The episode begins with Chandraman confronting Anjali before everyone. He accuses her of blackmailing him, threatening to ruin Yuvraj and Mehek’s marriage, and demanding ₹20 lakhs to hide Padma’s truth.
Just then, Pankaj walks out of the Awasthi house with a briefcase containing the same amount. Anjali is stunned as Chandraman insists the money was found in her room. Ganesh slaps Anjali and accuses her of taking the bribe.
Anjali denies the allegations and demands Pankaj tell the truth. Pankaj coldly claims she kidnapped Padma for money. Furious, Anjali grabs his collar, accusing him of betrayal, but Chandraman orders Pankaj to arrest her immediately.
As Raghav, Sadhika, and Abhay pretend to console her, Raghav assures Anjali he will fight her case. Ganesh refuses, saying he won’t let him defend her. Anjali sees through their fake concern and lashes out.
Anjali is taken to the police station, where Bhajan demands to know Padma’s whereabouts. Enraged, Anjali slaps him and warns him not to test her.
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Later, Raghav arrives with Aarti and Sadhika, claiming he’s arranged her bail and asking her to come to the Rajput mansion. Anjali refuses and even slaps Aarti, declaring they know nothing about the Rajputs.
After they leave, Pankaj secretly sends Anjali a video showing him taking money from Chandraman, along with a message assuring her he’s still on her side. Determined to uncover the truth, Anjali decides to go to the Rajput mansion.
Meanwhile, Padma is held captive by the Rajyavanshi family, who warn her to stay silent until their plan succeeds.
Anjali reluctantly enters the Rajput house to find Padma. Sadhika stops her and cruelly orders her to clean the mansion if she wants answers. With no choice left, Anjali agrees, hiding her anger behind sile