Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: Ruhi attempts to manipulate Armaan, suggesting Abhira is a gold digger

In tonight's Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai episode, Ruhi (Garvita Sadhwani) mentions that Abhira (Samridhii Shukla) has returned to address the family's emotional needs and manipulates Armaan (Rohit Purohit) by suggesting Abhira has ulterior motives. Armaan defends Abhira, stating she isn't a gold digger. Ruhi urges Armaan to consider Abhira's hidden agenda, which she claims will harm Madhav and Vidya's relationship. Abhira advises Madhav not to trust her, but he expresses his faith in her. Armaan resolves not to let Abhira interfere in Madhav and Vidya's bond as she did in Charu's matters.

Abhira, despite Armaan's thoughts, focuses on strengthening Madhav and Vidya's relationship before leaving. Ruhi confronts Abhira, who questions Ruhi's presence in her room and ignites an argument. Abhira asserts her identity as Armaan's wife, triggering Ruhi. Determined to mend Madhav and Vidya's relationship, Abhira discovers Armaan's belongings and decides to return them discreetly, assuming he's at the office. To her surprise, she finds Armaan in his room, leading to a heated exchange.

Abhira injures herself:

Abhira and Armaan accidentally get locked in the room, prompting inquiries from Kajal and accusations of insolence from Sanjay. Madhav defends Abhira, while Sanjay criticizes her for occupying Armaan's room. Armaan and Abhira search for an escape route, eventually deciding to open the door. Armaan questions Abhira's return, who sarcastically calls herself a gold digger but reveals her true intention to mend Madhav and Vidya's relationship. Sanjay urges Madhav to reconcile with Vidya, who unexpectedly breaks ties with him, shocking the Poddars.

Armaan demands Abhira leave, but she refuses until she fixes Madhav and Vidya's relationship, leading to a confrontation. Abhira injures herself while trying to open the door, causing concern for Armaan. He instructs Madhav to call a doctor. After the doctor assures the Poddars of Abhira's well-being, Abhira calls out Armaan's name, prompting him to rush to her aid and shock Ruhi and others.

Precap for the next episode:

In the precap, Ruhi reassures Kaveri that Arman won't fall for Abhira's tactics, but Kaveri predicts otherwise, suggesting Arman will ask for a divorce. Arman is left stunned by this revelation.