The latest episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kahlata Hai unfolds with Charu noticing Abhira’s injury and urging her to see a doctor. Abhira insists she is fine and dismisses the concern. When they called Abhira ‘Bhabi’ Vidya tried to remind them that Armaan and Abhira are separate. But Kajal and Manisha defended saying they are still not divorced and since they have called her ‘bhabi’ all this years it is tough for them to call her by her name. Meanwhile, Krish hands her a bowl of chits to choose a dance partner. As she unfolds the paper, she freezes as Armaan’s name stares back at her.
Armaan, observing her wound, steps forward instinctively, but as soon as he spots Vidya, he pulls back. Abhira, unsettled, attempts to select another name, but every chit contains only Armaan’s name. Kaveri, displeased with Aryan and Krish, reprimands them and instructs Abhira to focus on the upcoming event.
Charu asks Abhira about her outfit for the function. Before Abhira can respond, Ruhi jumped in, revealing that purple is her favorite. RK overhears and smiles. Meanwhile, Armaan, curious about RK, asks Abhira to inform him that he dropped Shivani safely. He then criticizes RK for being careless, but Abhira stands by RK and defends him.
Meanwhile, Swarna and Surekha playfully tease Charu. Abhir, lost in the fun, requests Swarna to write only his name in the mehendi, leading to more laughter among the family.
A woman notices Kiara avoiding the mehendi and questions her. Overwhelmed, Kiara confesses that it is something she feels was never meant for her.
As preparations continue, Abhira, Krish, and Aryan are taken aback when Armaan arrives in a purple kurta. He glances at himself in the mirror, feeling unsure about the colour. Just as he decides to change, another surprise hits, RK is dressed in the exact same shade, purple. Armaan, caught off guard, stares at RK in disbelief.
Manish complemented RK that purple suits him well and urges him to enjoy the event. His tone changes as he dismisses Armaan.
Abhira attempts to discuss Armaan’s mother with him, but he cuts her off, saying he doesn’t have time for the conversation. A moment of closeness builds between them, but before anything unfolds, RK steps in, causing tension. The brief silence quickly escalates into an argument between RK and Armaan. Abhira takes Armaan’s side, leaving RK upset.
Meanwhile, Abhir struggles to hold a glass of juice, his hands trembling. Vidya watches in shock. Armaan, stepping in at the right moment, helps him. In response, Abhir expresses gratitude, acknowledging Armaan’s support for both him and Charu. However, he reminds Armaan that despite everything, he will never forget how he betrayed Abhira.
As the function progresses, Armaan and Abhira share the dance floor. The chemistry between them is undeniable, but just as they find rhythm, RK steps in, disrupting the moment. Watching from a distance, Vidya warns Armaan to be careful and not to let his emotions push him toward self-destruction.
Amidst the chaos, Abhira suddenly realizes something important is missing, the dhol. Sanjay instructs Krish to sort out the issue, but Krish, dismisses he doesn’t have any contacts.
Observing Abhira’s distress, Armaan’s heart sinks. He watches as she wrestles with the situation, feeling a deep sadness at her struggle.