Kumkum Bhagya 22nd September 2023 Written Episode Update: Akshay continues to provoke Prachi against Ranbir
The episode begins with Prachi informing Ranbir that she intends to search for her daughter, and once she locates her, she won't allow him to see her. Ranbir responds by asserting that he will search for Khushi, emphasizing that she is also his daughter, and he won't permit Prachi to meet her. Realizing the implications of his words, he promptly apologizes to Prachi.
Meanwhile, one of the kidnappers remarks that the girl is sleeping peacefully, appearing indifferent to her circumstances. The kidnapper explains that he made her consume water mixed with medicine, resulting in her unconscious state. At this moment, Akshay arrives at the scene. The other kidnapper inquires about the money, but Akshay realizes that he forgot to bring it. He reassures them that he has no intention of escaping and promises to retrieve the money.
Khushi regains consciousness and gazes at both the kidnapper and Akshay, but her vision is blurred due to her drowsy state. Khushi cries out for her mother (Mamma). In response, Akshay and the kidnapper quickly hide from her view. The other kidnapper administers an injection, causing Khushi to faint once more.
Akshay instructs the kidnapper not to contact him and to keep a close watch. He then proceeds to the police station, where he informs the Inspector that he wishes to meet Ranbir. In an emotionally charged plea to Ranbir, he implores him to disclose Khushi's whereabouts. Akshay offers to relinquish all his possessions, including his home and office, in exchange for the return of his daughter. He expresses his readiness to resort to extreme measures, even harming himself if necessary, and emphasizes that he cannot bear to live without Khushi. Additionally, he reveals that the orphanage recognized him as Khushi's first parent, hinting at a past involving Prachi and Ranbir's marriage and the birth of their beloved daughter, whom he describes as a very affectionate child.
He proceeds to recount the turbulent history of their relationship, explaining that their constant arguments had led to their daughter being sent to an orphanage. He urges Ranbir to consider the emotional toll it took on Khushi to grow up in an orphanage despite having parents. He admits that he's unaware of the reasons behind their frequent fights, emphasizing that he lacks the right to delve into that matter. Ranbir is left stunned by Akshay's false narrative.
Akshay then continues, detailing how Prachi entered his life and, subsequently, Khushi's. He describes the profound paternal emotions he experienced upon meeting Khushi and expresses his desire to send her to London. He asserts that the orphanage staff designated him as Khushi's primary parent due to his affection for her.
Ranbir, perplexed and suspicious, questions Akshay's motives, suggesting that he might be attempting to ensnare him. Akshay counters by accusing Ranbir, insinuating that he's making baseless allegations. Ranbir passionately asserts that Khushi is his daughter, and he is determined to reunite with his family. In response, Akshay provokes Ranbir by asking if he intends to harm him physically. Ranbir resolutely affirms that he is willing to do whatever it takes, even if it means killing Akshay. Akshay appeals to the police inspector to witness Ranbir's threats and concludes that it's futile to engage in further conversation with him. He exits the scene.
As Akshay departs, Ranbir becomes suspicious, realizing that Akshay must have some knowledge about the kidnapper. He deduces that Akshay was certain about the kidnapper's identity, even though the CCTV footage hadn't provided a clear view of the kidnapper's face. Ranbir becomes convinced that Akshay possesses vital information about the situation.
Prachi thinks of Khushi and cries. Song plays….She asks why did you do this Ranbir…with my daughter. Akshay comes there and asks didn’t you know seriously. He says you both were married and understands each other, then also you are saying this. He says Ranbir wanted you in his life back and that’s why he has kidnapped her. He says Ranbir has applied the universal rule that a mother will go where her daughter is and that’s why he has done this. She says her heart says that Ranbir can’t kidnap my daughter. Akshay says you don’t know Ranbir, but I know him and says I have seen his that avatar. He says I went inside sometime back and he said that he can kidnap Khushi to bring you back in his life, and asks her not to get weak. He acts and says I am feeling helpless that I can’t bring my daughter back, and hate myself that I can’t bring my angel back home. He says when I brought her from orphanage, we have done everything for her. He says Khushi calls him Shiv, and he has kidnapped him. She says Khushi might be shocked and asks how can a father can do this. He provokes her more and says how can anyone do this. Prachi goes inside the PS.
Akshay says I am really sorry. I didn’t want to hurt you, but you hurt me also. He says you let Ranbir do everything whatever I hate, you let Ranbir touch you, let him dance with you and tells that you have betrayed me and that’s why you have to suffer. Ranbir tells Inspector that he is innocent and he has to go from here, as he has to save his daughter. He says Akshay has kidnapped my daughter. Inspector asks Constable to shift him to other cell. The constable takes him outside. Ranbir says Akshay has kidnapped my daughter. Prachi comes there and asks how can you do this? She says you have said that you can kidnap even Khushi to get me.
The thief tells that Ranbir didn’t say this. Akshay asks him to keep his mouth shut and says your words are not trustable and this is my family matter. He asks Prachi not to listen. Ranbir asks Akshay where is that man who kidnapped Khushi and says if I leave from here, then I will ruin your life, the time I spend on searching Khushi. Akshay says she is our daughter and asks her to ask Ranbir, where is Khushi? He says atleast I can bring her back. He says if you want to stay with him then I will bear it, but I want Khushi. Prachi says I am not a toy and tells that whoever has kidnapped my daughter, I will not bear and will get him punished.
Ranbir says I will not hurt as you are mother and now you are hurt. He says look around you, don’t just doubt on me. He asks her to open her eyes and not close. Prachi goes. The thief also looks at them. Akshay smirks and goes. The thief asks Inspector to keep him in his cell and says he will handle him. The constable locks Ranbir inside. The thief says I can help you. Ranbir looks at him.
Mihika comes to Vishaka and tells that everyone is against Ranbir, but my heart says that Ranbir can’t do this. Vishaka says but Akshay feels that Ranbir has done this. Mihika says I feel that Ranbir is right. Vishaka asks her to stay with Ranbir, and tells that God Krishna asked to stay with the truth even if we have to go against the family. She says everyone is doing what they think right, and says Mahabharat is going on. She says your brother hates Ranbir and you love him, and asks him to do what she shall do, and Akshay will do what he wants. Mihika says I will get Ranbir out of jail, just because this is right, I have to go against my family for him, I will stand with him as he needs me. She asks you are with whom? She says she is with nobody, and tells that she is with Akshay as he is her son, and she is her daughter, she is with both. She says you both are right in my eyes and asks her to think wisely before doing anything. Mihika goes.
Ranbir says I don’t need any help, I am already in problem. He says it seems you come here often. The thief says I have a plan to help you. Ranbir says I didn’t do anything and have trust on law. The thief says law can’t help you, and tells that where is your daughter? He says you are worried here, and the law has arrested you. Ranbir says the law investigates everything in right way. He says they will interrogate me. The thief says you are here, and you don’t know what happens and says if the children are found then its fine else you don’t know what could happen with her. constable says Mihika came to meet you.
The kidnapper tells other kidnapper that Khushi is sleeping. The first one says he just wants money, and says she will sleep as she is given injections to sleep. He calls Akshay. Akshay sees the call. Prachi asks him to pick the call and says it might be from the PS. Akshay says it is an important call. Prachi asks him to pick the call. Akshay picks the call. The kidnapper asks him when he will give money. Akshay says wrong number and ends the call as Prachi heard the kidnapper. Prachi says Rana name came on the mobile. Akshay lies that it was office call, but he said wrong number. Ranbir asks Mihika to go and says nothing can be done. Mihika says let me try. Pallavi asks why did you come here, and says she knows her fake concern. Ranbir says don’t vent out your anger on her, she didn’t do anything. Pallavi asks why, you are here due to her family.
Pallavi reminds Ranbir of his previous encounter with Akshay, emphasizing that her brother seems to have a persistent grudge against him. She mentions that she had forgiven Akshay last time but highlights that he continues to trouble Ranbir. Dida inquires about Akshay's purpose for being there, to which Mihika responds that she came to help clear Ranbir's name because she believes he's innocent. Dida questions why she's discussing this with them instead of her brother. Ranbir intervenes, urging them not to blame Mihika as it's not her fault. He expresses his stress and asks them not to add to it by bothering him, requesting some alone time. He informs Mihika that there's nothing they can do, and he has to spend three days in jail. Pallavi expresses her reluctance to leave him alone, but Ranbir insists that if she wants to help, she should leave.
Mihika encourages Pallavi to accompany her, and they exit. In the meantime, one of the fellow detainees asks Ranbir about his daughter's age.
