Jhanak, the storyline reaches a fever pitch as the legal system clashes with family betrayal, leaving Jhanak in her most vulnerable state yet.
The Night in the Lockup
The episode begins with Jhanak sitting in a cold police cell. In a heartbreaking sequence, she remembers the promises Rishi made to her. Her cellmate—a mysterious, older woman—observes her and cryptically remarks that “the most dangerous snakes don’t live in the forest, they live in mansions.” This hints at a future ally for Jhanak who knows the Bose family’s dark history.
Aniruddh’s Race Against Time
While Rishi remains paralyzed by the “evidence” against Jhanak, Aniruddh works tirelessly. He meets with a forensic expert to challenge the police report. He suspects that the poison found in the juice was a specific chemical used in Srishti’s high-end gardening hobbies. He manages to secure a 24-hour “temporary stay” on the formal charges, but he needs a witness to prove the glass was swapped.
The Hospital Confrontation
At the hospital, Aditi regains consciousness but is unable to speak clearly. Arshi tries to manipulate her, whispering that Jhanak was the one who hurt her. However, whenever Jhanak’s name is mentioned, Aditi’s heart rate monitor spikes in a way that suggests fear of someone else in the room, not Jhanak. Aniruddh notices this and realizes Aditi might be terrified of the real culprit.
The Climax: The Hidden CCTV
The episode ends with a massive cliffhanger. Aniruddh discovers that a neighbor’s doorbell camera captures a partial view of the Bose kitchen window. The footage shows a hand wearing a distinctive ruby ring (belonging to Srishti/Arshi’s circle) adding a powder to the tray before Jhanak picked it up. As Aniruddh prepares to take this to the police, his car is suddenly forced off the road by an unmarked black SUV.
Major Highlights
- Jhanak’s Resilience: Despite being in jail, Jhanak refuses to sign a “confession” even under police pressure.
- The Forensic Lead: Aniruddh identifies the poison as a rare chemical, narrowing down the suspect list.
- Aditi’s Silence: The victim is awake but too terrified to reveal the truth about the glass swap.
- The Assassination Attempt: Aniruddh’s life is put in danger just as he finds the evidence to free Jhanak.
Quick Info: Where to Watch
- Time: 10:30 PM IST
- TV Channel: Star Plus
- OTT Platform: Disney+ Hotstar / JioHotstar
- Episode Focus: Jhanak’s imprisonment and Aniruddh’s dangerous search for the truth.
Precap for Monday:
Rishi finds Aniruddh’s crashed car and the phone containing the CCTV footage. He finally sees the truth about the ruby ring. Meanwhile, in jail, Jhanak is told she is being moved to a central prison, but the police van takes a detour toward a deserted forest area.
