Jhanak: Aniruddha expresses frustration over failure to locate Jhanak

Tonight's Jhanak episode begins with Bipasha telling Tanuja that she and Laal can easily move into a new flat, implying their situations are different. Tanuja reminds Bipasha of how well she has cared for her until now, questioning how she could forget that. Apu lightheartedly teases the two for their argument. Anjana asks Apu to stop and offers to serve, but Lalon interrupts, stating he'll leave if she does. Neither Tanuja nor Bipasha agrees to serve, and Shubhankar jokingly asks if he should serve instead. Lalon remarks that the food isn't tasty, further adding to the tension.

Aniruddha then questions why Tanuja can't cook, given that Anjana has always done so. Tanuja admits that cooking is something she's never done, and Aniruddha criticises her for exploiting others. Anjana quickly tries to de-escalate the situation, urging everyone to eat peacefully.

Lalon urges Anjana to join him for a meal, but she refuses. Arundhati then encourages Anjana to sit down and eat, breaking the tension. Bipasha, frustrated with the ongoing issues, tells Laal that if things continue like this, she might go back to her mother's house. She suggests they move to a new flat. Lalon orders them to leave immediately and questions what Tanuja plans to do. Bipasha firmly states she did not come to be his servant and warns him not to cross his boundaries. Lalon reprimands her, reminding her that he owns the largest part of the house, and everyone must follow his rules to stay there.

At this moment, Arshi walks in, asking if there's another drama unfolding. She suggests that Aniruddha hire a cook to resolve the issue, mentioning that neither Tanuja nor Bipasha are familiar with cooking. Lalon dismisses the idea, saying a cook won't work in his house. He tells them to leave if they have a problem and asks Arshi to speak to Shubhankar and Tanuja about the situation.

Shubhankar expresses his frustration, pointing out that Lalon already controls everything. Lalon asserts that both Tanuja and Bipasha must learn to work, adding that Tanuja's maternal family won't accept her either. Tanuja angrily tells him to shut up, but Lalon warns her not to speak disrespectfully in his house.

Meanwhile, Aniruddha is concerned about Jhanak and hopes she is okay. Arshi suggests he should eat well since no one will be around to care for him if he falls ill. At Vihaan's house, his friends encourage him to open a clinic and settle there. Akshar advises him to think it over, and Vihaan confides in Akshar about his personal struggles. Vihaan's friend suggests inviting their friends from Kolkata for the muh dikhai ceremony, and Vihaan agrees before heading inside. He then calls Aniruddha, introducing himself as an old college mate. Aniruddha recalls hearing that Vihaan settled in America.

Vihaan explains that he has returned to India and invites Aniruddha to his village. Aniruddha politely declines, citing his wife's pregnancy. Vihaan insists that Aniruddha bring his wife, but Aniruddha mentions that she can't travel. Vihaan invites him for the muh dikhai ceremony, and Aniruddha, considering the proximity to Gujarat, contemplates searching for Jhanak. Vihaan urges him to come.

Meanwhile, Jhanak overhears Vihaan mentioning Aniruddha's name and drops a vessel in shock. Ketki scolds her for the accident, while Vihaan reassures Jhanak that she will learn to do things gradually. Sejal advises Jhanak to be careful, as their handmade food will be served to guests and Brahmins. Jhanak apologises, but Vihaan says it's alright. Ketki, frustrated, scolds Vihaan and sends him away, questioning Jhanak's cooking skills compared to Sejal and Prachi's. Prachi comforts Jhanak, and Mehek suggests she rest before serving again.

Elsewhere, Aniruddha vents his frustration during a call with Aditya, expressing concern about whether Jhanak is alive or not, given the failure to locate her. He questions if Tejas could be involved in her disappearance. Aditya denies knowing if Tejas is involved but confirms that Kul Bhushan is definitely part of it. He assures Aniruddha that the police are doing their best. Aniruddha wonders why Jhanak hasn't contacted him if she's alive, and Aditya suggests she might be trapped somewhere.

Precap for the next episode:

In the precap, Vihaan mentions to Jhanak that he's invited his old friend, Aniruddha, to the ceremony.