Teju confronts Rithuraj in his room, demanding to know why he’s spreading lies about her. He accuses her of pretending to care for Neil and boldly declares, “You are my love.” Teju warns him to stay within his limits, reminding him she is Neil’s wife. Rithuraj persists, claiming only he can make her happy, and moves closer—just as Nandini overhears.
Seizing the moment, Rithuraj twists the situation, loudly proclaiming he “can’t betray Neil” and accusing Teju of trying to seduce him. Nandini, misled, berates Teju, who protests that Rithuraj confessed his love moments earlier. But Nandini refuses to listen, vowing to expose her.
As Teju leaves, Rithuraj smirks, plotting to turn the entire Pradhan family against her. Desperate, she tries calling Neil, but the call fails. Meanwhile, at his medical camp, Neil reassures a patient while reminiscing about Teju. Unaware of the chaos at home, he tells Surwa he hopes to confirm Teju’s love upon his return.
Back at the house, Nandini gathers the family, claiming she caught Teju in Rithuraj’s room. Leena condemns Teju, while others hesitate—until Rithuraj enters, doubling down on his lies. Teju slaps him, but the family remains divided. Before she can defend herself further, news arrives: Neil is trapped in a landslide.
Leena blames Teju’s “shamelessness” for Neil’s misfortune, refusing to let her join the rescue. When the family leaves without her, Amruta and Nandini lock Teju away. But she refuses to give up—overhearing Amai’s plans, she vows to escape and reach Neil, no matter what.
