The way they show the Bhalla women shuddering with fear owing to Anokhis absence is a representation of the tyranny and overpowering mentality of Mr Bhalla and the society they live in.
No wonder Anokhi witnessing all the torment and the unjust treatment her mum and sister are going through decides to be the rebel, resilient, tenacious person she is
Anokhi doesn’t hesitate a bit to put him down for his actions. And he seems to have taken aback at her reaction.