In the 13th March 2025 episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Abhira boldly confronts Sanjay when he tries to humiliate Armaan. Armaan faces a tough situation at the Poddar house, while Ruhi contemplates revealing a shocking truth. Meanwhile, tensions rise as Holi celebrations take an unexpected turn.
The episode begins with Armaan returning home, where Shivani informs him that Abhira had gone after him. She asks if their conflict has been resolved, but Armaan hesitates before answering. Misinterpreting his silence, Shivani assumes he has accepted Abhira, though he remains unsure about his feelings. She decides to wait patiently. Meanwhile, Armaan wrestles with guilt, wondering why Abhira loves him so deeply despite the pain he has caused her. Both eventually drift off to sleep, lost in their thoughts.
The following morning, Armaan discovers that Abhira and Shivani have gone to the temple. Soon after, he is taken aback by an unexpected task—his boss assigns him the responsibility of delivering a car to the Poddar house. Armaan tries to delegate the task, but his boss insists that he must do it himself.
Elsewhere, at the Goenka house, Kiara warmly wishes Manish, Swarna, and Surekha a happy Holi. Manish and Swarna exchange affectionate greetings, and Kiara expresses her desire for her relationship with Abhir to be as strong as theirs. Just then, Ruhi arrives, prompting Manish to question her presence. She explains that Rohit invited her and then inquires about Abhir. Kiara informs her that Abhir has no interest in celebrating Holi. Manish, on the other hand, encourages Daksh to mature, playfully urging him to join in the festivities.
However, Abhir becomes upset with Kiara for flaunting their relationship on social media, leaving her hurt. He then mentions Charu, leading Manish to remark that Abhira is foolish for still caring about her. Meanwhile, Ruhi debates whether she should reveal the truth to the Goenkas—that Charu was forced to break off her wedding due to Sanjay’s influence.
At the Poddar house, the Holi celebrations remain absent, prompting Kaveri to question the somber mood. Rohit explains that no one is celebrating because Armaan isn’t there. With sarcasm, he suggests that Kaveri, Vidya, and Sanjay should enjoy the festival by tallying their sins instead.
Later, Armaan arrives at the Poddar house to complete his delivery. He is greeted by Rohit, Manisha, Aryan, Krish, Madhav, Manoj, and the others. As he explains his purpose for being there, Kaveri seizes the opportunity to belittle him, declaring that his presence proves he is nothing without the Poddar name. She urges him to return home, with Sanjay backing her up. However, Vidya immediately defends Armaan, asserting that he is a rare gem who doesn’t need the Poddar legacy to succeed.
When Armaan requests his payment, Sanjay cruelly tosses the money on the ground, ordering him to pick it up. Rohit and Madhav are enraged by the insult, while Manisha scornfully points out that a man who disrespects Charu and Kiara would naturally have no regard for money either. Armaan contemplates whether to accept the humiliation and take the money, but before he can act, Abhira steps in. With unwavering determination, she declares that Armaan will not bow down to Sanjay.
