On August 22, 2024, the television drama Mera Balam Thanedaar took its viewers on an emotional journey filled with guilt, secrets, and heartfelt confessions. The episode begins with Vaayu informing Sulakshana that Dr. Jain will be responsible for performing Bulbul’s surgery. Vaani, upon hearing the doctor’s name, becomes excited, indicating the high regard the characters have for Dr. Jain’s expertise.
The atmosphere is tense as the doctor informs Varadha that Bulbul is out of danger, bringing a wave of relief. Veer, deeply grateful, thanks the doctor. However, the relief is short-lived, as it is revealed that Veer is struggling with intense guilt. When Bulbul regains consciousness, Veer sends his father, Varadha, to meet her. Bulbul, still disoriented, immediately inquires about Veer. She is worried that he might have discovered her real age, a secret she has been hiding.
Varadha, unsure of how to respond, tells Bulbul that Veer has been acting strangely. He recounts how Veer removed his police uniform, declaring that he no longer deserved to wear it. This behavior baffles Varadha, who is unaware of the full extent of Veer’s inner turmoil. Bulbul, however, understands. She realizes that Veer is likely blaming himself for her injury. This realization only adds to her distress as she believes that Veer is hurting himself because of her.
Veer, struggling with his emotions, enters the room. Bulbul gently asks him if he is angry with her, to which Veer responds that he is angry with himself. He believes that his mistake led to her being shot, and the thought of losing her haunts him. His guilt is so overwhelming that he feels unworthy of his position as an IPS officer. Bulbul, seeing Veer’s anguish, tries to reassure him. She tells him that quitting his job will not help and urges him to rest. She reminds him that as his wife, she can endure the pain, but she cannot bear to see him give up on his passion. Veer, touched by her words, promises her that he will not sacrifice his career because of what happened.
As the situation begins to calm down, Varadha feels relieved, believing that everything is slowly being set right by fate. Meanwhile, Veer, still troubled, meets with a nurse to request a meeting with Dr. Jain. The nurse, however, informs him that Dr. Jain does not meet anyone before surgery, as he prefers to speak with the family only after the operation. Despite this, Veer expresses his desire to meet the doctor, especially since he is the one who performed surgery on his wife.
In another part of the hospital, Dr. Jain is reviewing Bulbul’s medical report. He discovers a critical detail: Bulbul is underaged. This revelation concerns him, and he decides to meet Veer to discuss the situation. However, Bulbul, anxious about the doctor revealing her secret, asks the nurse if she can speak with Dr. Jain herself.
When Dr. Jain finally meets Bulbul, he reassures her that he has not disclosed her real age to Veer. Curious, he asks why she has kept this secret, warning her that it could have serious implications for Veer’s career. Bulbul confesses that her father was the one who lied about her age, driven by his own greed, and now she is paying the price for it. Touched by their love story, Dr. Jain promises to keep her secret, although the situation makes him uneasy.
The tension escalates when Sulakshana arrives to check on Bulbul. Dr. Jain, noticing her presence, becomes anxious and hurriedly wears a mask to conceal his identity. Sulakshana, unaware of his discomfort, thanks him profusely for saving Bulbul’s life. Bulbul, observing the doctor’s odd behavior, is left wondering what might have caused him to react that way upon seeing her mother-in-law.
After Sulakshana leaves, Dr. Jain instructs the nurse not to allow anyone into his cabin, except for Veer. He intends to discuss Bulbul’s report with him privately, aware of the potential consequences if the truth comes out. Meanwhile, Bulbul remains deeply worried about her age being discovered. When Veer notices her anxiety, he asks her what’s troubling her. Bulbul, not wanting to reveal the real reason, lies to him, saying that she is worried about the scar left by the surgery. Veer, in an attempt to comfort her, tells her that the scar only enhances her beauty. Bulbul, touched by his words, looks at him with admiration, although her heart is still heavy with the weight of her secret.
The episode concludes with a mix of emotions. While Bulbul and Veer share a tender moment, the underlying tension of unresolved issues lingers. The episode not only highlights the emotional struggles of the characters but also sets the stage for future developments, as the truth about Bulbul’s age continues to loom over their lives, threatening to unravel everything they hold dear.
Episode ends.