Today’s episode starts with Succhi telling Noina that the bond between Mihir and Tulsi looks exactly the same as it did six years ago when they were together. Noina immediately denies it and says there is nothing between them anymore whatever happened on the trip was just drama and now that the trip is over the drama is over too. She confidently claims that once they reach Mumbai Mihir and Tulsi will finalize their divorce as soon as possible.
Succhi says how will this happen as Dev’s wedding to takes place. She says that Mihir and Tulsi’s divorce is inevitable. Noina angrily replies that she does not care about Dev’s wedding at all. Whether Dev gets married or not makes no difference to her but Mihir and Tulsi’s divorce must happen.
Succhi says she hopes Noina’s words come true. She comments that what is happening right now Mihir driving Tulsi back creating misunderstandings is easy in such marriages but breaking such bonds completely is very difficult.
Tulsi Refuses to Travel with Mihir
Suddenly Tulsi asks Mihir to stop the car. She gets out and tells him that she wants to sit with Shobha instead. Mihir asks what the problem is and says they can travel together till Mumbai.
Tulsi firmly tells him to either stop the car or she will get down. Mihir stops the car. Tulsi steps out and wonders where Shobha is as she was supposed to arrive by now. Tulsi calls Shobha and asks where she is. Shobha replies that she has just crossed the Surat border but she cannot see Tulsi anywhere.
Tulsi tells Mihir that Shobha has crossed the border but they are not visible to her. Mihir explains that they took a different route as a shortcut. Tulsi questions why he chose a shortcut instead of coming from the same route as Shobha. Mihir says the map showed this as the best route so he followed it.
Shobha asks Tulsi if they came from another road. Tulsi helplessly replies that Mihir took a shortcut. Shobha says they are far ahead now and there is no return point nearby. Tulsi asks her not to worry and assures her she will manage. Shobha understands Mihir’s intentions and feels relieved.
Noina’s Frustration
Noina is shocked to hear that Mihir took a shortcut. Mihir sarcastically says that he learned this shortcut trick from Noina herself . Noina asks if he is making fun of her.
Mihir coldly tells her to go straight home and that she will find him there. He cuts the call leaving Noina furious and frustrated.
Mihir tells Tulsi that everyone will reach Mumbai directly. Tulsi says she will leave and go by taxi or bus. Mihir replies that no taxi or bus is available there. Tulsi insists that she will wait.
Mihir points out that they have been standing there for a long time and that not even a pedestrian has passed by. He assures her that he will drop her safely.
Tulsi says that he should keep Baapji’s idol with him. Mihir reminds her that Baapji had given the idol to him. Tulsi replies that Shantiniketan and Mihir need it more than she does.
Mihir explains that it is very hot the journey is only till Mumbai and he promises to behave like a taxi driver silent and professional. After much hesitation Tulsi finally agrees. Mihir looks relieved and happy.
During the drive Mihir talks about his car and says it has always been reliable and never troubled Tulsi. He reminds her that this is the same car he gifted her on their anniversary. Tulsi recalls that moment emotionally.
Mihir proudly says that even after seven years the car has never broken down. Tulsi replies that with time cars and relationships both wear down. When they do the real test is whether someone tries to fix them or simply replaces them. She reminds him that he promised to stay silent.
Mihir says that seeing her made him want to talk. He plays a song. Tulsi remembers their love, promises, betrayals, and heartbreak.
They reach Mumbai. Tulsi asks Mihir to stop the car as she will leave. Mihir offers to drop her wherever she wants. Tulsi says she has been managing alone for six years and can do it again.
Tulsi gives Mihir the idol. Before leaving she says that earlier she was angry that Mihir separated Angad from her but now she feels it was the right decision. Otherwise Angad might have suffered the same fate as Hrithik and Pari.
She reminds Mihir that while Hrithik survived Pari is still living under his roof silently enduring pain every day. She urges him to fulfill his responsibility as Pari’s father. Tulsi also warns him not to repeat with Noina what he did to her because Noina loves him deeply and is waiting with hopes of marriage. Breaking someone’s trust in love causes unbearable pain something Tulsi knows better than anyone.
Tulsi leaves. Mihir stands emotional remembering every word she said.
Pari and Ranvijay’s Explosive Confrontation
Pari confronts Ranvijay accusing him of bringing another woman home behind her back. Ranvijay tells her to lower her voice and control herself. Pari questions the lipstick mark on the pillow saying she had changed the bedsheets before leaving.
Ranvijay arrogantly says he does not know how the mark came and even if it did what can she do about it. Pari calls him disgusting. Enraged Ranvijay reacts aggressively.
Pari shouts that she will not let her daughter live with such a man and demands a divorce. Ranvijay attempts to hit her. Hrithik witnesses this and intervenes pushing Ranvijay away and warning him never to raise his hand on Pari again.
Mihir’s Shocking Stand for Pari
The family gathers. Mihir arrives and asks what is happening. Hrithik reveals that Ranvijay tried to hit Pari. Shockingly Mihir says that it is a matter between husband and wife and outsiders should not interfere.
Then unexpectedly Mihir brings sandals from Surat market and asks Pari to try them. Everyone is confused. Mihir stops Pari and tells her not to wear them but to hit Ranvijay with them.
He orders Pari to hit Ranvijay as hard as possible saying that every wound Pari received should be returned double today. He assures Pari that her father is standing with her and if Ranvijay tries to stop her he will destroy him.
Encouraged by Hrithik and Shobha Pari lifts her sandal. Just then Garima arrives and witnesses the scene causing Pari to stop. Ranvijay panics and emotionally blackmails her by reminding her of their daughter and warning her about another broken marriage. Overwhelmed by his words Pari breaks down in tears.
Tulsi’s Decision
Tulsi tells Angad that Pari is suffering alone and enduring unbearable pain. Angad admits that Pari ignored all warnings because she was blinded by love.
Vrinda reminds everyone that this is not the time to prove who was right or wrong. Tulsi agrees and says that Pari needs support not lectures. Tulsi promises to stand by Pari after the exhibition finals regardless of whether Shantiniketan supports her or not.
Precap: Tulsi tells Mihir that Bandhej is not just a business, but a mission to make women financially independent. Noina mocks Tulsi and challenges her saying she will never succeed. Tulsi confidently accepts the challenge leaving Mihir proud and smiling.
