Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn Aid Rajpal Yadav in Rs 9-Crore Debt Case

In a heartwarming display of solidarity, Bollywood stars Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn, along with several others in the film industry, have pledged their support to actor Rajpal Yadav, who recently encountered significant legal difficulties. Yadav reported to Tihar Jail on February 5, 2026, after the Delhi High Court rejected his appeal for additional time in a long-standing Rs 9-crore cheque bounce case.

Support from the Industry

Rajpal Yadav’s situation caught the attention of numerous celebrities and prominent figures. His manager, Goldie, stated that filmmaker David Dhawan and his son Varun Dhawan expressed their willingness to assist financially. Previously, Sonu Sood and singer Guru Randhawa had also offered their help. Politician Tej Pratap Yadav, leader of the Jan Shakti Janata Dal, joined the list of supporters as well.

• Key Supporters:
  • Salman Khan
  • Ajay Devgn
  • Sonu Sood
  • Guru Randhawa
  • David Dhawan
  • Varun Dhawan
  • Tej Pratap Yadav
• Financial Support:
  • Rao Inderjeet Singh Yadav offered Rs 1.1 crore.

Goldie mentioned that many people have reached out to help Yadav, highlighting the industry’s readiness to assist during this challenging time. While she refrained from commenting on whether Yadav sought help before his surrender, she emphasized the unity displayed by the film community in his support.

Details of the Case

The legal challenges facing Rajpal Yadav stem from a loan of Rs 5 crore borrowed in 2010 from M/s Murali Projects Pvt Ltd. The funds were intended for his directorial debut, *Ata Pata Laapata*, which ultimately failed at the box office, incurring substantial financial losses. The outstanding debt ballooned to nearly Rs 9 crore due to accumulating interest and penalties, prompting Yadav to issue multiple cheques that were later dishonored, leading to criminal proceedings.

On February 2, 2026, the Delhi High Court ordered Yadav to surrender by February 4, expressing concern over his repeated failures to comply with earlier commitments. During the court proceedings, Yadav offered a demand draft of Rs 25 lakh and agreed to a new payment schedule, but the judge did not rescind the surrender request.

Conclusion

Rajpal Yadav, currently serving a six-month sentence, has seen an outpouring of support from the film industry while navigating these serious legal issues. His upcoming projects include Akshay Kumar’s horror comedy *Bhooth Bangla*, set for release on April 10, 2026.