Ep 7. The Two Mrs. Nahasapeemapetilons

The Simpsons season 9 episode 7, The Two Mrs. Nahasapeemapetilons, begins with Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, the owner of the local convenience store, facing pressure from his traditional Indian family to wed an arranged bride. Despite reservations, Apu agrees and fulfills his duty by marrying Manjula, a beautiful and intelligent woman. However, when Manjula discovers that Apu had previously agreed to marry another woman, she becomes upset and insecure, leading to tension in their marriage.

Meanwhile, Homer Simpson and Marge Simpson are struggling to spice up their own marriage and decide to attend a counseling session. During the session, the therapist suggests that Marge tries to be more like the "other woman," leading Marge to adopt a sultry and provocative persona.

As the episode progresses, Apu's secret marriage is exposed, and he is forced to deal with the consequences of his actions. The situation becomes even more complicated when Manjula decides to leave Apu, but he vows to win her back and make things right. Meanwhile, Marge's new persona causes her to attract unwanted attention from Homer's co-worker, leading to hilarious hijinks and misunderstandings.

The Two Mrs. Nahasapeemapetilons is a strong episode that explores themes of tradition, love, and the complexities of maintaining a healthy marriage. The episode also features stellar voice acting from the cast, including Hank Azaria as Apu and Tress MacNeille as Manjula. Overall, the episode delivers laughs and heartwarming moments in equal measure, making it a standout entry in The Simpsons' extensive catalog of episodes.