Abhira and Armaan share a cute moment, but Vidya’s entry spoils it in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai

Tonight's Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai episode opens with a tense sequence where a wrestler aggressively attacks Armaan. Despite being in pain, Armaan signals Abhira to leave and meet Koyal without delay. Abhira is deeply worried seeing Armaan getting hurt, but he insists that she must not stop. Gathering courage, Abhira pushes herself forward even as she begins to feel weak and dizzy.

Meanwhile, Armaan continues to endure the brutal fight. Veeru joins in, making the situation worse as he repeatedly throws Armaan to the ground. Determined to protect Abhira’s mission, Armaan decides to keep the wrestlers occupied until she returns.

On the other side, Abhira finally reaches Koyal and pleads with her to help Maira by speaking the truth. Koyal is visibly scared and hesitant to revisit the incident. Abhira motivates her, assuring her that telling the truth is the only way to save an innocent life. Koyal eventually confesses that Maira is not guilty and reveals that she has a video recording proving that Meher accidentally fell from the stairs. She agrees to support Abhira but fears her family’s reaction. When Abhira asks her to testify in court, Koyal’s mother strongly refuses.

Back at the office, tensions rise as Sanjay lashes out in frustration. Krish tries to calm him down, reminding him that the firm has handled crises before. However, Sanjay reveals that the Mittals are pulling out their clients due to ongoing rivalry. Manoj tries to reassure everyone by saying his business is stable and they can manage, but Sanjay accuses him of showing off his wealth, leading to Manoj walking away angrily.

Abhira continues to plead with Koyal’s mother, requesting her to allow Koyal to help Maira. However, the mother expresses helplessness, explaining that Koyal’s uncle financially supports them and they cannot go against him. Abhira promises to provide them with a better and independent life. Koyal also requests her mother to let her do the right thing and not depend on her uncle forever. It is then revealed that Mittal has bribed the uncle with a huge amount to keep Koyal away from court. After much persuasion, Koyal’s mother finally agrees to support Abhira.

Meanwhile, Armaan struggles against the wrestlers until Abhira returns. Together, Abhira, Armaan, Koyal, and her mother manage to escape. At home, Madhav is seen removing his photograph with Vidya. When Vidya questions him, assuming it is because of Abhira, he chooses to remain silent.

Soon after, Abhira receives a shocking update that Mittal has rescheduled the court hearing. Things take a darker turn when Koyal and her mother suddenly get kidnapped. Abhira and Armaan begin searching for them desperately. Armaan approaches Madhav, asking for his help in locating them.

At the same time, Sanjay tries to convince Mittal to reconsider his decision of withdrawing clients. Mittal, however, remains firm and filled with revenge. He blames Maira for his daughter’s death and vows to ruin the Poddar family completely, even threatening to leave them homeless.

yal has agreed to testify. Abhira is unable to respond immediately. Misreading her silence as good news, Maira becomes hopeful and imagines returning home and embracing Abhira again. Meanwhile, Armaan tries to speak to Abhira, but she stays focused on searching for crucial evidence. She finally breaks down, confessing her fear that without Koyal, she has no proof to save Maira, who is placing all her hopes on her. Armaan consoles her and wipes her tears. Their moment is interrupted when Vidya sees them together. Abhira is left stunned upon spotting her.

In the precap, Vidya reads a newspaper and convinces herself that her son can never leave her. However, Armaan and Abhira confront her. Armaan takes a firm stand and decides to cut ties with Vidya. She accuses Abhira of influencing him, but Armaan defends Abhira and warns Vidya to stay away from their lives.