Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: Kiara confesses her love for Abhir, but Manisha rejects her marriage decision

In tonight's Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai episode, Abhira feels the day is off to a bad start. She mentions having to walk to the court as no auto was available. Meanwhile, Roop decides to hand over all of the cases to another lawyer, prompting her to confront him. She questions how he could transfer the case after putting in so much effort. Roop explains that he needs money urgently and fighting the case himself would take more time. Abhira criticises his professionalism, but Roop confidently claims he can defeat Armaan Poddar in court. However, Abhira seems ready to stand in Armaan's defence. During their argument, Roop receives a call from a woman and brushes Abhira aside.

At the court, Abhira notices Kaveri and tries to strike up a conversation, but Kaveri avoids her. Later, Abhira questions her decision to join hands with Roop. Elsewhere, Manisha prepares food for Krish, Aryan, and Armaan. Armaan points out that she's ruining the food despite being a skilled cook, but Manisha dismisses his advice. Vidya joins them, leading to a tense exchange. Manisha taunts Armaan, fueling the tension further.

Meanwhile, Charu is surprised to see Kiara at the Goenka house. Kiara asks Charu if she had met Abhir recently. Charu admits she saw Abhir in the garden. Concerned, Kiara asks Abhir if he's doing well. Abhir responds calmly, leaving Manish suspicious that Abhir might have consumed honey earlier. As Abhir silently observes Charu, his emotions remain guarded.

Both Abhira and Armaan find themselves lost in thoughts about each other, reminiscing about their shared moments. While Abhira hopes Armaan will call her, Armaan debates reaching out to her. However, Roop contacts Abhira instead, granting her a day off and casually praising the food. This leaves Abhira puzzled as to why Roop didn't summon her to court. Both Abhira and Armaan then resolve to avoid thinking about each other. Later, Charu teases Armaan about missing Abhira, which makes him lash out. Vidya also questions Armaan about his feelings for Abhira, and he reassures her that he has moved on. Madhav overhears their conversation and becomes agitated.

Elsewhere, Kiara opens up to Manisha about her feelings for Abhir, revealing that he loves her too and even expressing her desire to marry him. This revelation shocks Krish, who questions the sudden shift from love to marriage. Manisha, enraged by the conversation, scolds Kiara and even slaps Krish for encouraging her. Later, Vidya questions Manisha about Kiara’s intentions regarding marriage, but Manisha lies and warns Kiara to stay away from Abhir.

Madhav confronts Armaan, urging him not to blindly follow Vidya's advice. He defends Abhira, but Armaan firmly sides with Vidya, declaring that if she believes Abhira isn't right for him, he will respect her opinion.

Precap for the next episode:

In the precap, Roop questions Abhira about whether she plans to claim alimony. Abhira refuses, expressing her disdain for mocking their relationship and taunting Roop in the process. Roop insists money is needed for a treatment. Later, Abhira finds out about Roop's mother, who is holding a childhood photograph of Armaan.