Anupamaa: Moti Baa brainwashes Rahi and she vows never to step into Anu Ki Rasoi again

In tonight's episode of Anupamaa, Raghav clears the air with Anupama, assuring her that he holds no resentment towards Rahi. Instead, he is troubled by the growing rift between Anupama and Rahi. Anupama expresses her confidence in Raghav, but questions whether reopening the case will truly bring any change. Her question leaves Raghav shaken.

Elsewhere, Aryan vents to Mahi, blaming Anupama for disrupting their peace. Mahi, too, holds Anupamaa responsible. Aryan, feeling low, asks Mahi to meet him outside. Mahi agrees, though she silently wishes Aryan had invited her home, hoping for a chance to meet Prem. She believes Prem may need someone emotionally. Meanwhile, Aryan enjoys Mahi's company and reflects on how he feels around her.

Anupama continues trying to persuade Raghav to let go of the case. She points out that neither the Kotharis nor Pankhuri are affected by his fight—only his mother might suffer the consequences. She urges him to start afresh. However, Raghav stands firm. He reminds Anupama that she once encouraged him to stand up against injustice. Now, he demands to know if she will support his decision or not, leaving Anupama speechless.

Mahi, dressing up to meet Aryan, wonders if she'll finally get to see Prem. But before leaving, she faces more accusations from Pari, who taunts her again. Mahi hits back by questioning Kinjal's sudden financial stability, suggesting there may be something fishy going on. Kinjal becomes uneasy, fearing that others might begin to suspect her as well.

Still undecided, Anupama doesn't give Raghav a definite answer. She's left pondering why life often places people at such difficult crossroads.

On the other hand, Aryan confesses to himself that he has feelings for Mahi. Mahi, caught up in her own dream world, imagines a future with Aryan just to stay near Prem.

Later, Kinjal encounters Anupama, who immediately senses something is off. Kinjal brushes it off, blaming her stress on office pressure. Anupama advises her to focus on her well-being. But deep down, Kinjal is terrified—she dreads the day her employer discovers the truth about the stolen funds. Anupama starts getting suspicious and asks Kinjal to always stand with honesty.

Meanwhile, at the clothing store, Aryan begins trying on outfits selected by Mahi. Just then, Khyati unexpectedly arrives with Parag, catching Mahi off guard. In a rush to hide, she enters one of the trial rooms—only to find Aryan already inside. The two get flustered by the sudden closeness. As Mahi fumbles, she stumbles slightly, and Aryan instinctively catches her. At that moment, the tension between them intensifies, drawing them closer.

Unbeknownst to them, Parag enters the adjacent trial room as Khyati asks him to try on a blazer. Meanwhile, Mahi's earring accidentally gets entangled with Aryan's locket, making it difficult for them to separate. Their soft voices travel through the partition, and Parag overhears something, though he doesn't recognise them. He mutters to himself in irritation about how some people misuse trial rooms for romance instead of trying on clothes.

Realising that Aryan's family is around, Mahi urges him to leave quickly. Aryan, however, remains unfazed, saying he isn't afraid of getting caught. But Mahi insists they shouldn't risk it. When Aryan finally opens the door slightly, they are both startled to see Khyati standing just outside. He immediately tells Mahi to stay inside until his parents move away.

Feeling uneasy and claustrophobic, Mahi expresses her discomfort. Sensing her anxiety, Aryan gently cups her face and reassures her, promising she's safe with him. They eventually sneak out of the trial room and take cover behind a clothes rack nearby.

As they hide, they watch Khyati browsing through outfits meant for Aryan and Prem. Aryan's emotions overflow, his eyes well up with tears, but frustration lingers. Hearing Khyati speak about making up for lost time by shopping for him leaves Aryan feeling conflicted.

Just then, a store employee shifts the clothes rack, accidentally revealing their hiding spot. Khyati spots them but discreetly manages to distract Parag to prevent him from noticing. Without alerting her husband, she subtly signals Aryan and Mahi to make a quiet exit.

Back at home, Rahi lights a lamp and stands before Moti Baa, asking if she's upset. Moti Baa clarifies that her anger is not with Rahi but with Anupama, who dared to accuse her. She uses this opportunity to fill Rahi's ears against Anupama.

When Prem requests Rahi to accompany him to Anu Ki Rasoi, she firmly declines, revealing that she has made up her mind to never go back there again. Moti Baa is secretly delighted. She later instructs Gautam to take any step necessary to prevent Raghav's case from proceeding. Moti Baa even reveals that the truth about Raghav's innocence and Pankhuri being alive must remain hidden. Gautam promises to handle it.

In the kitchen, Prem helps Anupama with preparations. As they talk, Prem reveals that Rahi refused to return to Anu Ki Rasoi. Anupama is taken aback and begins to worry that Rahi may be distancing herself again.

Meanwhile, Ishani is feeling low, prompting Pari and Ansh to cheer her up. But Ishani tells them that she doesn't want sympathy—she needs genuine support. Pari and Ansh then pledge to be there for her in every way.

Later, Anupama gathers for a prayer and is joined by the Shah family. She prays, thinking about Raghav, Pankhuri, and the Kotharis. Just then, Gautam shocks everyone with a revelation—he exposes the truth about Kinjal's theft.

Precap for the next episode:

In the precap, Gautam announces that Kinjal has stolen money from her workplace. A worried Paritosh pleads with him to protect her. But Gautam puts the pressure on Anupamaa, asking her to convince Raghav to drop the case if she wants to save Kinjal. Soon, Kinjal is arrested. A furious Paritosh holds Anupamaa responsible.