The episode begins in a hospital room where Mannat tearfully watches over her mother, Shruti, who lies unconscious in a bed. A nurse attends to her, while another woman, Aishwarya Rai Singh, watches from the adjacent bed with a cunning look. Shruti slowly wakes up and calls out for Mannat. Overjoyed and crying, Mannat rushes to her mother’s side, and they share a deeply emotional hug. Mannat expresses how much she missed her, and Shruti lovingly replies that a daughter has given her a new life.
Suddenly, Mannat’s relief turns to panic. She tells her mother that the liver donor, Sonia Khanna, is in the same room, pointing towards Aishwarya. Shruti is stunned. Mannat reveals that she knows Aishwarya is Sonia Khanna and that she was forced into donating her liver. She tries to reassure her frightened mother, telling her not to be afraid and that Aishwarya can’t harm them. Mannat then drops a bombshell, declaring that she knows the real reason her mother kept her away from Aishwarya – because Aishwarya is her biological mother. Shruti breaks down in tears as Mannat acknowledges the truth but expresses gratitude for the love and protection she received from Shruti, the mother who raised her. Mannat says her only connection to Aishwarya is by birth, a bond she wishes didn’t exist.
The scene shifts to Vikrant’s house, where his family is in turmoil. His grandmother angrily confronts his mother, Neetu, and a crying Malla. The grandmother is furious about the situation, saying she wouldn’t have known the truth if she hadn’t seen Malla’s distress. Malla confesses that Vikrant was intoxicated and she couldn’t handle him. The grandmother scolds them, saying such behavior is a sin before marriage in their culture. When Neetu tries to brush it off by saying the wedding will fix everything, Malla reveals that Vikrant has called off the wedding because he doesn’t love her. The family is shocked. The grandmother and Vikrant’s father insist that the wedding must go on, but Vikrant, looking ashamed, refuses, stating he cannot marry someone he doesn’t love. His father warns him that this act of rebellion will be his last.
Back at the hospital, Aishwarya, now dressed in a beautiful saree, gets a call from her daughter, Malika, who confirms the wedding is proceeding as planned. Aishwarya tells her she will be there soon. She then calls a man named Ravinder, who is hiding outside the hospital, and instructs him to “finish” Mannat and Shruti. As Mannat helps her mother into a car to leave, Ravinder watches them. Aishwarya, with a triumphant smile, deletes what Mannat thought was a recording from her phone. It’s revealed that Mannat was bluffing, playing a song her mother used to sing, not an actual recording. Aishwarya gloats about her triple victory: her daughter’s wedding, the elimination of her enemies, and freedom from the secret of Sonia Khanna.
A flashback reveals the tense confrontation between Mannat and Aishwarya. Mannat had threatened to expose Aishwarya as her biological mother, using her phone to pretend she had proof, which led to Aishwarya slapping her. The episode ends with a preview for tomorrow: Mannat confronts a shocked Aishwarya at her home, standing before a bonfire. She vows to destroy Aishwarya’s life, revealing that her uninvited ‘Mannat’ (wish/prayer) is back to haunt her.
Review
This episode was a masterclass in emotional drama and suspense. The mother-daughter reunion was heart-wrenching, beautifully capturing years of separation and love in a single embrace. The performances were top-notch, especially the contrast between Mannat’s fierce determination and Aishwarya’s cold, calculated cruelty. The reveal that Aishwarya is Mannat’s biological mother was a stunning twist that redefines the entire conflict, turning it from a simple revenge story into a complex family tragedy. The tension in Vikrant’s household added another layer of drama, highlighting the societal pressures at play. The biggest shock, however, was Aishwarya’s plot to have Mannat and her mother killed, which raises the stakes to a life-or-death level. The episode ended on a powerful cliffhanger, with Mannat ready to unleash her fury, promising an explosive confrontation. The writing was sharp, and the pacing kept viewers on the edge of their seats, making it a truly unforgettable episode.
Recap Points
- Mannat and her mother, Shruti, reunite emotionally in the hospital.
- It is revealed that Aishwarya, the antagonist, was the liver donor for Shruti.
- Malla confesses to the family that Vikrant has called off their wedding.
- Aishwarya plots to have Mannat and Shruti eliminated after they leave the hospital.
Plot Twists
- Mannat reveals her shocking knowledge that Aishwarya is her biological mother.
- Mannat’s threat to Aishwarya with a recording was a clever bluff; she was only playing a song.
- Aishwarya, believing she has won, orders a hit on Mannat and her mother.
Predictions
- Mannat and Shruti will likely escape Aishwarya’s assassination attempt, possibly with help from an unexpected source.
- The truth about Aishwarya being Mannat’s mother will be revealed publicly, likely at Malika’s wedding.
- Vikrant, feeling guilty and manipulated, may decide to help Mannat and expose his family’s and Aishwarya’s schemes.