Rajpal Yadav Cheque-Bounce Case Live: Delhi High Court grants actor interim bail till March 18

Ahead of Rajpal Yadav's bail news, actor Sonu Sood took to social media to share a hopeful update, thanking fans for their constant prayers and support. “Because of your prayers and unwavering support, the wait is almost over. Time to get ready, the laughter you’ve been missing is about to return to the screen. Stay tuned,” he wrote, hinting at positive developments ahead. In another post, he added in Hindi, “दुआओं में बड़ा असर होता है। जल्द अच्छी खबर देते हैं,” further reassuring followers that good news is on the way.

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma passed the order and said, "We are granting you an interim suspension of sentence... It is till the next date of hearing." Rajpal Yadav sought suspension of his sentence on the ground of a marriage in his family on February 19.

Actor Rajpal Yadav has been granted interim bail till March 18 to enable him to attend his niece’s wedding in Shahjahanpur. His counsel informed the Delhi High Court that a demand draft of Rs 1.5 crore has been deposited in the respondent’s bank account. The court directed Yadav to surrender his passport and listed the cheque-bounce case for further hearing on March 18.

Actor Rajpal Yadav has consistently maintained that the money involved in the cheque bounce case was not a personal loan but an investment. In an interview with The Lallantop, Rajpal said multiple allegations had been levelled against him, including claims of fraud and taking a loan, all of which he has denied. He clarified that the cheque in question was a security cheque linked to an investment, pointing out that he never paid any interest on the amount. Rajpal further explained that he had received Rs 5 crore from businessman Madhav Gopal Agarwal as a film investment, stating that the financer wanted to launch his grandson as the lead actor, and added that the matter is still pending in court, for which he expressed faith in the judicial process.

As per an update by Bar And Bench, the Delhi High Court has deferred the hearing until 3 PM. The court was informed that Yadav has arranged Rs 1.5 crore, of which Rs 25 lakh is currently available with him, and Rs 75 lakh has already been paid earlier. The High Court has directed that a demand draft (DD) be prepared and produced before the court. The hearing has been adjourned until 3 PM, and if Rajpal Yadav succeeds in arranging the amount by then, the High Court may consider granting him interim bail.

PTI reported that during the bail hearing of Rajpal Yadav's cheque-bounce case on February 12, in the Rs 9 crore cheque bounce case, the Delhi High Court pulled up the actor, saying he was in jail because he failed to honour the commitments he made before the court about repaying the dues. The bench observed that despite assurances and multiple appearances in court, Yadav did not follow through on the payment commitments. Because of this failure to comply with his undertakings, the High Court adjourned his bail hearing and noted that the actor must complete his surrender and serve the sentence imposed earlier in the matter. The next hearing on his bail application has been scheduled for February 16.

Rajpal Yadav once shared how his wife Radha adapted to his family and village life with ease and said, "When my wife first came to the village, I never asked her to wear a saree. Just as I speak with my mother, she speaks with her the same way. She learned the village language. One day I returned home and saw her sitting with her head covered because that’s the custom there. She visits the village during Holi and Diwali and no one can tell that she knows five languages. I had no role in these adjustments." The actor added, "After my gurus and parents, if anyone has stood by me like a backbone, it is my wife."

Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui shares a long-standing bond with Rajpal Yadav, with their friendship spanning over three decades and tracing back to their days at the National School of Drama. In a past interview, Nawazuddin shared, "When Rajpal was getting good work, he would feed a lot of people. He supported us when we were struggling in the industry. Not once did he back out from helping. He has helped many struggling actors. His house was like a langar—anybody could walk in and eat. He jokes a lot, but in reality, he is a very sensitive human being."

Rajpal Yadav’s manager Goldie Jain was asked whether the actor had sought help from his co-actors before surrendering in Tihar, Goldie refused to comment on it. He said, “I would not like to comment on this.” Goldie added, “The industry stands fully behind them, which is to be commended. Everyone has made commitments, but transactions like this don’t happen overnight.”

Rajpal Yadav's manager, Goldie Jain, shared earlier, "Out of Rs 5 crores so far, Rs 2.5 crores have been given; see what the court decides on Monday."

Actor Gurmeet Choudhary too had expressed his reaction on Rajpal Yadav's case and had shared via X, "It breaks my heart to see a senior, immensely talented artist like Rajpal Yadav ji going through such a painful phase. He has given us countless smiles, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Today, he needs us. As a fellow actor and as a human being, I am stepping forward to help in whatever way I can. I humbly request all producers, directors, and members of our film fraternity—let’s come together, with compassion and humanity, and find a solution. Our industry is a family. And family does not abandon its own."

Fact check: A video circulating on social media, claiming that actor Rajpal Yadav thanked Salman Khan after his recent release, is misleading. The clip is not recent and actually dates back to 2018, when Rajpal Yadav reacted after Salman Khan was granted bail in the Black Buck poaching case. Many recent posts on social media confirmed that the video is being shared out of context, falsely linking it to current events.

Rajpal Yadav's wife, Radha Yadav, has provided updates on the case and the actor’s current condition. Refuting rumours that he’s already been released from prison, Radha revealed that he remains in jail and will continue to do so till he is granted bail. READ MORE