The episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai on January 12th, 2026, opens with a heartwarming yet emotional scene between Abhira and Myra. Abhira is busy setting up an early birthday surprise, even though the actual date, the 17th, is still a few days away. When a curious Myra asks why they are celebrating so soon, Abhira's eyes fill with a mix of love and regret.
She confesses that having missed so many of Myra's birthdays in the past, she simply cannot wait any longer. She describes how she used to bake lonely cakes and buy gifts for a daughter who wasn't there-gifts that Myra reveals she has actually seen. Touched by this bond, Abhira decides to make this a grand family affair.
Beneath the surface of this festivity, secrets are simmering. The main conflict revolves around the mystery of Vani and Anita. While Abhira is lost in party planning, she receives a call from a government office regarding Anita's death credentials.
Arman catches her on the phone, but she quickly covers it up, claiming it was just a client. This web of lies does not go unnoticed. Krish, already suspicious, begins playing detective and even sneaks into Abhira's room to find clues, narrowly avoiding being caught by Sanjay.
The tension escalates when Abhira realizes she needs Anita's birth certificate to finalize the legalities. She approaches Vani for information, but her lack of knowledge about her "friend's" background only makes Krish more certain that she is hiding something massive. When she catches Krish eavesdropping, a sharp exchange follows, highlighting the growing rift in the household trust.
Meanwhile, external players add to the drama. Meher, feeling rejected after Arman cancels a meeting on Abhira's orders, decides to crash the party. Alongside Mittal, she visits the house and tries to take over the birthday arrangements.
Arman, however, stands firm, telling Meher that only Abhira has the right to plan for Myra. Undeterred, Meher decides to attend the party anyway, secretly plotting to outdo Abhira with the "best gift." Krish continues to watch Abhira's every move like a hawk.
In another corner of the house, family dynamics are shifting. Kiara takes a bold stand against Surekha, refusing to let Charu's memory be turned into a competition. This small victory for Kiara is mirrored by Vidya, who notices Abhira's stress.
When Vidya asks if the party is being kept simple because of Vani, Abhira explains she just wants Myra to feel the warmth of family rather than the pressure of a crowd. The episode reaches its peak emotional moment when Arman tries to bond with Vani. He encourages her to pen down her father's name, but the task clearly makes Vani uncomfortable.
Just as she begins to write, Vidya intervenes, reminding Arman to give the girl space. The episode closes on a suspenseful note with Krish and Meher both circling the truth about Vani and Anita. The upcoming birthday celebration feels less like a party and more like a ticking time bomb.
Viewers are left wondering if the truth will finally explode, shattering the peace Abhira has worked so hard to build.
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