Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: Armaan returns to the Poddar mansion in a drunken state; Vidya forgives him

In tonight's Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai episode, Abhira steps into a beautifully decorated room. Manisha advises Abhira not to let Vidya's actions overshadow her happiness with Armaan. Meanwhile, Swarna grows concerned about Abhira and Ruhi living under the same roof. Manish reassures Swarna, reminding her that life constantly presents challenges. Swarna reflects on how a new bride often faces numerous obstacles. Manish remains confident that Abhira and Ruhi will manage to navigate them.

Abhira's mind drifts towards the thoughts of Vidya. Manish questions Abhira about her housewarming, but she avoids revealing the conflicts. Believing that she's exhausted, Manish encourages Abhira to rest. Overwhelmed by emotions, Abhira breaks down.

Armaan returns home intoxicated:

Elsewhere, Kaveri confronts Vidya, who justifies her actions by stating that Armaan deceived her, making her actions justified. Vidya accuses Abhira of manipulating Armaan. She then tells Kaveri to leave her alone. Both Manish and Manoj become anxious about Abhira's well-being. Manisha expresses regret that instead of blessing Abhira, Vidya chose to curse her. Manoj assures her that Armaan will handle the situation between both Abhira and Vidya. Manisha adds that people often change after marriage.

Abhira soon realises that Armaan is nowhere to be found and sets out to search for him. Armaan returns home intoxicated, shocking Abhira. In his drunken state, Armaan calls out to Vidya, asking her to speak with him, reminding her of the time she used to wait for him. Kaveri, Rohit, and the Poddar family decide to stand by Armaan during this difficult time. Feeling devastated, Armaan begs Vidya to talk calmly with him, threatening that he'll end his life if she doesn't. He repeatedly pleads with Vidya to have a conversation.

Vidya forgives Armaan:

Vidya comes out of the room, and Armaan falls at her feet, asking for forgiveness while recalling past memories and pleading with her to call him beta, begging her not to make him feel like an outsider (sautela). In response, Vidya blesses Armaan by placing her hand on his head, and he hugs her, apologising. Everyone watching feels relieved, thinking that Vidya has forgiven Armaan. However, Vidya shocks everyone by setting a condition. She forgives Armaan on the condition that he leaves the house with Abhira. Both Abhira and Armaan are left heartbroken.Vidya insists that Armaan not question her decision and asks him to move out. Abhira warns that Armaan won't survive without Vidya, but Vidya remains silent. Abhira confronts Vidya, who declares that if Armaan truly cares about her happiness, he should never show his face to her again.

Despite Abhira's efforts to persuade Vidya, Madhav comments that Vidya will regret her decision. Abhira implores Vidya not to punish Armaan, continuing to plead with her. However, Vidya pushes both Abhira and Armaan away. Abhira urges Vidya to reconsider and not cause Armaan pain, but Armaan ultimately agrees to Vidya's terms. He makes the heart-wrenching decision to leave the house with Abhira. The episode ends with Abhira and Arman preparing to depart.

Precap for the next episode:

In the precap, Armaan blames himself for Vidya's anger, while Abhira goes to meet Vidya with Armaan's belongings from the past, hoping to change her mind before they leave the house.