The episode begins in a tense hospital room. Neil is lying unconscious on the bed, connected to monitors and an oxygen mask. The family, including his mother, father, and siblings, stands around him, their faces etched with worry. A young girl, Pari, runs in, calling out “Pukki Baba!” and rushes to his bedside. She tearfully asks him what happened and why he isn’t speaking, reminding everyone that her mother also left without a word. The family members are overcome with emotion, with Neil’s mother and sister crying uncontrollably. Pari, in her innocence, tries to wake Neil up by offering him a chocolate, her small gesture highlighting the deep sadness in the room.
Meanwhile, in the hospital corridor, a distraught Savi, dressed in her police uniform, prays fervently before a Ganesh idol. Tears stream down her face as she talks to God, expressing her belief that she is cursed and that anyone who gets close to her is snatched away. She pleads with God not to let anything happen to Neil, promising to go far away from him and everyone she loves if it means they will be safe. She feels immense guilt, believing she is the cause of his suffering.
Back in Neil’s room, Pari continues her one-sided conversation with him. She reminds him of his own words, that he had told her to take care of the family if she ever left. She points out that she and her baby sister are also his family, so he can’t leave them. In a heart-wrenching moment, she says that if he becomes a star in the sky, she will join him, refusing to be separated. A quick flashback montage shows a violent struggle, Neil protecting Pari, and a fight over a gun, which results in a gunshot, revealing the cause of Neil’s condition. As Pari holds Neil’s hand, his fingers twitch, and his eyes flutter open. The family is startled and filled with hope. Neil’s father immediately shouts for the doctor. Dr. Srivastava rushes in, checks on Neil, and asks the emotional family to wait outside while he examines him.
In the corridor, another police officer, Bhakti, finds Savi. She brings a wave of relief, announcing that the criminal, Srichand, has confessed to all his crimes. He admitted to murdering Rajat Sir and Tejaswini Pradhan, the crime for which Neil and Savi were being framed. Bhakti joyfully tells Savi that she has won the long and difficult battle. However, Savi’s happiness is overshadowed by her concern for Neil, lamenting that he is not conscious to hear the news of their victory. Just then, Neil’s mother, now out of a hospital gown, approaches with Pari and the baby. She delivers the wonderful news that Neil has regained consciousness and is out of danger. Pari excitedly credits Savi’s prayers for her father’s recovery. Overcome with emotion and remorse, Neil’s mother apologizes to Savi for misunderstanding and mistreating her. She acknowledges Savi as the true mother to the children and hands the baby to her. They share a long, tearful hug, finally mending their broken relationship.
Later, a conscious Neil is sitting up in his bed, surrounded by his happy family. He looks at his mother and weakly says, “Aai.” As he looks around, a montage of memories flashes through his mind – his first meeting with Savi, their fake marriage, their moments of growing closeness, and their life as a family. He tries to get up, and his family rushes to help him.
Two days later, Neil is seen in a patient’s gown as his mother packs a suitcase. He tells her he needs to meet Savi before they leave. His mother gently reminds him that their relationship was just an act and that Savi is leaving the city with her family. But Neil, now clear in his feelings, insists that their marriage was real to him and that he must know Savi’s decision before he can move on.
The scene shifts to the police quarters parking lot. Savi, along with her children and family, is about to leave in a car. As they are saying their goodbyes, Neil arrives. Pari spots him and joyfully shouts, “Pukki Baba!” Savi gets out of the car, and she and Neil face each other for a final, emotional confrontation. Neil tells her that he has realized he cannot live without her and that she is his life partner, not just a temporary part of his life. He asks to start over as friends, and they share a handshake. With a heavy heart, he tells her to say goodbye. Savi, holding back tears, bids farewell to “Dr. Neil Kurat.” As she gets into the car and it drives away, Neil watches, heartbroken but respectful of her decision, giving her a final salute. The episode ends with a poignant shot of them parting ways, their future uncertain.
Review
This episode was an emotional rollercoaster, masterfully balancing heartbreak with moments of hope and resolution. The performances were top-notch, especially from the child artist playing Pari, whose innocent pleas to her unconscious father were incredibly moving. The scenes in the hospital were filled with palpable tension and raw emotion, effectively conveying the family’s despair. Savi’s prayer scene was powerful, highlighting her internal conflict and immense guilt. The confession of the villain provided a much-needed sense of victory, but the writers cleverly used this resolution not for a happy reunion, but to set up a more complex and heartbreaking separation. The final scene between Savi and Neil was beautifully executed, with poignant dialogues and a bittersweet tone. Neil’s final salute was a fitting tribute to Savi’s strength and their shared journey. While the ending is tragic for fans of the couple, it opens up a new, intriguing chapter for the story, leaving viewers to wonder if and how their paths will cross again.
Recap Points
- Neil regains consciousness after being in a critical condition.
- The main antagonist, Srichand, confesses to his crimes, clearing Savi and Neil’s names.
- Neil’s mother has a change of heart and apologizes to Savi, accepting her as part of the family.
- Despite everything, Savi decides to leave the city with her children to start a new life.
- Savi and Neil share a heartbreaking goodbye, parting ways on seemingly final terms.
Plot Twists
- Neil regains consciousness just as Savi is about to leave, leading to a final confrontation.
- Srichand’s unexpected confession resolves the central criminal case.
- Instead of a happy reunion, Savi chooses to leave Neil and the city, prioritizing her children and career.
- Neil, despite remembering his feelings for Savi, respects her decision to leave.
Predictions
- Neil will likely find it impossible to move on and may try to find Savi in her new city.
- Savi will face new professional and personal challenges as a single mother and an IPS officer in a new environment.
- A time leap might occur, showing the children grown up and potentially acting as a catalyst to reunite Savi and Neil.
- The story will now focus on Savi’s journey of self-reliance and Neil’s struggle with his feelings and loss.