Juhi, Rhea's Hindi literature professor, suspects her of cheating in her term essay and fails her. Later, Rhea manipulates Arun, the hostel security guard, to get Juhi’s address.
Juhi and Neil’s relationship begins to fall through the cracks. Juhi and Rhea's rivalry becomes public after she deliberately humiliates Rhea in class. Rhea visits Juhi's house and meets Neil.
Juhi becomes increasingly suspicious about Rhea after she loses her wedding ring. She notices Rhea wearing her wedding ring and attacks her at the founder's day party. Neil and Juhi have a huge fight.
Juhi goes through emotional turmoil and seeks support from her parents. Anand pays a visit to Rhea. Rhea seduces Neil while Juhi is at her parents' anniversary party.