Why is Rajpal Yadav serving a jail sentence?

Rajpal Yadav is serving a six-month jail sentence in connection with a cheque bounce case from 2010.

What happened in the Delhi High Court hearing on February 12, 2026?

On February 12, 2026, the Delhi High Court heard Rajpal Yadav's bail plea and directed the complainant to file a response, adjourning the matter to Monday.

What is the background of Rajpal Yadav's cheque bounce case?

The case dates back to 2010 when Rajpal Yadav borrowed Rs 5 crore for his film 'Ata Pata Laapata', which later failed financially, leading to legal proceedings.

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Rajpal Yadav's Bail Plea Adjourned Amidst Jail Sentence

12 Feb

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Summary

Actor Rajpal Yadav is serving a six-month sentence in a cheque bounce case.
Delhi High Court sought a response from the complainant on Yadav's bail plea.
The case stems from a 2010 loan of Rs 5 crore for a film that failed.

Rajpal Yadav's Bail Plea Adjourned Amidst Jail Sentence

Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav is currently serving a six-month prison sentence after surrendering to Tihar Jail on February 5, 2026. This follows the dismissal of his plea in a long-pending cheque bounce case initiated in 2010.

The Delhi High Court heard Yadav's bail application on February 12, 2026. The court requested the complainant to submit a response to the actor's plea. The matter has been adjourned to Monday, when it will be further considered.