Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: Yuvraj returns stronger, knocks down AbhiMaan but stays unaware of Maira’s moves

In tonight's Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai episode, Abhira suddenly realises that the hand she's holding does not belong to Armaan. Alarmed, she cries out for help. The Poddars are taken aback and wonder why Abhira is calling for Armaan instead. She then exposes that the figure dressed in Ravana's costume is not Armaan at all. Meanwhile, Manoj searches for Armaan, only to find him unconscious, and urgently tries to revive him. At the same time, Yuvraj seizes the opportunity to kidnap Abhira.

Maira's Secret Move

Maira, Vidya, Kaveri, and Abhir rush to shield Abhira from danger. Deeply concerned for her safety, Maira pleads with Armaan to save Abhira immediately. Determined to act, Armaan sets off to rescue her. Maira insists on accompanying him, but Armaan tells her to stay inside. Undeterred, Maira secretly hides in Armaan's car, determined not to be left behind.

Abhira sees Yuvraj's Face

Back at the Poddar residence, Madhav contacts the police for assistance in locating Abhira, while Armaan speeds off to track her down. Abhira, trying to make sense of her situation, is stunned when she recognises Yuvraj as her captor. She questions him about how he managed to escape from jail. Yuvraj coldly replies that it is because of Abhira that half his family ended up behind bars. Abhira also discovers that Priyanshu is Yuvraj's cousin and recalls that she recently ensured Yuvraj's uncle was imprisoned. A heated argument ensues as Abhira struggles to free herself from his grip.

Maira Prays and Abhira Fights Back

Meanwhile, Maira remains hidden in the car as Armaan drives, unaware of her presence but staying focused on his mission. She silently prays to God, hoping Armaan will locate Abhira in time. Determined to fight back, Abhira attempts to attack Yuvraj, who reveals that he had been dropping subtle hints about his return. She questions him about his involvement in the gas cylinder mishap. In response, Yuvraj strikes her, leaving her unconscious.

Armaan manages to trace Yuvraj's hideout. At the location, Yuvraj mocks the unconscious Abhira, taunting her about meeting Akshara and pointing a gun at her, increasing the tension.

Back home, the Poddars are thrown into panic upon realising that Maira is missing as well. Vidya becomes hysterical, while Manoj breaks the news that Abhira has been abducted and Maira is nowhere to be found. Abhir becomes anxious and holds Kiara's hand tightly for reassurance.

Yuvraj Overpowers Armaan

At the hideout, Yuvraj is about to shoot Abhira, but just then, Armaan makes a heroic entrance and launches a counterattack. He strikes Yuvraj and delivers several punches to his face. Yuvraj fights back fiercely, overpowering Armaan, causing him to fall, and continues attacking while laughing menacingly. Half-conscious, Armaan manages to warn Yuvraj that nothing should happen to Abhira.

Yuvraj, amused, mocks Armaan’s weakened state, pointing out that he is nearly at the verge of dying, and challenges him to give up. But Armaan defiantly responds that love never gives up. Yuvraj laughs again and reveals that he had already anticipated Armaan would come after Abhira.

Yuvraj Reveals his Plan

Yuvraj then begins to narrate a story about a king and a parrot, comparing Armaan to the king and Abhira to the beloved parrot, explaining that the king’s life was tied to the parrot. He recalls the last time Abhira had managed to escape, leaving behind hints for Armaan, which allowed him to reach her. Yuvraj adds that this time, he let Abhira do what she needed so that Armaan would arrive at the trap exactly as planned. He laughs, emphasizing that both of them have now fallen into his snare together.

Yuvraj then declares that he will kill Armaan and searches for his gun, while Armaan lies half-unconscious and Abhira remains in danger.

Maira Reveals the Location

Meanwhile, Maira contacts Madhav to inform him of their location. Madhav instructs her to remain in the car until he arrives with the police, but Maira refuses, insisting that she must stay close to protect Abhira.

Precap for the Next Episode

In the precap, Yuvraj cruelly forces Abhira and Armaan to choose who will die first. Unfazed, Abhira boldly reminds him that she never follows anyone’s orders. Losing his patience, Yuvraj points the gun at them, declaring that their fate is sealed. At that critical moment, Maira calls out to them, leaving Yuvraj visibly shocked and caught off guard.