Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: The Poddars come together to share the pain of Charu's death

In tonight's episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Armaan finally seeks forgiveness from Abhira. However, Abhira stops him, admitting that it was her own fault for mistaking someone else for Pookie. She expresses regret over her recurring trust issues and feels guilty for constantly misjudging situations. Abhira is relieved that Armaan didn't discover the truth about the impostor Pookie and makes up her mind to put an end to the search altogether. Consumed by guilt, she even labels herself a bad mother, but Maira intervenes and encourages her not to think that way. Maira assures her that she will reunite with the real Pookie soon, adding that Pookie is still young and will return when the time is right. Abhira hugs Maira, touched by her innocence.

Meanwhile, Kaveri reflects on how her decision to stop Armaan from disclosing the truth caused pain not just to Abhira, but also to Anshuman. At that moment, Sanjay calls out to Abhir, demanding to see Charu. Abhira gently asks Dadu to take Maira inside.

Elsewhere, Armaan senses that Maira is emotionally slipping away from him. As he regains consciousness, he insists that he has already confessed the truth about Pookie to Abhira. Geetanjali tries to convince him otherwise, stating that Abhira never came to visit and that he must be imagining it. But Armaan is confident — he remembers Abhira tying a band on his wrist, and despite Geetanjali's protests, he gets up to find her. Geetanjali warns him not to reveal anything yet.

Back at home, Sanjay once again demands that Abhir get Charu. When Abhir remains silent, Kiara drops a heartbreaking truth — Charu is no more. The entire family is shaken. An emotional Anshuman tries to console a grief-stricken Kaveri. Manisha is left speechless, struggling to process the news. Abhir finally reveals that Charu had been battling cancer and chose to keep it hidden so that Krish's wedding wouldn't be overshadowed by her illness. Kajal refuses to accept the loss and accuses Abhir of lying. Armaan is in shock, while Kajal urges him not to trust anything Abhir says.

Manisha breaks down and lashes out at Abhir for hiding Charu's condition. She recalls how she had ignored Charu and now regrets being so harsh. Armaan is left emotionally wrecked. Kiara pleads with Armaan to hold himself together, telling him she can't bear to lose another sibling. The Poddar family is consumed by grief.

Kajal, in denial, begs Abhira to prove everyone wrong and call Charu. Abhira gently comforts her as she breaks down. Watching this unfold, Armaan is perplexed — he wonders why Abhira isn't with Maira despite knowing the truth. Kaveri tells him that Abhira doesn't know the full story yet and urges him to reveal everything without further delay. Armaan agrees, it's time to come clean.

As Kajal continues to grieve, Abhira stays by her side to support her. Meanwhile, Armaan once again hesitates to reveal Maira's identity, but Kaveri pressures him, warning that Anshuman might soon uncover the truth on his own. Armaan snaps, accusing Kaveri of pretending to care when she's never truly supported him.

Dadu then confides in Geetanjali about the girl pretending to be Pookie. He states firmly that he now knows Maira is the real Pookie. Geetanjali prepares to leave, but Dadu stops her, declaring that no one can come between Armaan, Abhira, and their daughter. Armaan finally resolves to tell Abhira everything. Kaveri, however, grows increasingly impatient, feeling that he is taking far too long.

Precap for the next episode:

In the precap, Abhira declares that she won't let Maira leave her side. Maira expresses how much she misses Armaan, while Armaan feels helpless, saying he can't go see her. Abhira lovingly feeds Maira her favourite meal, and Maira reveals she misses Geetanjali. Armaan decides to take matters into his own hands — he wants to bring Abhira and Maira back together, knowing that his silence has only created distance between them.