Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: Charu skips Manisha's birthday celebration to be with Abhir

In tonight's Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai episode, Shivani questions Abhira about the numerous names she has written on the board. Abhira explains that these are the names of the students she tutors. Meanwhile, Rohit surprises Ruhi with a cake. Ruhi, who had been craving something sweet, thanks him for understanding her mood. When Rohit requests a share of the cake, Ruhi flatly refuses, telling him to forget about it. She also remarks that he should be grateful she is choosing to spend her life with him.

Elsewhere, Abhir eagerly awaits Charu's arrival for a yoga session. When Charu finally arrives, she is taken aback to see Abhir there. Meanwhile, Kiara expresses interest in learning how to cook and approaches Surekha for guidance. Manish playfully teases Kiara, and she admits that she never had the chance to learn culinary skills. However, she later feels disheartened, assuming that Abhir is unimpressed by her. At the same time, Abhira and Armaan anticipate a call from Ruhi.

Armaan surprises Abhira by showing her rings while flirting with her. He once again proposes, and the two share an emotional moment, exchanging rings and embracing each other. Meanwhile, Ruhi learns that she is not pregnant, but Rohit encourages her to stay positive.

The Poddar family gathers to celebrate Manisha's birthday. However, Ruhi and Rohit begin to panic. Ruhi becomes anxious about participating in a game, but Manisha insists on her joining in.

As the preparations continue, Manisha searches for Charu and Kiara. Aryan informs her that Kiara is on her way, while Sanjay reveals that Charu has an important meeting. Meanwhile, after their yoga class, Charu and Abhir walk out together, holding hands. Additionally, Manisha decides to invite Abhira and Armaan to the celebration. Sanjay disapproves, but Manisha asserts that she cannot celebrate without them and requests him to keep it a secret from Kaveri. Ruhi reaches out to Abhira and Armaan, inviting them to Manisha's birthday celebration. She also informs them about the pittu game planned for the event. Concerned for Ruhi, Abhira and Armaan decide to attend the party to look out for her. As the celebration begins, Manisha wonders how the women will participate in the game while wearing sarees, but Aryan reassures her that he has made proper arrangements.

Meanwhile, as Charu drives, Abhir watches her with affection. Amused, she playfully places her hand over his face and teases him about missing out on the game because of him. In response, Abhir gently kisses her hand and expresses his relief that she didn’t go, as he worries she might have gotten hurt.

On the other hand, Kiara drives toward the venue, filled with excitement for the celebration. She assumes Abhir is too engrossed in his yoga classes to respond to her calls. Missing him, she decides to pick him up before heading to the event. Later, Manisha is taken aback when she sees Armaan and Abhira arriving earlier than expected. When questioned, Abhira quickly comes up with an excuse.

During the game, Armaan and Abhira step in to support Ruhi when they notice her discomfort. Meanwhile, Charu pretends that her car has broken down. Seeing her in trouble, Abhir gets out of the vehicle to help fix it. As he works on the issue, Charu watches him with a smirk.

Back at the Poddar house, Madhav requests Vidya to let Manisha enjoy her birthday without creating any issues over Armaan's presence. The family continues with the pittu game, and during the activity, Armaan steps in to shield Vidya. Madhav, observing Armaan's actions, expresses his pride in him, acknowledging that even though Armaan is living separately, he is still happy. However, the celebration takes an unexpected turn when Ruhi suddenly faints, leaving Armaan, Abhira, and Rohit deeply worried.

Precap for the next episode:

In the precap, Abhira devises a plan to visit the temple for their baby's veneration ceremony. To avoid suspicion, she and Armaan disguise themselves as dhol players. However, Sanjay notices them and grows suspicious of their actions. Determined to uncover the truth, he resolves to find out what Abhira, Armaan, Rohit, and Ruhi are up to.