Today’s episode begins with Mannat left stunned when Vikrant tells her that he needs Dua back. She is confused and shaken wondering what he truly means. Vikrant clearly states that he has come to take Dua with him because he needs her. Mannat is shocked and immediately questions how he even found out about Dua’s presence. She firmly declares that she will not give Dua to anyone because Dua is her daughter. Vikrant is confused by her intense reaction and fails to understand why she is responding so emotionally.
At that moment Dua arrives and tells Mannat that she has seen something very important and asks her to come with her. Meanwhile Vikrant warns Mannat that he will not step back he wants Dua and he does not care what she thinks. He insists that she simply agree.
Mannat questions him angrily asking under what right he has come there and who he thinks he is in Dua’s life. Ronnie and others are shocked at Vikrant’s stubbornness. They fear that if this argument continues Vikrant may eventually discover the truth about Dua being his daughter. Mannat silently panics thinking Vikrant has come to take his child away.
Mannat Sees Dua Hoarding
Dua takes Dhairya aside and shows him a large poster featuring her face. Guddi is stunned. Dhairya cannot believe his eyes and asks Dua when and how this happened. Dua says she has no idea. They rush to inform Mannat. Just as Mannat is about to reveal that Dua is Vikrant’s daughter Dhairya quickly stops her and pulls her away to show her the hoarding. Mannat is shocked seeing Dua’s image displayed publicly.
Vikrant says he does not know how Dua’s face ended up on the hoarding either. He explains that Dua must have unknowingly appeared on the competition set and due to this mistake he now has no option but to include her in the competition. He claims the situation is out of his control.
He adds that if there had been any alternative he would have taken it. He even suggests compensation asking how much money Mannat wants. Ronnie shouts at him. Mannat explodes in anger. She accuses Vikrant of thinking that money can buy everything dignity, relationships, dreams, even children. She firmly declares that Dua is not an object displayed in a shop that can be bought by throwing money.
She says Dua is her pride and that pride will never bow before anyone. Not everyone trades relationships for money. She warns Vikrant never to insult her again by offering money. She clearly states that Dua has no connection with his so-called competition and leaves with Dua. Mannat internally thanks Dhairya for showing her the poster at the right time otherwise she might have unknowingly revealed the truth.
Dua’s Confusion
Dua feels hurt and confused. She tells Mannat that now she understands why Mannat did not want her to participate because the competition belongs to Vikrant and was once his dream. However Dua wonders if this is destiny. She recalls the priest’s words that her prayer could change fate. She suggests that perhaps this competition is written in her destiny so she can win the prize money and save Neetu.
Mannat is overwhelmed and unable to understand why all of this is happening. Vikrant watches them silently from a distance. Mannat tells Dua they will discuss this later.
Yashika’s Exposure Plan
Elsewhere Mallika prepares for the Valentine’s party. She orders a large heart-shaped balloon planning to burst it when Yashika’s truth is exposed.
Vishakha says they must record the moment. Mallika doubts whether Yashika will even bring her parents. Vishakha confidently claims she can easily identify fake people if Yashika brings imposters. A servant informs them that Vikrant has asked for clothes to donate today. Mallika mocks Vishakha for keeping old sarees. Aishwarya comments sarcastically that poverty cannot be removed from someone’s heart so easily.
An old saree becomes the center of argument it was the saree Vishakha wore when Vikrant and Mannat’s marriage broke. Vishakha refuses to throw it away as it symbolizes her victory. Aishwarya interrupts them reminding them that Mannat’s return has already shaken their stability. She urges them to focus on exposing Yashika first.
Dhairya and Vikrant’s Tense Conversation
Dhairya notices Vikrant staring at Mannat. Vikrant says after all this drama Dhairya should at least update him about Neetu’s health.
Dhairya says he already knew Mannat would never allow Dua to participate. Vikrant claims he has no personal attachment to Dua and only wants to protect his marketing campaign from being ruined. He even threatens legal action for damage caused to his campaign but pretends he is being generous by allowing Dua to participate instead.
Mannat lashes out at him again for dragging a child into his ego battle. She challenges him to file a case if he wants but her daughter will never participate. Vikrant questions why Mannat ran away from Indore and why Dua’s face magically appeared on the hoarding if she truly did not want participation. Mannat almost blurts out the truth saying because of neetu but stops midway. Vikrant warns that Dua will participate no matter what. Mannat firmly states that not everything in life can be bought. Dua is not for sale nor can she be threatened. She leaves with Dhairya.
Neetu’s Health Crisis Deepens
Suddenly Neetu’s condition worsens. Mannat rushes to her. Vikrant follows secretly. The doctor demands immediate payment for surgery otherwise treatment will be discontinued as per hospital rules. Panic spreads. Mannat pleads for more time and assures them she has applied for financial assistance. The doctor refuses stating hospital policies cannot be broken.
Vikrant moves forward to help but remembers the promise he made to Vishakha and stops himself. He is torn between his ego and his conscience. He wonders how he can help Neetu when Mannat will never accept his money.
Precap: Mannat says they must return Mr. Sinha’s money but now who will arrange funds for Neetu’s surgery? Vikrant steps forward and offers to pay but with one condition. He demands that Mannat allow Dua to participate in the competition. Mannat is left facing the toughest decision of her life.
