Indra tells Anupama that it is good they got the achaar order; now they will get some money. Anupama says the gullak will be filled with one rupee at a time. Indra asks how she always thinks positively. Anupama replies that, just like Indra imagines how the world could be, she chooses to think positively. Indra asks if she has spoken to Anuj. Anupama remembers what Anuj had told her and replies, “I talked to him, and I didn’t talk to him either. At one point, all the distance disappeared, but at another, the distance grew even more.”
She expresses confidence that, over time, things will improve because they love each other deeply. She acknowledges the pain of separation but remains hopeful about finding answers and reuniting with her Choti. Indra advises her not to wait but to try talking to Anuj, as he might reveal the reason for his anger. Nandita joins them and encourages Anupama to rekindle the love, emotions, and connection they once had.
Titu tells Dimpy that Papa has provoked Anuj Sir. Dimpy, surprised, asks who told him, and Titu replies that it was Kinjal Bhabhi. Titu criticizes Dimpy for not informing him earlier. Dimpy defends herself, saying she was busy shopping. Titu rebukes her for not helping Anupama and Anuj. Dimpy argues that Anuj Sir attacked Papa, and it’s good Papa is filing a police complaint.
Titu, shocked, asserts that Anuj Sir wouldn’t hold someone’s collar without a reason and clarifies the difference between holding a collar and attacking. Dimpy declares her decision not to interfere and reminds Titu of his promise to be a ghar jamai. Titu retorts that he didn’t promise to endure daily insults. Dimpy defends her father, claiming he provides happiness that Titu cannot, and insists they will stay in the house.
Meanwhile, Bala takes Anuj to a room filled with photo frames of him and Anupama. Anupama dances behind a curtain before stepping forward and performing to Agar Tum Saath Ho. She falls, and Anuj catches her. He removes her ghungroo and tends to her foot gently. Anupama interprets this as a sign that her pain has awakened Anuj’s buried emotions. She reassures herself that their love will heal them, they will find their daughter, and everything will eventually be fine. Anuj, however, leaves without responding.
Anupama remains optimistic, comparing her efforts to the sunrays that slowly melt an ice mountain and prays to Kanha for their reunion. At the airport, Sagar waits for Meenakshi while Vanraj’s driver does the same. Baa, eager for Meenu’s arrival, instructs Kinjal to prepare scented candles. Dimpy remarks on Baa’s excitement, and Baa starts discussing Meenu’s marriage prospects. Vanraj chides her for planning so soon, but Baa insists on her role in finding a groom.
Anupama informs everyone that Meenakshi Thakkar is visiting the ashram to make donations, purchase their handmade items, and help with marketing. The group ensures everything is ready to present their needs to Meenakshi. At the airport, Sagar notices Meenakshi’s arrival and is smitten. As they exchange introductions, Meenakshi challenges his assumptions about her age and takes charge of the situation, including grabbing his wallet to pay for an auto ride when their car doesn’t arrive.
Vanraj, anxious about Meenakshi, reassures Baa that she has the ashram’s address and will arrive safely. Meanwhile, Dimpy discusses Meenu’s decision to stay in India with Kinjal, who points out Dimpy’s increasing materialism and negligence toward Titu. She warns Dimpy to mend her relationship with Titu before it’s too late. Realizing her mistakes, Dimpy apologizes to Titu, who forgives her. Anupama prepares a nostalgic tiffin for Meenu, recalling her childhood preferences. Indra grows emotional, sharing her past struggles and the fear of losing the ashram. Anupama reassures her that Meenakshi’s support will help them pay the property tax and save their home.
