The latest episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai opens with chaos brewing in the Poddar household. Armaan, now living under the same roof, is about to experience the full force of this disordered domestic life—especially as Vidya awaits her eye surgery. As expected, the morning begins with a series of misadventures.
Abhira and Dadisa’s Water Woes
To start with, Abhira and Dadisa are seen fetching water in buckets from outside. This immediately surprises Armaan. He realizes that the house doesn’t have running water and that daily chores involve more hassle than he imagined. The absence of water is not the only issue—tensions inside are even more intense.
Dadisa Takes Aim at Vidya’s Limitations
Dadisa locks horns with Vidya. Given Vidya’s poor eyesight, she’s unable to contribute to household tasks. Dadisa, never one to hold back, criticizes her sharply. She implies that Vidya is more likely to mess things up than be of any help. Despite Vidya’s silence, the air remains heavy with disapproval.
Meanwhile, the milkman arrives, unknowingly stepping into the storm. Abhira takes the milk but quickly accuses him of diluting it with water. She demands he stop this practice and argues with him over the increased price. This confrontation awakens something in Armaan. For a moment, he sees a glimpse of the feisty Abhira he once knew—the one who never backed down from a fight.
Armaan Sees Glimpses of the Old Abhira
Until now, Armaan had only seen the withdrawn version of her—quiet, distant, and dependent on sleeping pills. But this morning, as she fiercely argues with the milkman, the memory of the old Abhira flashes in his mind. Armaan controls his laughter when Abhira hesitates to pay the milkman. She, in turn, avoids acknowledging him and exits after paying quietly.
Armaan Offers Vidya Tea
Later, Armaan offers to make tea for Vidya, showing his growing comfort and concern within the household. This moment adds a soft contrast to the earlier tension.
Additionally, the episode hints at emotionally heavy flashbacks. Armaan will soon learn the truth behind the family’s separation. He’ll discover how Abhira, Dadisa, and Vidya were forced out of their home. Krish and Fufasa had betrayed Dadisa by tricking her into signing away their rights. Eventually, the Poddar nameplate was taken down, replaced by the Bansals.
These revelations promise to deepen the emotional arc. Moreover, with Armaan witnessing the evolving dynamics in real time, the story is set to deliver powerful moments in the days ahead.
