Jhanak
On August 13, 2024, tensions rose as an intense dance competition unfolded, leading to surprising outcomes for all involved. The day began with an emotional conversation between Aniruddha and Jhanak. Aniruddha, in a desperate plea, asked Jhanak to let Arshi win the competition. He explained that Arshi, having lost her confidence after a traumatic accident, needed this victory to regain her self-esteem. If Arshi were to lose, it would crush her spirit, potentially affecting her for the rest of her life. Aniruddha’s request shocked her. She was taken aback and even offended by the suggestion.She found it hard to believe that Aniruddha would make such a request after all they had been through, especially after his departure from Kolkata. With a cold demeanor, she refused his plea, stating that she didn’t care about Aniruddha or his concerns.
Aniruddha tried to reason with her, reminding Jhanak of his past contributions to her life. He emphasized that she would have many opportunities in the future to showcase her talent and succeed. According to him, there were many people who believed in Jhanak and supported her unconditionally. But for Arshi, this competition was everything. A loss here would be devastating. Despite his heartfelt plea, she remained unmoved. She bluntly told Aniruddha that she could do many things for him, but helping Arshi was not one of them. Aniruddha, stunned by her harsh response, could only watch as she walked away.
Later, the competition resumed, and both Arshi and Jhanak were called to the stage to perform together. As they danced, both displayed their skills impressively. However, in the middle of their routine, Jhanak suddenly stopped, pretending as if she had forgotten the dance steps. Brijbhushan and Srishti, who had been observing, initially thought that Jhanak had genuinely forgotten her moves. They felt a sense of pride, believing that their teachings had played a role in the competition’s outcome. Aniruddha, on the other hand, felt a pang of guilt, realizing that his request might have discouraged Jhanak in her career. Meanwhile, Arshi felt a surge of pride, thinking she had outperformed Jhanak on stage. Brijbhushan and Srishti showered Arshi with praise, and Srishti felt particularly proud of her daughter’s success.
Before the results were announced, Kumar Sanu was invited to perform on stage. His powerful and energetic performance captivated the audience, lifting the spirits of everyone present. As the performance concluded, the focus shifted back to the competition. At that moment, Appu, who had been unwell with a high fever, unexpectedly murmured Lalan’s name. This puzzled the family, who couldn’t understand how Appu had become so attached to Lalan so quickly. Appu expressed a strong desire to see Lalan, pleading with her family to bring him to their home. However, Tanuja and Bipasha were quick to criticize Appu for her feelings towards Lalan, a man from a lower social status. They couldn’t understand why Appu always seemed to favor people from less privileged backgrounds.
As the tension in the family simmered, the competition results were finally announced. Jhanak was named the runner-up, a result that left Rudra and Aditya deeply disappointed. They had expected Jhanak to win and were taken aback by her defeat. Aniruddha, too, was filled with guilt, realizing that his earlier request may have contributed to Jhanak’s loss.
The episode ended on a cliffhanger, with a preview hinting that Aditya would offer Jhanak a role in a movie, which she would accept, seemingly to spite Aniruddha. The events of the day had set the stage for further drama, leaving viewers eager to see how these developments would unfold.
