Palak was navigating her own set of challenges. She had arrived in Kedarnath with a mix of excitement and dread. The production team had set up camp at a nearby lodge, and she was to partake in a dramatic scene that would unfold against the backdrop of the temple. Yet, her thoughts were consumed by Reyansh's success party that she had been forced to skip. As she adjusted the fabric of her saree, she felt a pang of jealousy mixed with familial love. Her mother’s insistence to attend the event had only amplified her insecurities.

“Palak, you need to deliver a strong performance today. Just focus,” the director reminded her, snapping her back to the present. With a determined nod, she resolved to make the most of this opportunity.