Today’s episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai begins at the Poddar house, buzzing with preparations for the auspicious Teej festival. Dressed in a grand saree, Dadisa (Kaveri) orchestrates the arrangements with an iron fist. She lectures the family’s daughters-in-law on the sanctity of the festival, emphasizing that the fast and rituals are a testament to a wife’s devotion. Her eyes land on Abhira, and she makes a sharp comment, saying that only a true daughter-in-law who respects their traditions can complete the pooja successfully. Ruhi, standing nearby and looking picture-perfect, subtly agrees with Dadisa, trying to position herself as the more ideal wife.
The scene shifts to Abhira and Armaan’s room. Abhira is struggling to drape her saree, feeling the pressure of the day. Armaan enters and lovingly helps her, his gentle touch calming her nerves. They share a sweet, romantic moment. Armaan reassures her, telling her not to worry about Dadisa’s words and to just be herself. He tells her that their relationship doesn’t need anyone’s validation. To make the moment even more special, he gifts her a beautiful, traditional saree. He reveals it belonged to his mother, leaving Abhira emotional and deeply touched by the trust and love he has shown her.
Later, the Teej pooja commences. All the women of the Poddar family, dressed in their festive best, gather in the main hall. Dadisa begins the rituals, explaining the significance of each step. As Abhira is about to perform her part of the ceremony with her sacred thaal (plate), the lights in the house suddenly flicker and go out completely, plunging the room into darkness and causing a minor panic. After a few tense moments, the power is restored. However, the family is shocked to see that Abhira’s pooja thaal has been completely ruined. The sacred lamp (diya) is extinguished, and all the offerings are scattered on the floor.
Chaos erupts immediately. Dadisa is furious and instantly blames Abhira for the mishap. She calls it a terrible omen and accuses Abhira of being careless and disrespectful towards their sacred traditions. Vidya and Manisha try to calm the situation and defend Abhira, suggesting it could have been an accident in the dark. However, Ruhi seizes the opportunity to add fuel to the fire. She feigns innocence and mentions how she saw Abhira struggling with the rituals earlier, implying Abhira was not capable of handling the responsibility. Abhira stands heartbroken and speechless, unable to defend herself against the accusations.
Just as Dadisa is about to pronounce a punishment, Armaan steps forward. He stands firmly by Abhira’s side, his voice cutting through the noise. He declares that he trusts his wife completely and that she would never be so careless with something so important. He is certain that this was no accident and that someone has deliberately sabotaged the thaal. His eyes scan the room, looking for any clue. As he looks down, he spots a small, uniquely designed button on the floor near where Abhira’s thaal was kept.
Later, a disturbed Armaan is discussing the incident with his cousins, Krish and Aryan. Krish mentions that he briefly saw Ruhi lingering near the pooja area right before the power cut. This information troubles Armaan. His mind flashes back to the button he found. He recalls the unique design on Ruhi’s blouse. Looking at her from across the room, he notices that a button is indeed missing from her sleeve, and it looks exactly like the one in his hand.
Putting the pieces together, Armaan confronts Ruhi privately in the hallway. He holds out his palm and shows her the button. Ruhi’s face turns pale with shock. She immediately denies having anything to do with the incident. However, Armaan’s gaze is intense and unwavering. He questions her relentlessly, asking why she would stoop so low. Overwhelmed by his questions and the evidence against her, Ruhi finally breaks down. Through her tears, she confesses everything. She admits that she couldn’t bear to see Abhira performing the rituals as his wife and receiving all the love and importance. Driven by jealousy, she intentionally ruined the pooja to humiliate Abhira in front of the family. The episode ends on Armaan’s face, a mixture of shock, disgust, and profound disappointment in Ruhi.
Review
This episode was a classic Yeh Rishta blend of festival drama, romance, and a shocking revelation. The writers did an excellent job of building the tension from the very first scene. The Teej festival provided the perfect backdrop for the unfolding drama, highlighting the deep-rooted conflict between Abhira’s modern values and the Poddar family’s rigid traditions. The romantic scene between Armaan and Abhira was a definite highlight, offering a warm and tender moment before the storm. Their chemistry continues to be the heart of the show.
The central conflict was executed brilliantly. The sabotage of the pooja thaal was a predictable but effective trope to create high-stakes drama. The real masterstroke was how Armaan turned into a detective, piecing together the clues. Using a small, seemingly insignificant button as the key piece of evidence was a clever writing choice. The final confrontation between Armaan and Ruhi was powerful. Ruhi’s confession felt earned, born out of her desperation and long-simmering jealousy. This episode successfully pushes the narrative forward, unmasking Ruhi’s true intentions and setting the stage for a major family fallout. It was a well-paced, engaging, and dramatic episode that will surely have viewers eagerly waiting for the next one.
Recap Points
- The Poddar family celebrates the Teej festival, with Dadisa creating tension for Abhira.
- During a sudden power outage, Abhira’s sacred pooja thaal is sabotaged.
- Abhira is blamed for the incident, but Armaan defends her.
- Armaan finds a crucial clue—a button—which leads him to discover Ruhi is the real culprit.
Plot Twists
- The festive and pious atmosphere of the Teej pooja is shattered when Abhira’s thaal is found ruined.
- The culprit isn’t an outsider but Ruhi, who has been pretending to be Abhira’s well-wisher.
- Ruhi breaks down and confesses to Armaan that she sabotaged the pooja out of pure jealousy for Abhira.
Predictions
- Armaan will not stay silent and will expose Ruhi’s actions in front of the entire family, leading to an explosive confrontation.
- Dadisa, who has a soft spot for Ruhi, may refuse to believe the truth and could try to protect Ruhi while continuing to blame Abhira.
- This betrayal will permanently damage Armaan’s relationship with Ruhi and will likely strengthen his bond with Abhira.