Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki: Aishwarya recalls why she staged a false act to rescue Mannat

Tonight's episode of Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki begins with Aishwarya feeling satisfied that Mannat and her family have fallen for her fabricated stories. She recalls Mallika's mistake and worries that if anything were to happen to Mannat, Vikrant would never forgive her. That's why she had put her own life in danger to save Mannat. Deep down, she knows Mannat won't remain silent, after all, she has her blood in her veins, even though Shruthi raised her.

Aishwarya reflects that Mallika's blunder actually worked in her favour, making her scheme easier. By portraying herself as the helpless victim, she succeeded in winning everyone's trust. Now, she believes it’s the perfect moment to leave for London.

Meanwhile, Shruthi helps Aishwarya pack her bags. Teasingly, Aishwarya asks why she's being treated like a child, but Shruthi insists that she will always see her as one. With emotion, Shruthi admits she had misunderstood her for so many years and hugs her tightly. Aishwarya, however, thinks to herself that this affection is short-lived, as she will soon free herself from all this emotional baggage.

On the other side, Gagan notices Mallika engrossed in her phone. He suggests she should return to London with him, but Mallika refuses outright. Gagan explains that he understands her anger toward Aishwarya, but she must also try to see the bigger picture. Mallika bluntly says she cannot take responsibility for Aishwarya's care, Mannat is there for that. She even suggests that Gagan should take Mannat away, so she no longer comes between her and Vikrant.

This shocks Gagan, and when he questions her, Mallika asks sharply if he really thinks she’s being selfish. She vents her frustration, saying that her father never wanted to see her happy with Vikrant and always favoured Mannat. She further complains that Vikrant is ready to leave her because of Mannat. Gagan tries to make her understand, explaining that no father would deliberately sabotage his daughter's life, but Mallika is suffering the consequences of her own actions. Unable to get through to her, Gagan leaves.

Later, as Aishwarya bids farewell by hugging everyone, she keeps looking around for Mannat. At that moment, Mannat arrives with Vikrant. She firmly tells Aishwarya that she won't let her go to London. Instead, she has decided to stay back and fight for justice. She wants to ensure Anirudh is punished and put behind bars for what he did. Aishwarya tries to discourage her, but Mannat stands her ground.

Kiran refuses to support Mannat, arguing that pursuing this matter could harm her family's reputation. Mannat, however, lashes out, declaring that Kiran values social standing more than supporting a victim. She admits her methods may be aggressive, but her intentions are pure—justice must be served for Aishwarya as well as herself.

She reminds everyone that Aishwarya had once risked everything for her, and now it's her turn to fight for her. Both Gagan and Vikrant rally behind Mannat, while Shruthi too joins in by tearing up Aishwarya's travel ticket. This completely disrupts Aishwarya's escape plan.

Mannat continues trying to persuade Aishwarya, but Aishwarya refuses to cooperate. Frustrated, Mannat threatens that if Aishwarya doesn't support her, she will reveal Mallika's truth to Vikrant. Left with no choice, Aishwarya reluctantly agrees but feels cornered.

Later, Aishwarya fumes in anger, realising Anirudh still poses a big threat. She questions Ravinder about how Anirudh got access to confidential information. In a fit of rage, she threatens to harm his wife and daughter if he dares to leak anything again. She then orders him to find a way to get Anirudh released from jail, because she wants to finish him with her own hands.