Actor Rajpal Yadav Faces Legal Trouble Over 2010 Film’s Bounced Cheque

Actor Rajpal Yadav faces significant legal trouble stemming from financial issues related to his 2010 film, Ata Pata Laapata. Recently, he surrendered at Delhi’s Tihar Jail following a court order associated with bounced cheques.

Background of the Legal Trouble

Yadav’s troubles began when he borrowed ₹5 crore from Murali Projects Pvt Ltd to finance his film. Unfortunately, the project did not succeed at the box office, leading to severe financial strain for Yadav. This situation made it challenging for him to repay the loan, resulting in several bounced cheques.

Legal Proceedings and Conviction

• In April 2018, a Magistrate’s Court convicted Yadav and his wife under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act.
• They received a six-month prison sentence due to the bounced cheques.
• Yadav’s appeals against the verdict took years, causing the outstanding amount to rise to nearly ₹9 crore.

The actor made partial repayments, including ₹75 lakh in 2025. However, failure to meet court-imposed deadlines resulted in increased scrutiny from the judiciary regarding his commitment to resolving the financial issues.

Recent Court Ruling

On February 4, 2026, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma denied Yadav’s final plea for a one-week extension to arrange funds. The court emphasized that leniency could not continue indefinitely, regardless of public profile.

Support from Celebrities

As Yadav navigates this crisis, fellow actors and politicians have stepped up to offer assistance. Sonu Sood proposed a film role and a signing amount to support Yadav, emphasizing that this gesture is not charity, but rather an attempt to restore dignity.

• Tej Pratap Yadav: The president of the Jan Shakti Janata Dal announced financial assistance of ₹11 lakh to Yadav and his family.
• Gurmeet Choudhary: Expressed his sorrow over Yadav’s situation and called on the film industry to unite in support.

Choudhary stated, “Today, he needs us. As a fellow actor and as a human being, I am stepping forward to help in whatever way I can.”

Conclusion

Rajpal Yadav remains a beloved figure in Bollywood, known for bringing joy to audiences. His current legal troubles reflect the harsh realities of the film industry, yet many in the community are rallying for support. The hope is that these collective gestures will assist Yadav in overcoming his current challenges.