Actor Rajpal Yadav, known for his popular comic roles and last seen in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, is in the news for a serious legal setback. On Thursday, the actor surrendered at Delhi’s Tihar Jail after a court order in a long-running cheque bounce case. The case is linked to his 2010 directorial film Ata Pata Laapata.
The development came after the Delhi High Court rejected Rajpal Yadav’s final plea for more time to arrange money. With no relief granted, the court asked him to surrender immediately. This marked the end of a legal battle that had followed the actor for more than a decade, ever since the film failed at the box office.
Rajpal Yadav Breaks Down Before Surrender
Just before surrendering, Rajpal Yadav appeared emotionally shaken. According to reports, the actor struggled to control his emotions while speaking about his financial condition and loneliness during the crisis.
As quoted by News X, the Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 actor said, “Sir, kya karoon? Mere paas paise nahin hain. Aur koi upaay nahin dikhta… Sir, yahan hum sab akele hain. There are no friends. I have to deal with this crisis on my own. (Sir, what should I do? I don’t have the money. I see no other way… Sir, here we are all alone.)”
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The statement quickly went viral on social media. Many users expressed sympathy for the actor, while others pointed out that the case had been pending for several years.
Rajpal Yadav’s Cheque Bounce Case Explained
The Rajpal Yadav cheque bounce case dates back to 2010. The actor borrowed Rs 5 crore from Murali Projects Pvt Ltd to finance Ata Pata Laapata. The film marked his debut as a director but failed to impress audiences and underperformed at the box office.
After the losses, Rajpal Yadav reportedly faced serious financial trouble. He issued several cheques to repay the loan. However, these cheques bounced, leading the production house to file a case under the Negotiable Instruments Act.
In April 2018, a Magistrate’s Court convicted Rajpal Yadav and his wife under Section 138 of the Act. Both were sentenced to six months in jail. Although the actor challenged the verdict and moved to higher courts, the case continued for years. During this time, interest and penalties reportedly pushed the total outstanding amount to nearly Rs 9 crore.
Rajpal did repay some of the amount over time, including Rs 75 lakh in 2025. Despite this, the court observed repeated delays and missed deadlines. The judiciary also noted a “lack of seriousness” in resolving the issue.
On February 4, 2026, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma rejected Rajpal Yadav’s final request for a one-week extension. The court stated that repeated leniency could not be allowed, regardless of a person’s public image, and ordered the actor to surrender without further delay.
Talking about his work front, Rajpal Yadav will appear in Akshay Kumar’s upcoming films like Bhooth Bangla and Welcome To The Jungle.
