In the 4th March 2025 episode of Mangal Lakshmi, Mangal courageously stands her ground, rejecting the show’s offers despite pressure. Meanwhile, Karthik stuns his family with an unexpected decision to marry Jia, leaving everyone in shock. Tensions rise as Lakshmi grapples with Karthik’s choice. This dramatic episode highlights themes of self-respect, family loyalty, and difficult decisions.
The contestants on the show praise Mangal for standing up for herself, but Niketan’s mother mocks her, dismissing her actions as overdramatic. Mangal stands her ground and leaves the show. Meanwhile, the other contestants confide in Jigar about their safety concerns and their refusal to continue. The organizers are worried that Mangal’s bold stand has made her a hero, jeopardizing the future of the show.
At home, Kusum supports Mangal’s decision but expresses concern about the financial impact. Soumya mocks Mangal for leaving, while Adit apologizes for his past actions, admitting that the show exploited their conflict for ratings. Feeling disheartened, Mangal locks herself in her room, and Kusum offers her comfort. Recovered, Mangal heads to the kitchen, only to be interrupted by a knock at the door. The judge and organizer have come to beg her to return, but Mangal firmly declines, stating that their apology cannot undo the harm done to her family’s reputation.
Sanjana tries to bribe Mangal with a large sum of money, arguing that financial security is more important than pride. Soumya assumes Mangal will accept out of greed, but Mangal shuts the suitcase, declaring, “My self-respect is not for sale.” Despite learning that Jigar has been removed from the show, Mangal remains resolute, leaving Sanjana shocked. Adit admires Mangal’s growth, but Soumya thinks she made a mistake by rejecting the offer.
Elsewhere, Jia plots to keep Karthik from reading an important newspaper article, pretending to be distressed to manipulate him. Concerned, Karthik cancels his recording session, but Lakshmi convinces him to go, promising to look after Jia. Once they’re alone, Lakshmi confronts Jia, warning her that she’ll be out of the house once Karthik regains his memory. Realizing her scheme is at risk, Jia calls her mother for help.
Prema meets Karthik, pressuring him to prove his love for Jia by marrying her. Jia, believing her plan is working, tries to apply Lakshmi’s sindoor to her forehead, which leads to a heated confrontation and a slap from Lakshmi. Gayatri arrives just in time to see Lakshmi expose Jia’s manipulative behavior. Jia denies everything and threatens to leave, but Karthik begs her to stay.
However, haunted by Prema’s words, Karthik gathers the family and surprises them by announcing his decision to marry Jia. Gayatri and Sudesh question his sudden change of heart, but Karthik insists it’s time to make their relationship official. Lakshmi is devastated by the news and weakens from the shock. The family opposes the marriage, but Karthik is unwavering, asking Lakshmi to support his choice. When Lakshmi remains silent, Karthik interprets it as her unwillingness to oppose his parents and urges everyone to accept his decision before leaving. Overcome with emotion, Lakshmi collapses in tears.
