Anupamaa: Anupamaa grows suspicious about Devika’s secret

Tonight’s episode of Anupamaa brings a mix of warmth, unease, and brewing rivalries. The story opens with Anupama lovingly massaging Devika’s scalp. Devika resists the attention, but Anupama insists, scolding her for neglecting her hair and recalling how it was once long and healthy.

When Anupama presses further about why Devika suddenly chopped it short, her concern deepens she senses her friend is hiding something.While putting away Devika’s belongings, Anupama accidentally notices a medical file tucked inside her bag. Before she can read it, Devika quickly snatches it away, assuring her that all is well. Though Devika brushes it off, Anupama’s worry grows, and she silently prays for her friend’s safety.Elsewhere, in the Kothari household, tensions mount. Gautam voices his suspicion to Vasundhara that Rahi might betray them or align with Anupama. He warns that defeat would tarnish their family’s prestige. Vasundhara agrees, declaring that the competition is about honour, not just winning. Gautam vows he will not allow Anupama to succeed.At the Shah residence, the atmosphere is strikingly different. The family rallies around Anupama, urging her to rise above the Kotharis and settle old scores.

Leela pushes her to fight with spirit, while Manohar suggests celebrating with a party and Ganpati Visarjan if she wins. Their collective cheer boosts Anupama’s confidence.Later, Anupama and Devika discuss the competition. Devika recalls how shocked everyone was when Rahi chose Anupama as her rival. Anupama calmly admits she expected it—defeating her is Rahi’s true goal. When Devika calls Anupama’s children useless, Anupama responds with composure, saying that although Pakhi, Rahi, and Paritosh don’t show her affection, she cannot hate them.The episode closes on a tender note as Devika, after nearly fainting, makes Anupama promise to live for herself and keep fulfilling her dreams, no matter what lies ahead.