Jhanak: Brij Bhushan urges Jhanak to marry Aniruddha

Tonight's Jhanak episode begins with Jhanak clarifying to Aniruddha that nothing will change between them. She reminds him that he is married to Arshi, who must be feeling distressed right now and needs his support. Aniruddha insists he only wants to talk to her. Jhanak, however, refuses to engage in any conversation, stating that she doesn't want to speak with him. He then confesses that he wants to be with her forever. 

Jhanak, questioning his intentions, asks if he has ever considered what she wants. She tells him to return to his wife. Aniruddha admits he's mentally disturbed, aware that Jhanak is upset, too. He assures her that he will handle everything and requests that she come with him to his house. She firmly says they cannot live together.

Brij Bhushan steps in, advising Aniruddha to leave, as Jhanak needs time. Aniruddha apologises, but Brij Bushan insists that he should not return until Jhanak is ready. Meanwhile, Arshi talks about how Aniruddha is focusing on helping Jhanak get justice, but Srishti urges Arshi to protect her marriage.

Vinayak, however, is less concerned about the situation and tells Srishti to leave his house. She asks where she is supposed to go, and he coldly responds that it's her problem. Arshi steps in, saying that he cannot just throw Srishti out, but Vinayak permits Srishti to stay in the guest room, making it clear that he doesn't want her interfering with his personal matters. 

Aniruddha asks Jhanak if she doesn't want him anymore. He pleads with her not to separate from him. Jhanak remains resolute, telling him to go home. She asserts that she cannot think about their future at this moment and that she is entitled to live her life as she chooses. Aniruddha expresses how deeply his love runs and that Jhanak's survival is proof of that. He asks if she no longer loves him. Jhanak, unyielding, says she has said all she needed to and walks inside.

Brij Bhushan, understanding Aniruddha's feelings, reminds him that Arshi is still his wife. Aniruddha, however, believes that everything will change because of his love and that one day, Jhanak will choose him. 

Arshi decides to confront Aniruddha, asking why he went to meet Jhanak. Aniruddha, visibly upset, tells her that she doesn't have the right to question him and accuses Srishti of causing harm to Jhanak. Arshi, uninterested in discussing Srishti, expresses frustration over her sister's claims of innocence. Aniruddha insists that Srishti is a habitual liar and blames her for the turmoil in his life. Arshi then demands to know if Jhanak is now more important to him than their marriage. 

Aniruddha, firm in his resolve, tells her that Jhanak is alive because of his love and that everything has changed. He also accuses Srishti of trying to harm Jhanak. Arshi asks if he has proof, and Aniruddha assures her that he will find it and fight for Jhanak's justice. Arshi, however, wants to focus on their own relationship, to which Aniruddha responds that Srishti has always been an obstacle between them. Arshi retorts that there's no difference between him and Srishti anymore.

Aniruddha tells Arshi that Jhanak needs him, and he will stand by her. Arshi, feeling abandoned, pleads for his support, sharing her own pain over her parents' broken marriage and Aniruddha's apparent desire to leave her. He insists Jhanak doesn't want him, but Arshi demands that he sever all ties with Jhanak if they are to continue their life together. Aniruddha remains resolute in his decision to support Jhanak and asks Arshi to also support her, as Jhanak is her sister. He tells her to rest while he leaves.

The following day, Shubhankar remarks that if Jhanak is indeed Srishti's daughter, it will change everything. Bipasha, worried, hopes Aniruddha doesn't change his stance. Tanuja warns that Jhanak may seek revenge on Arshi, but Shubhankar pledges to stand by Srishti. Bipasha calls out Srishti's actions, while Shubhankar states that they will never accept Jhanak, emphasising that Arshi has done nothing wrong. Arundhati concurs with Shubhankar's perspective.

Elsewhere, Brij Bhushan urges Jhanak to punish Srishti, reminding her that Aniruddha's help is essential for the case. Jhanak, however, declares that she will not become like Srishti. Brij Bhushan shocks her by suggesting that she should marry Aniruddha. 

Precap for the next episode

In the precap, Aniruddha reveals to Brij Bhushan and Jhanak that Shubhankar is fighting for Srishti's cause.