Written update, January 18: Anupama and Rahi confront Parag over misbehavior
Tonight’s episode of Anupamaa features Anupama and her daughter Rahi clashing with Parag and his family over a kite-flying competition.
The Kite-Flying Challenge
Parag’s kite-flying skills impress the Kothari family to start the episode. Anirudh disappoints Meeta, who compares him to Parag and advises him to emulate Parag. Anupama helps a child fly a kite in the competition. Rahi advises Anupama to cut the tiger-printed kite, unaware Parag owns it.
When Anupama competes with Parag, his family worries about his kite being cut. Prem grows apprehensive when he discovers Anupama is targeting Parag’s kite. The visitors cheer when Anupama cuts Parag’s kite despite the strain.
Parag’s Reaction
Parag is furious when guests laud Anupama and suggest she win the prize. He begs Anirudh to reward Anupama but won’t eat her dish. Instead, he arranges hotel cuisine for guests and urges his mother to serve Anupama’s recipes to workers.
Gautam angrily signals Anupama to leave, escalating things. Rahi gets furious and twists Gautam’s hand to tell him not to mistreat her mother. The Kotharis separate everyone. Parag gives Anupama money to go, but she refuses.
Anupama stands firm
Anupama quietly asks Parag to enjoy festivals with a sporty attitude. She says she only participated because the youngster asked. She reminds him that she and her team worked hard to make the food and requests that he not be disrespectful.
However, Parag accuses Anupama of competing against him and disrespecting his mother beyond her limits. He refuses to forgive her and demands she leave.
Anupama responds that his underlying fury is over a woman cutting his kite. Parag loses his fury. Anupama and Rahi depart the Kotharis.
Returning to Shah House
Concerned about Anupama and Rahi, Prem goes to Shah’s residence. Upon returning, the family anxiously requests their Kothari house food service. Rahi, still angry, reveals their mistreatment.
Toshu accuses Anupama and Rahi of mischief. The episode ends tensely as the family chastises them for causing turmoil at Kothari.
Disclaimer: This summary is from the Hotstar episode.
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