he doesn’t need to marry her out of obligation.
Just then, Mallika notices her Dadi approaching and quickly opens the door, revealing the two of them in a compromising situation. Dadi is shocked by the sight before her. Meanwhile, Mannat is seen embracing Shruthi, reflecting on the duality of her feelings. She thinks of Shruthi as her precious mother, a gift from God, while acknowledging that her biological mother does not deserve the title of “mom.” The nurse then informs Mannat that she can discharge Shruthi, marking a bittersweet moment of relief for Mannat as the episode comes to a close.
Episode Conclusion
The episode ends on a poignant note, highlighting the complexities of love, betrayal, and family ties, leaving viewers eager to see how Mannat will navigate the unfolding drama and the implications of Vikrant and Mallika’s deception.