Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki: Vikrant invites Mannat over late at night for THIS reason

Tonight's Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki episode opens with Neetu offering juice to Vikrant, but he refuses to take it. Before it goes to waste, Roni steps in and says he'll drink it instead, but Neetu abruptly knocks it out of his hand. Shocked, Roni questions her behaviour, but Neetu walks away without answering. Vikrant is left confused, wondering what's troubling her.

Elsewhere, Shalini reassures Mannat that she's perfectly fine. She informs her that Vikrant has arranged tight security measures for her protection. Shalini admits she never expected the Salooja family to stand by her. Mannat calmly tells her that she has Vikrant's support, and that's enough for her to feel safe.

Meanwhile, Aishwarya and Mallika sneak into Vikrant's room with the intention of stealing some crucial evidence. On the other hand, Roni tells Neetu that Vikrant isn't at fault; rather, they've been compelled to support the wrong side. He reminds her that Vikrant is standing by the truth and that she mustn't forget that Bobby is innocent.

Neetu, overwhelmed with emotion, says she cannot imagine life without her son. Raveena intervenes and tells her that she must learn to live without him. She angrily recalls how Neetu's son had her husband sent to jail and ruined her daughter's engagement with Nikhil. Her son refuses to even speak with her anymore. She warns Neetu that if her husband is not brought back by the next day, she will reveal the entire truth to Vikrant. With that, she storms out.

Neetu, now deeply worried, asks Roni what they should do. Just then, Mallika texts Neetu, informing her that she is about to destroy the evidence, assuring her that Bobby will return soon. Neetu keeps this message hidden from Roni.

In the meantime, Aishwarya sneaks into Vikrant's room while he is asleep. Vikrant, lost in a disturbing dream, starts recalling flashes from his past. Aishwarya successfully steals the evidence, and as he suddenly wakes up, she hides. Vikrant, believing that his nightmare was a result of being rude to his mother, decides to apologize to her.

Mallika later asks Aishwarya if she managed to grab the pendrive. Aishwarya hands it over and tells her that no matter what happens, Mannat should not come out victorious in tomorrow's court hearing.

Elsewhere, Mannat finds herself unable to sleep. She misses her mother dearly and tells Shruthi how lucky she is to have her by her side. Mannat also mentions that the court hearing is scheduled for tomorrow and that Vikrant thoughtfully arranged for an air conditioner in her room due to the heat. She paces anxiously. Vikrant notices and calls out to her.

He tells her that he can't sleep and invites her inside the house. Mannat declines, pointing out that Kiran and Gagan are in the living room and it wouldn't look right. Vikrant says he wants to prepare something for his mother and needs her assistance. Mannat agrees, saying she's ready to help since it's for his mother. Vikrant jokingly suggests she crawl into the kitchen to avoid being noticed.

Mannat manages to sneak into the kitchen without alerting Gagan. Meanwhile, Aishwarya burns the pendrive, confident that this will ensure Mannat's defeat in court. As Mannat climbs up a shelf, she nearly slips, but Vikrant catches her just in time, and they share a lingering gaze. Suddenly, a flower vase falls to the floor, causing a loud noise.

Mallika hears the noise and tells Aishwarya it came from the kitchen. Kiran questions Gagan about it, but he assumes that Aishwarya is scheming something. Vikrant helps Mannat down, but Aishwarya is suspicious about why he is in the kitchen at such an odd hour. Mallika warns that they must remain unnoticed to avoid any trouble.

Mannat glares at Vikrant for dropping her but decides to make juice for his mother. While preparing it, Vikrant begins to feel dizzy. Mannat says it's likely due to stress. When he sees her cutting the pomegranate incorrectly, he decides to show her the proper method. Their interaction grows more intimate, and as she spills some juice, Vikrant touches it and is suddenly overwhelmed with past memories. He suffers a panic attack.

Mannat tries to comfort him, but Neetu rushes in and shoves her aside, scolding her harshly. Mannat explains that it's just pomegranate juice, not blood. Roni steps in and thanks Mannat for helping Vikrant, then asks her to leave. Meanwhile, Aishwarya is puzzled by Vikrant's sudden breakdown and wonders what might have triggered it.