Abhira wakes up shocked in Armaan's arms in YRKKH

In tonight's Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai episode, Armaan confronts Abhira about what she was trying to say after the game. He encourages her to express herself, even without words, if speaking feels difficult. 

Meanwhile, Abhir, dressed as Santa Claus, disrupts their conversation. Armaan remarks that Santa's timing couldn't be worse. Later, Krish inquires whether Armaan and Abhira have resolved their differences. Armaan admits to Krish that things remain strained between them. Charu brings up the hug between Armaan and Abhira during the party, to which Armaan explains that he only hugged her to help with her dress malfunction.

Abhir, continuing as Santa, begins distributing gifts. He hands out coal to Kaveri, Manish, Sanjay, and Armaan, leaving Charu surprised when he announces that no gift is left for her. Abhira finds herself preoccupied with the thoughts of Armaan and resolves to distance herself from him. 

During the dance, Abhira chooses a dance partner, shocking Armaan. Watching her dance with someone else fuels Armaan's anger. Manisha advises him to stop hesitating and approach Abhira instead.

However, when Armaan finally musters the courage to ask Abhira for a dance, the song comes to an end. Meanwhile, Abhir mischievously spikes the juice served at the party but refuses to offer any to Charu. Kiara recognises him as Santa Claus, but Abhir convinces her to keep his identity a secret. Vidya soon misunderstands about Abhir and Kiara's antics. As the party continues, the spiked drinks take effect, causing chaos.

Armaan attempts to assist Abhira, but she rejects his help. Both are startled to see the Poddar and Goenka families dancing together under the influence of the drinks. Later, Abhira begins to feel unwell and searches for medicine. Abhir, now drunk, bumps into Charu and asks for her help to reach his room. Despite her hesitation, Charu aids Abhir, who playfully comments on her inability to open the hotel room door.

Elsewhere, Sanjay and Kajal appear heavily intoxicated, leaving Charu anxious about their condition. Abhir invites Charu to stay at his house and praises her, but Charu avoids his advances. Amidst the commotion, Armaan reflects on the limited time he has left to mend his relationship with Abhira and contemplates how to make amends. When Abhira finally accepts Armaan's assistance, he helps her take her medicine. In her intoxicated state, Abhira pours her heart out to Armaan, expressing her desire for happiness. Overwhelmed, Armaan kisses her.

Meanwhile, Kaveri tries to uncover the person responsible for spiking the drinks. Sanjay accuses the Goenkas, but Rohit defends Manish. Madhav learns that Santa Claus is behind the incident. The next morning, Abhira is shocked to realise she spent the night with Armaan and questions his intentions. Armaan reassures her, asking if she truly believes he would take advantage of her vulnerability.

Precap for the next episode:In the precap, Armaan urges Vidya to apologise to Manish while Abhira contemplates giving Armaan another chance.