Tonight’s episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai brings emotional highs and lows as Armaan warmly greets Manish, Swarna, and Surekha. Their unexpected arrival rattles Abhira, who fights to keep her feelings in check.

Noticing her unease, Armaan encourages Abhira to stay composed. Swarna questions Abhira about why she never returned to the Goenka household, while Surekha wonders why she persists in facing hardships instead of embracing an easier life with her family. Surekha points the finger at Armaan, blaming him for Abhira’s struggles.

Overhearing this, Armaan silently reflects on Surekha’s accusation, realizing his role in Abhira’s difficulties. He gently tells her she’s free to go back to the Goenkas if she desires. Shocked, Abhira asks if he’s tired of her and wants her gone. Touched by her plight, Swarna offers support, but Abhira refuses, standing firm to safeguard Armaan’s honor—an act that reassures him of her loyalty.

Meanwhile, Charu discovers Armaan and Abhira have left the Poddar house and tries to reach out, only for Kaveri to step in, banning any contact with him.

Elsewhere, Manish sympathizes with Armaan, noting that the Poddars have lost a gem. Abhira appreciates his empathy. He gifts her Akshara’s pen, urging her to carve her own path, which lifts her spirits. At that moment, Armaan gets a call for a job interview.

Later, Shivani asks about their guests, and Abhira explains Manish had to rush off but promises he’ll return soon. She asks Shivani to bless Armaan for his interview. Wanting to make it special, Shivani decides to cook upma for him, but Abhira mentions he dislikes it. Shivani insists he used to love it, and though Armaan agrees to eat it to avoid hurting her, she senses his reluctance and tells him not to force himself.

Back at the Poddar house, Kaveri doubles down, forbidding anyone from contacting Armaan, confident he’ll soon return after realizing his mistake. Charu and Rohit inform her that contractors are unwilling to renew deals without Armaan, but Kaveri remains unyielding.

Missing Akshara, Abhira longs for a sign from above. Meanwhile, Abhir and Kiara are taken aback when they cross paths with Charu. Kaveri refuses to let them in, but Ruhi intervenes, revealing she invited them for a post-wedding ritual and convinces Kaveri to allow Kiara to join the ceremony.

Shivani spots tears in Abhira’s eyes and checks on her. Though Abhira tries to mask her emotions, Shivani offers comfort. Abhira then drifts into memories of Armaan’s childhood.

Precap for the Next Episode:

Armaan struggles to land a job, while Abhira hides a foot injury from him. Later, he admits to her that no one is willing to hire him, deepening their challenges.