The , episode of Choti Sarrdaarni is widely considered one of the most pivotal and darker chapters in the show's early history, as it concludes the tragic fate of Manav and cements Kulwant Kaur as a formidable antagonist. Plot Summary: The Death of Manav

While a broken Meher is left haunted by the echoes of Manav's final moments, Kulwant remains cold and calculated. She moves swiftly to secretly dispose of Manav's body and erase all traces of his existence to hide the truth from the village and her family.

The episode is noted for strong character portrayals, particularly Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia's performance as Meher during her most vulnerable moment.

This event sets the stage for the primary conflict of the series—Meher being pregnant with her murdered lover's child while being coerced by her mother into marrying Sarabjit Singh Gill , a widowed politician. Critical Review & Audience Reception

This episode (Episode 36 according to some logs) marks a gruesome turning point for the protagonist, Meher.

Watch the highlights of the shocking moments where Kulwant disposes of Manav's body:

Reviewers on IMDb have mixed feelings about the show's direction. While some describe it as "captivating" and "outstanding" for its engaging storyline, others find the character of Kulwant Kaur to be "the worst nightmare," making the show feel overly dramatic.

At the time, Choti Sarrdaarni was highly popular, frequently topping TRP charts due to its unconventional plot and the chemistry between the leads.