‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai,’ written update, January 5, 2026: Arman wins the case but a shocking call that puts everything into question |
The January 5 episode brings serious heat to the courtroom. Abhira is totally winning at being a supportive partner. She gives Arman lucky charms before his big fight. The legal battle gets intense. But Arman stands his ground to save Meher. He manages to prove it was self-defense and takes the win. But the drama isn’t over yet. They receive a call at the end. It hints that this victory might actually be a very big mistake.
Abhira boosts Arman’s confidence before the case
Abhira asks Arman if he is ready for the case. Arman responds saying that today is not just about fighting. He needs to win at any cost. Abhira smiles and tells him she has brought something special to increase his chances.She hands him the sacred thread given by Vidya. She also gives him notes prepared by Sanjay and Manoj. She places Madhav’s medal in his hand and gives curd sent by Myra for good luck. While helping him, Abhira accidentally spills curd on Arman’s jacket. It leaves them both surprised. Arman then spots Meher and Mittal and looks shocked. Abhira recalls her past encounter with Meher. Mittal asks Arman if he is prepared. Arman confidently says he is and requests Meher to fully cooperate in court. Mittal asks Arman to focus only on the case and assures him that he will manage everything else.
Abhira steps in as Meher faces judgment
Before entering the courtroom, Abhira stops Meher. She points out that the judge might get offended by Meher’s clothing. Arman agrees with the concern. Mittal then offers to arrange new clothes for Meher. Arman says there is no time because the judge could arrive at any moment. Abhira steps forward. She helps Meher fix the situation herself.Meanwhile, Sanjay updates the Poddar family about the case. He explains that he has asked his junior. He will keep him informed about every development. At the same time, Tanya receives a call from Krish. Krish claims that he will soon fix everything. Tanya grows suspicious of his confidence.
Courtroom turns intense as Arman fights back
Inside the courtroom, Arman strongly defends Meher. Opposing lawyer Khurana gives him a tough competition. Sanjay admits that Khurana is equally strong. He believes Arman cannot afford to lose. Abhira then notices a woman sitting in court with her face covered. She suspects that she has seen the woman before. She might be the same person who earlier asked her for help.Khurana presents a witness to prove that Meher has anger issues. Arman calls an eyewitness. The witness says that Meher was sexually assaulted by her driver and was found covered in blood. The witness confirms that Meher acted in self-defence. In a flashback, Meher tells Arman that she lost her temper once and broke her employee’s phone.Khurana continues trying to prove Meher guilty. Krish confidently bets on the defeat of Arman. However, Arman turns the case around. He shows that Meher did not kill Rajat on purpose; she acted only to save herself. The judge warns both lawyers to keep order in the courtroom. Khurana then calls Rajat’s wife, Anita, to the witness box. Abhira is shocked to see her. Anita whispers something to Khurana, who demands a private statement. Arman strongly opposes this move. Arman proves that Anita never tried to save Rajat. This indirectly confirms Rajat’s guilt. Arman concludes that Meher acted only to protect herself.In the precap of the episode, the judge announces the verdict for Arman. It is in his favor. Meher is declared innocent. Arman turns to Abhira and thanks her for standing by his side. Shortly after, Abhira gets a call from Anita. She cryptically says that even though Arman won the case, he has actually lost. It makes Abhira realize that Arman might have made a mistake without knowing it.
