The latest episode of Jhanak unfolds with tensions rising as Arshi vows to ruin Jhanak’s reputation for attempting to disrupt Aditi’s life. Aniruddh supports Arshi, expressing his own frustration with Jhanak’s actions. Meanwhile, Ayush clarifies to Dev that he only admires Jhanak’s courage and innocence, not romantically, and that his support was misinterpreted by students. Dev warns him to prioritize himself as the situation escalates in the media.
At the college, the principal reprimands Jhanak for tarnishing the institution’s reputation and considers rustication. While the professors suggest an inquiry committee, the principal sides with the students’ judgment, deciding to suspend both Jhanak and Ayush temporarily. Jhanak pleads her case, citing that some students spiked her juice, and requests CCTV verification.
Rishi announces to the Dean that Aditi is his wife and withdraws his role as Jhanak’s local guardian, urging the principal to punish her for her misconduct. Despite Ayush defending Jhanak and revealing that Mishti and her friends locked the medical room from outside, the inquiry is set to continue. Jhanak, facing the threat of expulsion, resolves to fight alone, determined to pursue her studies in Kolkata.
In a reflective moment, Rishi tells Sanjhbati that he initially helped Jhanak because he saw potential in her and wanted her to inspire other girls. However, his possessiveness emerges, leading him to feel betrayed, even as he distances himself from her formally.