The latest episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kahlata Hai begins with a heated exchange between Armaan and Vidya. Armaan accuses Vidya of taking everything from him, stating that while a mother gives up her life for her child, she took away his entire world. Kaveri steps in to defend Vidya, arguing that because of her, Armaan received a loving home, education, and a successful future. But Armaan refuses to accept this reasoning. He reminds Kaveri that she never treated him as her own, constantly reminding him of her so-called kindness while breaking his confidence every day. He recalls how she treated him like a mere pet, offering him toffees as if that was enough to make him question his self-worth.
His anger turns back to Vidya. He demands to know how she considers herself a mother when she cursed him on his wedding day. He then reveals something that stuns everyone. He has always carried her picture in his wallet. As emotions rise, Abhira tries to calm him down, but his frustration only grows. He declares he is tired of Kaveri’s endless reminders of her so-called favors. Overwhelmed with anger, he blames Vidya and prepares to tear her picture apart, accusing her of using him only as a way to remain connected to Madhav.
Kaveri refuses to let him go through with it. She insists he cannot destroy the picture because, deep inside, he knows he cannot truly separate from Vidya. She reminds him that Vidya is more than just Madhav’s wife or the daughter-in-law of the Poddar family, she is, above all, his mother. But Armaan refuses to accept this and declares that Shivani is his real mother.
Kaveri urges him to reconsider, warning that choosing Shivani will mean losing everything that makes him who he is. Shivani tries to hold him back, but Madhav steps in, giving Armaan the freedom to decide for himself. Without hesitation, Armaan makes his choice, he walks away from the Poddar family name, rejecting every so-called favour Kaveri ever gave him. In response, Kaveri demands that he remove his ring. Without a second thought, both Armaan and Abhira take off their engagement rings, symbolizing their departure from the family. Armaan stands firm, choosing Shivani without looking back. Kaveri insists that he is reacting in anger and needs time to think, but he refuses to listen. He declares he is done with the lies of both Kaveri and Vidya.
Rohit tries to stop him, arguing that he cannot just walk away from his family like this. But Armaan fires back, saying that this same family has humiliated him and Abhira over and over again. If the insults continue, there will be nothing left to hold on to. He expresses his exhaustion, saying that no matter how hard he tried to be accepted, it was never enough.
Manisha tries to reason with him, pointing out that every family has conflicts, but people don’t just leave. Armaan, however, has made up his mind. He says he was never truly part of this family, only a guest in their home. And guests, he says, must leave eventually. His words leave both Kaveri and Vidya in shock.
Before walking away, he turns to Abhira. He acknowledges that the road ahead will be filled with challenges, but Abhira meets his gaze with unwavering determination. She assures him that no matter what happens, she will stand by his side through everything.
How will be their new life? Would Arman stick to his decision of reconsider it? Audience is eager to know the answer of such questions.