In the latest episode of Karthika Deepam, Soundarya updates Anand Rao about his temple visit. She shared that she met the divine lady (who earlier made a prophecy about Deepa’s pregnancy). She revealed that the lady advised her to make
Karthik and
Deepa perform Santhanalakshmi vratham (a ritual performed during pregnancy). Both Anand Rao and Soundarya decide to get the couple perform the ritual.
Deepa is delighted to overhear the conversation.
Deepa updates Karthik about the same and shares her happiness. Karthik rages with anger and remains indifferent towards her. He leaves ignoring her.
Vihari meets Murali Krishna at his house to discuss about the disturbances in Deepa’s married life. He advised Murali Krishna to interfere and address their issues. Murali Krishna refuses to involve in this issue.
Soundarya pays a visit to Murali Krishna and family and invites Bhagyalakshmi and her mother Niladri for the Santhanalakshmi vratham. She finds Vihari there, learns that he is the only friend of Deepa and takes him home.
On the way home, Soundarya takes a mention of Deepa’s penchant for poetry. They mutually exchange compliments. They arrive at home. Deepa is overwhelmed on seeing Vihari.