The episode, titled “The Mask Falls,” centers on the immediate aftermath of the accident and Arshi’s explosive reaction.
The Heroic Save
The episode opens with the heavy light fixture crashing onto the stage. Aniruddh lunges forward at the last second, pushing Jhanak out of the way. While Jhanak is safe, Aniruddh’s arm is pinned under the metal frame. In the struggle to get up, Jhanak’s mask—which had already been loose—completely falls off. The high-definition cameras of the “National Star Dancer” broadcast her face to millions of viewers across India.
The World Watches
Back in Kolkata, the Bose family is watching the live telecast. High-tension drama ensues as Srishti Mukherjee recognizes Jhanak immediately. She screams in rage, realizing that Jhanak has not only survived but is now a national sensation. Meanwhile, Bibi and Chotto cheer, realizing that Jhanak is finally fulfilling her mother’s dream.
Arshi’s Confrontation
Arshi and her mother burst onto the stage while the paramedics are helping Aniruddh. Instead of showing concern for her husband’s injury, Arshi is blinded by fury. She publicly accuses Jhanak of being a “homewrecker” and a “fraud” who used a mask to hide her “shameful past.” Jhanak, trembling but standing tall, finally speaks up. She tells the audience, “I didn’t wear the mask to hide from the world; I wore it so you would see my talent before you saw my face.”
The Climax: Tejas’s Final Move
The episode ends with a chilling moment. Amidst the crowd of security and stagehands, Tejas is seen dressed as a technician. He realizes his plan to injure Jhanak failed because of Aniruddh. As the police enter the studio to investigate the “accident,” Tejas whispers into his radio that it’s time for “Plan B.” The final shot shows a red laser dot appearing on Jhanak’s forehead as she helps a bleeding Aniruddh into the ambulance.
Major Highlights
- The Identity Reveal: Jhanak’s face is officially exposed to the public and the Bose family.
- Aniruddh’s Sacrifice: Aniruddh is injured while saving Jhanak, proving his subconscious devotion to her.
- Arshi’s Public Outburst: The rivalry between Jhanak and Arshi becomes a national scandal.
- The Looming Threat: Tejas remains in the building, and the “accident” is now being treated as a murder attempt.
Precap for Tomorrow:
In the hospital, Aniruddh regains consciousness and calls out Jhanak’s name, ignoring Arshi who is standing right there. The doctor reveals that the light fixture was tampered with, and the police begin looking for the technician in charge. Meanwhile, the head judge of the competition announces that despite the scandal, “Nutan” (Jhanak) has qualified for the Grand Finale.
