Rajpal Yadav Secures Bail Extension in Cheque Bounce Case
Rajpal Yadav Receives Court Relief
Rajpal Yadav has been granted a reprieve by the Delhi High Court concerning a cheque bounce case involving Rs 9 crore. The court has extended his interim bail until April 1. Following the hearing, Yadav expressed his confidence in the judicial process during a media interaction. His attorney, S K Sharma, has shared insights into Yadav's strategy for the upcoming hearing, indicating that the actor is not inclined towards a settlement and is prepared to present his arguments.
Insights from Rajpal Yadav’s Lawyer
During a media briefing, S K Sharma, Yadav’s lawyer, mentioned that the court inquired whether the actor wished to pursue a settlement. Despite having spent three months in jail related to this civil case, Yadav has opted to contest the matter instead. Sharma emphasized that Yadav is determined to argue his case in the April 1 hearing, as the current issue falls under criminal jurisdiction due to section 138 of the BNS being invoked against him.
#WATCH | Delhi: On Actor Rajpal Yadav’s Case, Counsel, Complainant against Actor Rajpal Yadav, S K Sharma says, "The court asked Rajpal Yadav if he wants to complete the settlement or not. Rajpal Yadav said that he does not want to settle and wants to argue on his application. 1… pic.twitter.com/8G8U7umV4M
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Rajpal Yadav's Statement
In his first remarks after the court session, Rajpal Yadav stated, “The next hearing is on April 1. I have complete faith in the judicial system of India. Dudh ka dudh aur pani ka pani nikalne ki puri koshish karenge.” His lawyer informed the court that a regular bail application had been submitted, and the judge noted that a sufficient amount had been credited to the complainant's account, leading to the relief granted to the actor known for his role in Bhool Bhulaiyaa.
About Rajpal Yadav
With over two decades in the film industry, Rajpal Yadav has starred in numerous memorable Hindi films, including Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Chup Chup Ke, and Phir Hera Pheri. Following news of his legal troubles, several Bollywood figures, such as Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn, have offered financial assistance. Yadav was initially granted interim bail until March 18 and had to report to Tihar Jail in February 2025. Now released, he has resumed his work and is set to appear in the upcoming film Bhooth Bangla alongside Akshay Kumar and Tabu. Stay tuned for further updates!