Anupamaa: Anupama refuses to re-enter Shah house but gets an emotional welcome

In tonight's Anupamaa episode, tensions escalate when Gautam tries to attack Ansh, but Ansh stops him and firmly states that Gautam never honoured Prarthana. He shocks everyone by declaring his intention to marry Prarthana and give her child a name. Furious, Gautam accuses Ansh and Prarthana of being in a relationship all along and claims that Ansh is now trying to claim his child.

Rahi immediately questions Gautam, pointing out that by his own words, he has finally acknowledged that the child is indeed his. Ansh reinforces this, stating that the truth can't be buried forever. Prarthana also takes a stand and tells Gautam he has lost all rights over her child. She announces her decision to marry Ansh, and to her surprise, Pari, Rahi, Prem, and Raja back her decision wholeheartedly. Just as Mahi is about to walk away, she halts after noticing Khyati's arrival.

Vasundhara, however, refuses to accept Prarthana's decision and makes it clear that the family cannot support her. Calm and composed, Prarthana says she didn't expect their approval, she simply wanted to inform them of her choice. Gautam, now seething with rage, swears to prevent the marriage from taking place.

As tensions rise, Prem steps in and warns Gautam to stay away from his sister. He even threatens to beat him, despite Vasundhara defending Gautam. In the heat of the moment, Khyati shifts the blame onto Anupama, claiming that her return triggered the chaos between Prem and Gautam. Vasundhara agrees, and Khyati suggests that Ansh mustered the courage to propose marriage only after Anupama's influence. Khyati adds that nothing positive will happen now that Anupama is back.

As the Dance Ranis' van enters the lane where Anupama's old house is located, the other passengers begin questioning the driver for taking that route. Anupama sits quietly inside the van with her eyes closed. Slowly, familiar sounds from the surroundings reach her ears. She opens her eyes and realises where she is, memories from her past start flashing in her mind.

Through the window, she sees the Shah house and is overcome with emotion. As the vehicle moves closer, she spots Hasmuk and Kinjal nearby. Without drawing attention, she quickly pulls the curtain to hide her face, but continues to observe her home silently.

Suddenly, a fight breaks out among a few people on the road, creating chaos and forcing the van to stop. Just then, Anupama notices Ansh and Prarthana passing by. While Prarthana goes inside, Ansh senses something familiar around him. He glances around, trying to figure out what he's feeling, but Anupama hides herself before he can see her clearly.

As Ansh starts walking away, he unexpectedly hears Anupama's voice. He immediately rushes back, climbs into the van, and is stunned to see her. Tears fill his eyes as a wave of relief washes over him. Anupama, too, gets emotional on seeing Ansh. The two share a heart-touching moment as she gently hugs him and places a kiss on his forehead.

Ansh holds her hand, expressing how sorry he is for not understanding her earlier and how much he has missed her. He touches her hand with affection, asking her to forgive him. He tells her that he had decided not to force her to come back, but it seems like destiny brought her here on its own.

Anupama, however, is hesitant and says she cannot return. But Ansh doesn't stop. He keeps requesting her, saying the house belongs to her and everyone needs her. When she refuses to return, he swears on his own life and tells her that if she doesn't come back home, the next time she sees him, it will be after his death. His words hit her deeply.

Unable to say no anymore, Anupama gives in. Holding her hand tightly, Ansh walks with her towards the house. Though she doesn't step inside, Ansh happily runs into the house ahead of her, thanking the almighty. He calls everyone out, asking them to come and see that Anupama has returned.

Her sudden appearance leaves the Shah family stunned. Hasmuk, Kinjal, Prarthana, and Ansh welcome her warmly and plead with her to step inside. Anupama stands frozen, unsure. Hasmuk emotionally requests her to enter, reminding her that this is still her home. However, she declines.

She learns about the family's struggles in her absence. Hasmuk breaks down, seeking forgiveness for the times he failed her. He admits that maybe it's better she doesn't return, as he never stood by her when it truly mattered. Regretfully, he confesses how wrong he was to ever call her unlucky.

In the precap, Leela outright refuses to accept Prarthana's proposal. She emotionally blackmails the family, threatening to take her life if Ansh goes ahead with the marriage. Anupama steps in and has a heartfelt conversation with Leela, who insists that the match is unsuitable. Anupama calmly responds that no relationship is ever perfect and urges Leela to consider Ansh's happiness above all.