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Diya Aur Baati Hum is an Indian television soap opera, broadcast on Star Plus channel from 29 August 2011. It stars Deepika Singh and Anas Rashid as the main protagonists.Set on the backdrop of Pushkar, Rajasthan, Diya Aur Baati Hum focused on breaking the stereotypical image of women in rural India by showing the inspirational journey of Sandhya Rathi, whose ambition is to become an IPS officer. She achieves her goal with the help of her husband, Sooraj, by going against all odds
Diya Aur Baati Hum is an Indian television soap opera, broadcast on Star Plus channel from 29 August 2011. It stars Deepika Singh and Anas Rashid as the main protagonists.Set on the backdrop of Pushkar, Rajasthan, Diya Aur Baati Hum focused on breaking the stereotypical image of women in rural…
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Episode 1 · Sandhya's IPS dream
Even as a child, Sandhya is fearless and intelligent, and aspires for a career in the civil services. Flash forward ten years to a grown up and studious Sandhya, seen preparing for her IPS exam. But her brother Ankur wants to marry her off! Will she knuckle under or stand up for herself
Episode 2 · Sandhya's name in a wedding card
Sandhya convinces Ankur that she is not ready for marriage. Meanwhile, Bhabho is worked up about Sooraj’s wedding and wants to get the wedding cards on time. Sandhya shops at a boutique owned by Sooraj’s would be sister-in-law, and by mistake, her name gets printed on the card!
Episode 3 · Bhabo is furious
When Mohit plans to arrange an orchestra for Sooraj's wedding, Babho disapproves of it saying it is too expensive. Later, Babho and Sooraj go to the temple to offer the first wedding invitation to God. However, the card bears Sandhya's name! What does God have in mind for Sooraj and Sandhya?
Episode 4 · Bhabho is shocked to see the card
Mohit asks Bhabho about the change in the bride's name! Meenakshi sees Sandhya’s name on the card and is shocked. She apologises to the would be in-laws. Later, Sooraj replaces the name on the card. But surely, this 'error' must have some hidden meaning!
Episode 5 · Sooraj buys a gift for Kavita
Ankur tells his family that he has got a job in the US. He tells his wife Ankita that he can’t take her along, and she is upset about this. Meanwhile, Suraj goes to a jewellery shop and gets a present for Kavita. Will Bhabho find out about this secret present?.
Episode 6 · Bhabho is angry with Sooraj
Although Sooraj dutifully takes on the responsibility of his house, the entire family condemns him for his act. While Bhabho calls him names, his siblings criticise Sooraj. Meanwhile, Sandhya and her family question Ankur about leaving Ankita back in India. However, Ankur’s revelation shocks her!
Episode 7 · Sooraj tries to pacify Bhabho
When Sooraj asks Bhabho to eat, she rudely asks him to throw away the jewellery he bought for his fiancé. Meanwhile, Chauhan tips off Arvind and others about an impending terrorist attack and asks them to be careful. Why isn't Sooraj allowed any independence?
Episode 8 · Kanchan dies in the blast
A scared Bhabho informs everyone that Sooraj could be at the blast site. Meanwhile, Sandhya’s parents are injured in the blast and taken to the hospital in Sooraj’s truck. Later, a doctor announces that Kanchan is dead. Meanwhile, Sooraj gets a call from Sandhya. Are they going to meet now?
Episode 9 · Sandhya cremates her parents
While Sooraj is busy with his wedding preparations, the doctor informs Ankur, Ankita and Sandhya about their parents' death. Later, the siblings cremate the their parents and Sandhya is disconsolate. Will all her dreams for a bright future crumble now?
Episode 10 · The missing bride
During the preparations for the wedding, Bhabho and Sooraj share an emotional moment. Later, the family leaves for Ajmer. On reaching the venue, they are shocked to find out that the bride is missing! What a disgrace! How will they accept this humiliation?
Episode 11 · Sooraj Consoles Bhabo
Santosh curses the bride’s family for tarnishing their reputation. Later, when Meenakshi offers her food, she refuses to eat. While a heartbroken Sooraj tries to make peace with himself, Sandhya asks Ankur to face the situation with courage.
Episode 12 · The neighbours tease Santosh
Sooraj consoles Santosh that the marriage broke for his good as the bride must have been in love with someone else. Later, in a bid to pep him up, Santosh allows Sooraj to open his shop. Meanwhile, Ankur pledges that he will take over his father's responsibilities.
Episode 13 · Ankur under pressure
The neighbourhood women tease Sooraj and Santosh about the broken marriage. Infuriated, Santosh tells them that she will get her son married just in 15 days time! Meanwhile, Ankur is shocked to hear that his junior is being sent to the US instead of him. Will he take up a desperate step now?
Episode 14 · Row over Sandhya's marriage
Ankur is worried as he does not want to miss an opportunity to work in the US. Later, he tells Ankita that he wants to get rid of all his responsibilities by marrying Sandhya off in 15 days. Is he being selfish? What lies in store for Sandhya?
Episode 15 · Sandhya accuses Ankur
Sandhya overhears Ankur talking to Ankita about her marriage. Meanwhile, Santosh asks Kisna to find a match for Sooraj and promises her an expensive gift. Later, Ankita has a fight with Ankur. She too thinks he is being too hasty. In this haste, will Ankur find the right boy for Sandhya?
Episode 16 · Ankur meets Kisna
Kisna informs Ankur that Sandhya cannot marry Sooraj as his family is not looking for an educated girl. Meanwhile, Sandhya accuses Ankur of treating her as a burden. Will that change Ankur’s mind? Or will he go ahead with his decision to free himself from this burden?
Episode 17 · Ankur calls Sandhya selfish
Kisna persuades Ankur to consider an alliance between Sandhya and Sooraj. She brainwashes him and tells him to lie to Sooraj’s family. Meanwhile, Ankur calls Sandhya selfish for not letting Ankita go with him! What will Sandhya do now?
Episode 18 · Ankur visits Sooraj's shop
Kisna informs Santosh that Ankur will be coming to their house to see Sooraj. Ankur visits Sooraj’s shop to buy sweets and gets baffled by the narrow-mindedness of his family. Will he still want Sooraj to marry Sandhya?
Episode 19 · Santosh meets Sandhya
Kisna hides Sandhya’s educational qualifications from Santosh. Later, Santosh meets Sandhya and asks her if she can handle household work. Household work? Has Sandhya ever done any? Is she going to let go of her dream career?
Episode 20 · Sandhya agrees to marry Sooraj
After Sandhya's approval, Santosh declares that Sooraj's marriage has been fixed. While Kisna is elated about the happy ending of her ploy, Meenakshi is not that joyful. What is the reason?
Episode 21 · Santosh plans grand arrangements for Sooraj's marriage
Santosh shares her happiness with Sooraj. Santosh instructs everyone to do grand arrangements for the marriage as she wants everyone to be jealous. Family members play with Sooraj and tell him that the bride is not good looking. Sooraj recognizes Sandhya as he sees her photograph. Sandhya leaves for her exam after her pre marital ritual.
Episode 22 · Sooraj’s Pre-marital Rituals
Santosh performs Sooraj's pre-marital rituals. While Sandhya struggles to finish her exam on time, Santosh asks Meenakshi to pay a quick visit to Sandhya's house to check if everything is fine. What excuse will Ankur come up with regarding Sandhya?
Episode 23 · Sooraj Leaves To Marry Sandhya
When Sandhya saves Santosh’s pride in front of the guests, it impresses her. As Sandhya gets set to marry Sooraj, she apologises to her parents for not fulfilling their dream. Sooraj leaves with his family for the marriage but is he ready to welcome Sandhya into his life?
Episode 24 · Ankita's Fallacy Breaks
After Sooraj arrives at the marriage hall with his family, Chaturi reveals in front of Ankita that Sooraj is not a MBA graduate. Will Ankita ask Ankur for a clarification?
Episode 25 · Sooraj And Sandhya Get Married
Sooraj gets married to Sandhya. At the time of the marriage rituals, Sooraj promises to take care of Sandhya for the rest of his life but what is going on in Sandhya’s mind?
Episode 26 · Flood in Sooraj’s House
During the marriage rituals, Sandhya drops the apology letter that she wrote to her father in the fire. Later, Sooraj's family members panic when they find their house flooded with water. Will Santosh welcome the newlywed couple to her house?
Episode 27 · Santosh Welcomes Sandhya
Santosh welcomes Sandhya to her new house. Meenakshi and Chhavi tease Sandhya as Sooraj is waiting for her in his room. Due to the bad state of Santosh’s room, Babasahab and Santosh cannot sleep there. Where will they sleep?
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