Anupamaa: Shahs to treat Prarthana as their own daughter, Anupama and Leela promise

Tonight's Anupamaa episode begins with the Shah family joining in the celebrations as they dance joyfully at Ansh's baraat. Rahi, Pari, and Mahi playfully demand money as part of the wedding fun, and Ansh happily fulfils their request. Prem expresses gratitude to Ansh for embracing Prarthana wholeheartedly, while Ansh reassures him that he will always stand by her side. Leela also promises that Prarthana will be treated as their own daughter, not just a daughter-in-law. Manohar reflects on how rare true relationships are in the present times, pointing out that Ansh's marriage stands apart because it is built on love.

Amid the festivities, Anupama silently wishes that Parag would attend Prarthana's big day. She feels his presence would mean the world to Prarthana. Meanwhile, Ansh grows impatient as he misses seeing his bride. Rahi teases him, saying he cannot even bear a short separation from her. When Leela asks Anupama to fetch Prarthana, Anupama declines, questioning why she must always take responsibility for rituals. Instead, she insists that Anil, Prem, and Raja should bring Prarthana, reminding them how they were hesitant during her previous wedding but encouraging them to cherish the moment this time.

As the men meet Prarthana, they shower her with blessings and admiration. Prem compliments her radiant look, and Anil lovingly blesses her future. Back at the mandap, Ansh grows increasingly restless to see her. Bhavesh asks both Ansh and Prarthana to make a silent wish before they meet. Prarthana wishes for her father, Parag, to be present, while Ansh wishes that Prarthana and their child always receive Parag's blessings.

Soon, the ritual of exchanging garlands begins. Jignesh jokes about wanting to get married too, but Leela scolds him lightly, telling him to let the ceremony proceed. On the other side, Rahi, Pari, and Mahi begin plotting to steal Ansh's shoes, only to discover that Preet and Bharti have already hidden them. This leads to a playful challenge between the two groups, both determined to win.

As the wedding continues, Leela and Anupama grow anxious about what will happen when Prarthana's parents are needed for the ritual. Anil quietly tells Neeta that Parag should really have been here. Meanwhile, Parag sits alone, lost in his memories with Prarthana, torn about attending.

At the venue, the rituals proceed with Pandit Ji calling for the next step. Leela video calls Vasundhara to show her the moment when Raja performs the ritual of washing Ansh's feet. However, Vasundhara appears visibly displeased.

Precap for the next episode:

In the precap, Anupama's dupatta accidentally catches fire during the wedding. Rahi rushes to her rescue, shaken by the incident. She hugs Anupama tightly, confessing that if something had happened to her, she wouldn't know how to cope.