Actor Rajpal Yadav is still in custody in Tihar jail amid the ongoing legal battle over the cheque-bounce case, his wife Radha Yadav has confirmed. In a recent conversation with Bombay Times, Radha addressed the growing speculation that the actor has been released. The rumors intensified after an old video surfaced online, which showed Rajpal thanking Salman Khan, leading some to assume that he was relieved.
Rajpal Yadav is still in Tihar jail; Wife Radha brushes off release rumours: “We hope he comes out soon”
Rejecting the claims, Radha said, “As of now, he is not out of Tihar jail. The bail hearing is scheduled for Monday (February 16).” When asked about his well-being, he shared a brief but reassuring update. “As far as I understand, he is fine,” she said.
the family stands strong
Amid the legal turmoil, Radha insisted that the family has remained united. He expressed his gratitude for the concern shown by colleagues and fans, saying, “Our entire family is together at this time. We are grateful for the support and love we have been receiving from our fans and the film fraternity.”
There have also been reports that actors like Salman Khan, Sonu Sood and Ajay Devgan have stepped forward to help Rajpal clear his financial dues. However, Radha refrained from confirming any specific details.
“I can’t take any specific names right now, but I would just like to say that many people from the industry have come forward to support. I am not able to give names and figures at this stage,” she said cautiously.
legal matter
Rajpal’s legal troubles stemmed from a loan of Rs 5 crore taken for his directorial debut in 2010. address missing. Following the film’s poor performance at the box office, repayment issues led to a lengthy court battle. Over time, the outstanding amount including interest reportedly increased to around Rs 9 crore.
While the actor has deposited Rs 75 lakh so far, the court found that a significant portion remains outstanding, which led him to surrender recently and remain in custody.
hope for solution
Concluding on a hopeful note, Radha expressed confidence that the matter would be resolved soon. “We hope he comes out soon. That’s all I can say right now. Once Rajpalji comes out, he will be able to talk to you and the media and give more clarity on the matter.”
As the bail hearing approaches, the family awaits the court’s decision, while support continues to pour in from fans and industry colleagues.
