Anupamaa: Rahi and Anupama’s clash exploited for TRPs, organisers secretly record them

In tonight's episode of Anupamaa, Vasundhara offers dahi-shakar to Rahi, Mahi, Meeta, and Pari before they head to the finale. After this, they seek her blessings. Vasundhara wishes them happiness, success, and tells them to come back as winners. Khyati performs an aarti for all of them, praying that they stay safe from any harm. After taking blessings from Khyati, Rahi approaches Parag for his blessings. Parag reassures Rahi that he has complete faith in her and her team.

Dance Ranis Seek Divine Support:

At Shah's house, the Dance Ranis, along with the Shah family, offer prayers and seek God's blessings before the finale. Meanwhile, Rahi insists that Parag cheer the loudest for her performance. Parag confirms he has prepared for it, and Prem, Anil, and Raja join in to support Rahi's team. Rahi expresses her determination to win and hopes Anupama's team does not succeed.

As everyone leaves for the finale, Prem reflects that Rahi is becoming overconfident, while Mahi is in her own zone. He thinks that although he wants Rahi to succeed, Anupama's team is talented, hardworking, and honest, and he prays to God to ensure fairness prevails.

Leela gives dahi-shakar to Anupama and blesses the team, wishing them victory. Pakhi mocks the gesture, questioning why Leela is feeding Anupama as if the Dance Ranis are going to perform on stage. Anupama, in response, feeds Pakhi dahi-shakar too and tells her to focus on her own competition. She reassures her that they will give their best and will not give up. Pakhi leaves, surprised by Anupama's calm confidence.

The Tension Begins at the Venue:

Although the Dance Ranis feel slightly disheartened, Anupama encourages them to trust in God and stay focused. At the venue, host Kunal introduces Anupama, Rahi, and the Delhi team. Rahi is taken aback when she spots Devika and tells Anupama that she cannot swap a team member at the last minute. Anupama firmly tells Rahi to mind her own business, stating that it's not her concern.

Kunal and Ketan bring the media to interact with the finalists. Rahi confidently claims in front of the press that she will win. When questioned about Anupama's team, she asserts that they will be eliminated. The media presses her for clarification, and Rahi explains that introducing a new member at the last moment violates the rules. Anupama responds that the decision lies with the organisers, not Rahi, leading to a heated verbal clash between the two.

Anupama Secures Devika’s Substitution:

Meanwhile, Ketan and Kunal see an opportunity to boost ratings. They secretly record the argument and plan to air it, aiming to increase viewership. Despite Anupama asking Rahi not to bring personal disputes into the competition, Rahi continues her disrespectful behaviour. The hosts see potential for TRPs and decide to capitalise on the rivalry.

Anupama's team requests a fair chance from the organisers, pointing out that substitutions are permitted in sports like cricket, hockey, and football. Rahi accuses Anupama of manipulation. Anupama reminds everyone that Mahi had also replaced a member in Rahi's team at the last moment, making their request legitimate. Convinced by this argument, the organisers allow Anupama's team to compete.

Green Room Tension:

After everyone leaves, Kunal and Ketan celebrate, giving each other a high-five as their plan seems to be working. Ketan expresses his excitement, saying that now the fun will begin. He adds that this episode is going to make their show number one. Elsewhere, Paritosh places bets on Anupama's team and encourages others to do the same. Rahi continues claiming to the media that Anupama's team will be disqualified for changing a member at the last moment.

Back in the green room, both Rahi’s and Anupama’s teams are surprised to find themselves in the same space. Rahi questions why Anupama is there, and Anupama explains that the green room has been allotted to her team as well. Mahi mocks Anupama’s team, pointing out that the color of the room doesn’t matter and laughingly clarifies that a green room is simply where teams get ready. This leads to both teams arguing over whose green room it actually is and who should leave.

Precap for the next episode:

In the precap, the dance championship begins with the host welcoming everyone. He announces that today’s competition is not just between teams, but also between relationships, highlighting a mother on one side and her daughter on the other. The host explains that all the performers will come together as one team to dance in celebration of Lord Ganesha. Anupama’s team and Rahi’s team perform together on stage. The host then reveals that Mr. Ahuja has increased the prize money from 10 lakhs to 50 lakhs.