

Meenakshi wishes to marry Mahadev, who informs her that he is already married to Parvati and grants her a boon. While Parvati apologises to Mahadev for being jealous, a dejected Kartikay leaves for Kritika Lok alone.

Kartikay visits the Kritika Lok but gets upset when they treat him as Senapati instead of their son. Tare challenges Kartikay to a fight. Kartikay accepts and kills Tare. Mahadev accuses Kartikay of cruelty.

Kartikay is tormented by the killing and vows not to engage in any fights without Mahadev’s permission. Meanwhile, Tarakasur’s father assigns Mahishasur to kill Kartikay. Mahishasur sets out to kill Kartikay but becomes fascinated by Parvati’s beauty.

Mahishasur misbehaves with Parvati, who become furious and assumes the form of Mahishasur Mardini. She kills Mahishasur and apologises to Mahadev for her deeds. Mahadev, Brahma, Vishnu, Lakshmi, and Narad Muni praise Parvati.

Kartikay shares his feelings with Nandi and requests him to keep it a secret. Indradev dreams about Kartikay occupying his throne. Kartikay decides to set out in search of truth. Mahadev advises Kartikay to introduce himself to the Nav Durgas.