YRKKH: Manjiri wants Abhimanyu to fight for Abhir; Akshara & Abhinav break down

In the episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai tonight, emotions run high as Abhinav breaks down and Manish steps in to comfort Akshara. Manish reveals that Manjiri has intentionally created a barrier between Abhir, Abhinav, and herself. He advises Akshara to view the custody battle as her duty and focus solely on Abhir, disregarding anyone else. Manjiri also urges Abhimanyu to consider his rights as Abhir's father and questions Abhinav's claim to Abhir. Although she admits to wronging Abhinav and Aarohi, she desires Abhimanyu to reconcile with Akshara. 

However, Abhimanyu implores her not to discuss matters that could cause him to lose his son, emphasizing that everything was done for Abhir's well-being. He expresses regret that their fate lies in the hands of the court, while Manjiri places her trust in the legal system, believing that they will win custody. Abhimanyu suggests that there could have been a way to share Abhir's childhood and happiness, but Manjiri deems it impossible, driven by her determination to win the case.

On the other hand, Surekha points out that the court case won't be easy, reminding everyone how Abhinav's financial status was targeted during the proceedings, causing Akshara to worry. Manish asserts that Akshara alone has the right to her son. Abhimanyu tries to explain to Manjiri that things are not always black and white, and he wants to have Abhir without snatching him away from Abhinav. Manjiri insists that he should claim his son forcefully. However, Abhimanyu feels indebted to Akshara and Abhinav and does not wish to cause them any pain. Manjiri questions if he is prepared to endure the suffering that comes with losing his son and urges him to fight for his rights. Manish intervenes, declaring that he cannot let Manjiri break Akshara's family and deeming her actions wrong. 

In the midst of this tense atmosphere, Kairav arrives, noticing the somber mood. Akshara explains that everyone is emotional due to Kairav's impending marriage. Kairav and Muskaan then partake in the joyous ring-finding ritual.

However, Akshara's worries for Abhinav persist, and she becomes distracted upon seeing Abhimanyu and Manjiri. Later, Akshara breaks down in tears as she witnesses Abhinav's fear of losing Abhir. Abhinav struggles to express his feelings, confiding in Akshara that he loves her and Abhir deeply, but concealing his tears. Meanwhile, Abhir dreams of Abhinav leaving him forever, causing him to panic when he wakes up and doesn't find Abhinav beside him. He urgently asks Akshara to call Abhinav, confessing that he can't bear the thought of living without him. 

Abhir finds a note and becomes frightened, believing that Abhinav has left. However, Abhinav arrives, and Abhir rushes into his arms, revealing his fear of losing his beloved father figure and vowing to become the best son he can be. Overwhelmed with emotion, Abhinav and Akshara shed tears, realizing the trauma Abhir is enduring. Abhinav reassures Abhir that he is his father and promises to never leave him, while Abhir insists on the same promise, solidifying their bond of love