Rajpal Yadav Secures Interim Bail in Cheque Bounce Matter, Family Expresses Relief

Rajpal Yadav Gets Interim Bail in ₹9 Crore Cheque Bounce Case; Brother Expresses Hope

Actor Rajpal Yadav has secured interim bail till March 18 in the ₹9 crore cheque bounce case, bringing temporary relief to his family. The order was passed by the Delhi High Court on Monday, days after the actor surrendered and was sent to Tihar Jail in connection with the decade-old financial dispute.

Brother Reacts: ‘Ache Din Aane Wale Hain’

Outside the court, Rajpal’s brother Chandrapal Yadav spoke briefly to reporters, expressing gratitude and optimism. Folding his hands, he said, “Humme kisi se koi shikayat nahi hai… Jo bhi din the woh humare din the, ab humare ache din aane wale hain.”

Translated, he said, “We have no complaints. Whatever days we had were ours. Now, better days are ahead.” When asked about the case and support from the film industry, he declined to comment further, saying that Rajpal himself would address those questions. Reports indicate that the actor may soon hold a press conference to speak about the matter.

What the Court Said

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma granted interim bail subject to conditions, including a ₹1 lakh bail bond and one surety. During the hearing, the court had directed Rajpal to deposit ₹1.5 crore by 3 PM as part of the interim relief process. After the complainant’s counsel confirmed that the amount had been deposited in the company’s account against the bounced cheques, the court allowed his release. The next hearing is scheduled for March 18, by which time the actor is expected to arrange payment of the remaining dues.

Background of the Case

The case traces back to 2010 when Rajpal borrowed ₹5 crore from Murali Projects Pvt Ltd to finance his directorial debut, Ata Pata Laapata. The film released in 2012 but failed commercially, leading to repayment issues. In 2018, a magisterial court convicted Rajpal and his wife Radha under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act after seven cheques issued by the actor bounced. He was sentenced to six months of simple imprisonment. The conviction was upheld by a Sessions Court, following which he approached the Delhi High Court.

In 2024, the High Court had suspended his sentence and directed him to take sincere steps to clear the dues, which had escalated to ₹9 crore. However, earlier this month, the court observed that he had repeatedly breached undertakings to repay the amount and directed him to surrender.