Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: Manisha & Kajal OPPOSE Kiara-Abhir's wedding, Abhira makes a sacrifice for Armaan

Abhira worried about Kiara-Abhir's wedding:

The episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai today opens with Abhira seeking reassurance from Arman about whether Manisha will eventually support Kiara and Abhir’s wedding. Arman calms her down and asks her to be patient, assuring her that things will fall into place with time. The two share a quiet conversation about Abhir’s upcoming marriage, spending a few meaningful moments together.

Abhira sacrifices her interview opportunity for Armaan:

Meanwhile, Abhir and Kiara touch the elders’ feet to seek blessings. Tanya expresses her heartfelt happiness for Kiara, while Krish congratulates Abhir and Sanjay gives his blessings. Kajal, however, makes a startling statement. Although she does not object to the wedding, she refuses to bless the couple, saying Kiara is stepping into everything that once belonged to Charu. Her words leave Abhir and Kiara stunned.

Soon after, Abhira and Arman receive news about their fellowship interview and panic when they realize how little time they have. They unexpectedly run into Madhav, who blesses them after learning about the interview. Despite rushing, they arrive late at the venue. The interviewer questions their delay and informs them that only one of them can be interviewed. Abhira pleads for a chance.

A disagreement follows as Abhira urges Arman to attend the interview, while Arman insists Abhira should go instead, blaming himself for the delay. Both continue to argue over who deserves the opportunity more, until Abhira suggests leaving the decision to a coin toss.

Kaveri instructs to begin Kiara-Abhir's wedding preps:

Elsewhere, Kaveri instructs the Poddar family to begin preparations for Abhir and Kiara’s wedding. She firmly states that even if Manisha and Kajal do not approve of the match, they must maintain appearances and attend the ceremony. Later, Kaveri learns about Abhira and Arman’s interview and sends them her best wishes.

Despite Arman’s reluctance, Abhira once again pushes him to take the interview, convinced that he deserves the fellowship. Arman finally agrees and goes inside, while Abhira waits outside, hopeful for his success. Meanwhile, Kiara is discharged from the hospital.

At home, Krish questions Sanjay about the stay order on the house division. Sanjay asks for more time, but Krish loses his temper and behaves disrespectfully. Tanya intervenes and asks Krish to control himself.

Manisha & Kajal oppose the wedding:

Kaveri tries to speak with Manisha regarding the wedding, but Manisha refuses to attend the celebrations and openly voices her anger over Kiara and Abhir’s union. Manoj and Kajal also make it clear that they are against the marriage.

Amid the tension, Myra excitedly discusses Kiara’s farewell. While Kaveri suggests a simple car send-off, Myra insists that Kiara should leave in a palanquin. Abhira and Arman arrange one, which makes Kiara anxious. Myra asks Kiara to sit in it for photographs and requests Abhira and Arman to lift it, with Krish helping to steady it at Tanya’s request. As the palanquin wobbles, Vidya grows concerned, but Manoj steps in and stabilizes it, assuring everyone of Kiara’s safety. Relieved and happy, Kiara smiles as the Poddar family celebrates with dance, while Manisha and Kajal remain distant and unsmiling.