Papa Schindya character shaped up very well ( infact was supporting DILs - remember!) but somehow in the midway when Arti's lie came up - his arrogance and ego took over - as he had blind belief in Arti being an honest woman. No one can be a "Rishi' when you are in human form - it is circumstances that make us behave but yes how far you take advantage - shapes your character.
Yes - all the time my guessing culprit is SP (OR BLACKMAILED) - involvement is for sure - and more so after watching last night episode - his words has gone downward hill when it comes to respecting one's emotions and relationship,