Anupama and Abhira pray to God on the occasion of Rakshabandhan. Kaveri wraps a gift and expresses her excitement to meet her sister-in-law. Manisha and Vidya prepare for the guest, while Kaveri mentions she hired a professional chef. Krish and Aryan are happy about the good food. Manish tells Surekha that Anupama is visiting them, which excites her. Anupama arrives at the Goenka house, where Manish and Surekha warmly welcome her.
Anupama calls for Nandita’s help. Manish notices that Anupama can’t walk properly, and she assures him not to worry. Kaveri greets Leela and Vanraj, leaving the Poddars shocked by Kaveri’s friendly behavior. Kaveri meets Vanraj, who complains about not being informed earlier. Kaveri advises Leela not to get upset on Rakshabandhan. Krish, Aryan, Charu, and Kiara are surprised by Kaveri’s polite demeanor. Abhira talks about Anupama, and Vanraj expresses his anger, saying Anupama is like a shadow. Anupama, Surekha, and Manish cook together. Kaveri inquires if Abhira said anything wrong, and Leela and Vanraj reassure her.
Kaveri warns Abhira against discussing a name change with Arman, but Abhira refuses to change her name. She shares her thoughts with Arman, who emphasizes that her name is part of her identity and should not be lost, referencing the hashtag “AbhiMaan.” Anupama and Manish discuss the importance of maintaining one’s identity. Manish decides to enjoy Anupama’s cooking. Kaveri becomes worried when she hears that the hired chef has met with an accident. Abhira and Anupama decide to help Kaveri, and Anupama learns about Abhira’s troubles.
Leela demands that Kaveri bring the food, causing Kaveri to worry about Abhira. Anupama and Abhira impress the Poddars. Vanraj taunts Anupama, questioning what she is doing there, while Arman praises Abhira. Ruhi becomes upset with Manish for always assisting Abhira. Kaveri asks Vanraj if he knows Anupama, and he explains his connection to her. Kaveri feels that Abhira upset her guest by calling Anupama, which makes Abhira feel bad for Anupama. Anupama comforts her.
Arman tries to flirt with Abhira, and Anupama notices their romance. Feeling shy, Arman recalls his past with Anuj. Anupama senses that Aadya is in trouble and assures her that she will find her soon. Abhira comforts Anupama regarding Aadya.
Ruhi reminds Abhira that time is running out and urges her to make a decision soon. Anupama discovers that Kaveri wants Abhira to change her name, which worries Abhira about Kaveri’s potential reaction. Anupama encourages Abhira to hold onto her identity.
Ruhi decides to inform Kaveri about Anupama’s advice to Abhira. Anupama tries to convince Kaveri against changing Abhira’s name. Arman learns about Kaveri’s request and confronts her. Kaveri angrily blames Anupama for supporting Abhira. Abhira stands up for herself, while Leela accuses Anupama of causing conflicts. Arman declares that if Kaveri changes Abhira’s name, he will change his own as well.
Kaveri accuses Anupama of instigating Abhira and insults her. Anupama defends her own dignity, and Abhira also refuses to change her name, professing her love for the Poddars. Both Anupama and Abhira stand firm in their self-respect. Arman admires Anupama and Abhira’s powerful stance. Abhira, Ruhi, and Anupama share a dance. Anupama encourages Abhira to tie Rakhi on Ruhi’s wrist. Anupama bonds with both Abhira and Ruhi but misses Anuj, imagining him and dancing with him in her mind.
