Delhi High Court Reserves Verdict in Rajpal Yadav's Rs 9 Crore Debt Case, Actor Makes Emotional Plea The Delhi High Court has reserved its verdict in the long-standing legal dispute involving actor Rajpal Yadav, who faces a Rs 9 crore debt case. The actor, who was previously incarcerated in Tihar Jail over a cheque bounce case, made an emotional plea during the latest hearing, which took place on April 2. Despite multiple attempts to reach a settlement and sustained judicial intervention, the court could not resolve the matter, leading to the reservation of its judgment. The case, which has drawn significant public attention, centers on a financial dispute between Yadav and Murali Projects Pvt Ltd, a Delhi-based entity. The actor was initially convicted under the Negotiable Instruments Act in 2018 for dishonoring a cheque, resulting in a six-month jail sentence. This ruling was later upheld by a sessions court in 2019. Over time, the outstanding amount grew to nearly Rs 9 crore, primarily due to the failure of his 2012 film Ata Pata Laapata, which underperformed at the box office and led to significant financial losses. During the hearing, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, who presided over the case, expressed frustration with Yadav’s inconsistent stance on repaying the debt. The judge remarked, “I am not getting my answers. The undertaking said something else, and now you are saying something else,” highlighting the lack of clarity in the actor’s financial obligations. Advocate Avneet Singh Sikka, representing the complainant, argued that Yadav had already accepted his conviction and could not now avoid liability. He pointed out that a revision petition filed in 2024 was delayed by 1894 days without sufficient justification, further complicating the case.#delhi_high_court #rajpal_yadav #murali_projects_pvt_ltd #negotiable_instruments_act #tihar_jail
Priyadarshan reacts to Rajpal Yadav's jail term, calling him the ‘most innocent actor’ who fell into a ‘trap’ Rajpal Yadav was released from Tihar jail in February after being granted interim bail in the ₹9 crore cheque bounce case. The actor, who had been detained for over a year, was allowed temporary freedom until March 18, pending further legal proceedings. His lawyer confirmed that he had deposited the required amount in the complainant’s bank accounts, which led to the court’s decision to grant bail. In a public statement, filmmaker Priyadarshan expressed his support for Yadav, describing him as the “most innocent actor” he had ever encountered. He emphasized that Yadav’s situation was a result of being “trapped” in a legal dilemma, despite his integrity. “This guy was so innocent that he got into a trap,” Priyadarshan said. “If it had been someone else, so many people would not have come together to help him.” He highlighted the widespread support Yadav received, noting that numerous individuals and celebrities were willing to assist him due to their belief in his innocence. The case dates back to 2010, when Yadav borrowed ₹5 crore from Delhi-based Murali Projects Pvt Ltd to fund his directorial debut, Ata Pata Laapata (2012). The film’s commercial failure led to significant financial losses, sparking a dispute over the repayment of the loan. In 2018, a magisterial court convicted Yadav for cheque dishonour under the Negotiable Instruments Act, sentencing him to six months in prison. This ruling was upheld by a sessions court in 2019. Over time, the outstanding amount grew to nearly ₹9 crore, leading to his arrest. The Delhi High Court’s interim bail order came after a series of legal battles. Initially, the court had demanded ₹1.#sonu_sood #delhi_high_court #priyadarshan #rajpal_yadav #murali_projects_pvt_ltd
