The latest episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kahlata Hai opens with RK confronting Abhira, questioning how she could support Armaan in his decision. He emphasizes his trust in Armaan, believing he will fulfill his responsibilities toward both Shivani and Abhira. Before departing for Delhi for an important case, RK declares that he must leave. Shivani stops him, asking how he can go without meeting her. She shutters his assumption that once she meets Armaan, she will forget RK. She insists that a mother’s heart holds space for both her sons and showers RK with affection. He, in turn, takes pride in being Shivani’s favored son. Armaan, witnessing their bond, regards RK as his own brother. Before disappearing for a month, RK entrusts Armaan with the responsibility of taking care of both Abhira and Shivani.
Determined, Armaan decides to take Shivani to the Poddar house, but she hesitates, fearing Kaveri’s disapproval. She voices her concern that Kaveri will never accept her presence. Abhira reassures her, affirming that as long as she and Armaan stand beside her, no one can strip Shivani of her rightful place. To solidify her stance, Abhira writes Shivani’s name on Armaan’s cherished bench, symbolizing their commitment. Armaan resolves to make Kaveri acknowledge Shivani.
Meanwhile, Kaveri grows increasingly anxious about Armaan’s whereabouts. Madhav, noticing her distress, asks why she appears so unsettled. She confesses that the entire family is concerned. Manisha, frustrated, holds Charu responsible for Kiara’s marriage to Abhir. Charu reaches out to Kajal, who urges her to return home. Sanjay, worried about Charu, listens as Manisha accuses her of abandoning the wedding and causing Kiara’s struggles. Sanjay defends Charu, stating that Kiara has willingly embraced her marriage with Abhir. However, Manisha refuses to accept this and demands an explanation for Charu’s disappearance. Their escalating argument unsettles Vidya, who fears that dark forces are at play within the family.
The Poddars are left speechless when Armaan arrives with Abhira and Shivani. Kaveri’s panic sets in, convinced that Shivani’s presence will lead to her secrets being unveiled before Madhav and Armaan. In her mind, she envisions Shivani exposing her past actions, revealing that Kaveri deliberately kept her away from her husband and son. The nightmare jolts Kaveri back to reality as she sees Madhav’s stunned expression. In disbelief, he asks Shivani if she is truly alive. He then turns to Armaan and Abhira, demanding to know how they found her.
Abhira calmly explains that Shivani had been in RK’s care after he rescued her from an ashram. She further reveals that Shivani had spent time in a hospital before they reunited. Listening to this, Armaan shifts his focus to Madhav, questioning when he last saw Shivani.
Madhav recalls the tragic accident that separated them. He explains that everyone convinced him that Shivani had not survived. The revelation leaves Vidya in shock, while Kaveri remains frozen, unable to react. Armaan and Madhav rush to console Vidya as she struggles to process the truth. At the same time, Shivani is taken aback as she watches Armaan provide support to Vidya, unsure of where she now stands in the family dynamic.