Anupamaa: Anupama must rub her nose on the ground before Rahi and the Kotharis if she loses the competition

Tonight's Anupamaa episode begins with an unexpected moment as Anupama and Rahi come face to face at the temple. The priest tries to explain to Rahi that the stole she received is a form of blessing from Lord Krishna. However, Rahi refuses to accept it and attempts to discard it. Before she can do so, Anupama stops her, gently asking her not to disrespect something that symbolises divine blessings.

Rahi shrugs off Anupama's hand and walks away, but loses balance while stepping ahead. Prem rushes to support her. Rahi looks at Anupama and questions what more she can expect from her apart from sorrow and pain. Khyati joins in, taunting Anupama by saying she has already hurt them enough and yet has come to cause more damage.

The priest apologises for stepping into a personal matter but tries to make Rahi understand that she has not only received God's blessings but also the presence of her mother's blessings at the same time. He adds that hurting one's mother is like turning away from the divine. He wonders how anyone can be truly happy after upsetting their own mother.

As Rahi continues to blame Anupama, Manohar steps in. He reminds everyone that he has taught both Rahi and Anupama, and sees them equally, like his daughters. He requests Rahi to not create a scene in the temple and tells her that if she wants to prove something, she can do it in the competition, not in a place of worship. He also expresses disappointment at the way Anupama is being disrespected in public.

Parag, still upset, brings up the turmoil caused in their lives because of Anupama. Manohar calmly clears the misunderstanding and says Anupama didn't come there with any wrong intention. He explains that they had all come to the temple simply to pray and seek blessings, nothing more.

Despite the tension, Anupama requests her to maintain decorum as they are in a sacred place and insists it's a mere coincidence that they ended up at the same temple. Rahi, however, suspects Anupama came there on purpose. Preet, unable to hold back, tries to confront Rahi, but Bharti interrupts, saying it's a personal matter between Anupama and her daughter. Sarita encourages Preet to speak up, but Bharti silences her again. Preet finally asserts that it's no longer private, as Rahi is creating a public spectacle.

Prem tries to mediate, but Rahi coldly warns him to stay out of it, or it may damage their already strained relationship. Anupama quickly intervenes and stops Prem from getting further involved.

Meanwhile, Khyati blames Anupama for spoiling the sanctity of the ritual and demands that the puja be redone. Anupama retorts that if Khyati's faith was real, her presence wouldn't have tainted the ritual. Vasundhara accuses Anupama of being stubborn and competing with Rahi. Anupama counters by pointing out Vasundhara's past instances of inflexibility, especially during Prem and Rahi's wedding, and Mahi and Aryan's wedding.

Rahi snaps back, saying she has no interest in Anupama's monologues. Anupama then clarifies that it's not her fault that the finale is happening in Ahmedabad. Mahi chimes in, saying she, too, is participating. Anupama replies that she doesn't care who is part of Rahi's team.

Rahi retorts that she isn't concerned either and proudly brings up her identity as Anuj's daughter. Anupama responds calmly, reminding her that before being Rahi's father, Anuj was her husband. She adds that Anuj's success came from his dedication to personal growth, not by trying to beat others.

Mahi then comments that Anupama is now up against her own three daughters in the contest. The heated exchange between both teams grows more intense, leading Manohar to step in once again. He urges everyone to stop arguing and instead concentrate on the upcoming competition. Anupama agrees with him and calms the situation.

Just then, Khyati speaks up and says that since everyone seems to be so confident about themselves, she has an idea to make the competition more interesting. Her sudden proposal takes everyone by surprise.

Khyati then announces that if Anupama's team wins in the finale, Rahi's team will personally come forward, congratulate them, and even applaud their victory. But if Rahi's team ends up winning, then Anupama will have to bow down in front of everyone and apologise by rubbing her nose to the ground. This condition shocks the entire gathering.

Sarita immediately questions what will happen if Rahi loses. Khyati responds that in that case, Rahi will also have to do the same. This unexpected twist leaves Rahi and others stunned.

Vasundhara shows her support for Khyati's condition. Surprisingly, Anupama's team also accepts the challenge with full confidence. Eventually, both teams agree to the condition, though Anupama and Rahi exchange confused and stunned glances. After this, Mahi walks toward the idol with a coconut in her hand. At the same time, Bharti also picks up a coconut. Both women place the coconuts in front of the deity together as a gesture to mark the start of the challenge and give it their blessings.

Meanwhile, both Anupama and Rahi are shown praying silently, hoping to emerge victorious in the upcoming competition.

Elsewhere, Paritosh tries to cash in on Anupama's fame. Leela wonders why they're still waiting for her, but Paritosh reveals that Anupama is in Ahmedabad and sees an opportunity to profit from her name. Hasmuk, on the other hand, is thrilled at the thought of meeting her again.

In another track, Ansh decides to take a bold step and proposes marriage to Prarthana, expressing his desire to formally make her his life partner.

The two head to the Kothari family to announce their decision and ask for their blessings, leaving the family in complete shock. Meanwhile, Rahi grows uneasy about the looming competition with Anupama. Khyati advises her to take Anupama more seriously as a rival. Anupama reflects on how different the city feels now, as if she's walking into a new chapter of her life.

Precap for the next episode:

In the precap, Leela strongly disapproves of Ansh and Prarthana's decision to marry. The couple turns to Anupama for support. Anupama is seen trying to convince Leela to accept their love and approve the union.