In the latest episode of Rajan Shahi’s Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, emotions run high as Arman and Abhira find themselves on a collision course yet again.
Arman openly threatens Abhira, declaring that he will ruin her garage, her colony, and everything she has built. His words leave her shaken. She cannot believe that even after so many years, his resentment towards her still burns so fiercely. However, instead of breaking down, Abhira makes up her mind — she refuses to let him destroy her life again. She already feels that she has lost her daughter and her family because of him, and this time, she fears Mukti might also end up suffering.
In the middle of this turmoil, Radhe approaches Abhira with a proposal. He suggests that she join hands with him and even mocks her, implying that she is powerless without a man’s support. His tone only angers Abhira further, and she firmly shuts him down, making it clear that she doesn’t need anyone’s backing to fight her own battles.
Meanwhile, Arman waits for his car when Abhira confronts him directly. She challenges his arrogance and reminds him that he underestimates people like her at his own risk. She warns him that staying too high above the ground might cost him dearly one day. Her fearless stand leaves Arman momentarily speechless, while she mentally prepares herself for the fight ahead.
Back at home, a completely different drama unfolds. Manisha, Kajal, and Tanya plan a Valentine’s Day celebration and decide to exchange gifts with their husbands. Manoj presents Kaveri with a gift, but she admits she has distanced herself from material attachments. Still, he insists she accept it. Vidya questions the celebration, pointing out that Arman dislikes Valentine’s Day. Tanya counters by saying they are stepping out precisely so that Arman doesn’t feel uncomfortable. When Vidya presses further, Kaveri steps in and makes a strong statement — Arman has chosen isolation for himself, but that doesn’t mean others should pause their happiness because of him. She encourages everyone to go out and celebrate.
Things take a tense turn when Arman returns home and sees the Valentine’s decorations. Already frustrated, he lashes out, claiming that love is overrated and not everything in life. Vidya tries to question him about his whereabouts, but Kaveri stops him from interfering in others’ happiness. She firmly reminds him that he cannot dictate how others live just because he refuses to celebrate love.
Vidya continues to demand answers from Arman, but Madhav suggests giving him space to reflect. Arman, clearly overwhelmed, snaps and admits that he feels suffocated — both by the constant questioning and by the atmosphere at home. Later, Meher invites him to accompany her to an important meeting.
Elsewhere, at the hostel, the girls prepare for Galentine’s Day, secretly arranging drinks to celebrate their friendship. Amid all this, Abhira remains restless. She senses that Arman’s anger could spiral out of control and affect everyone around him. Now a powerful businessman, he has influence — and that worries her even more. Still, she resolves not to let history repeat itself.
In the final moments, Meher and Arman meet Mr. Mehta regarding a redevelopment project. During the discussion, Arman drinks heavily. Meher learns from the manager that Arman recently had a heated argument with a garage owner — a revelation that shocks her. Despite his emotional instability, Arman assures Mehta that he will take charge of the redevelopment project.
