Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav has been granted interim suspension of sentence till March 18, 2026, by the Delhi High Court in connection with multiple cheque bounce cases. The court noted his partial repayment of dues and allowed temporary release, citing his request to attend a family wedding.
The Delhi High Court has provided temporary relief to actor Rajpal Yadav, who was serving a sentence in seven cheque dishonour cases amounting to nearly ₹9 crore. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma suspended his sentence until March 18, 2026, paving the way for his release from Tihar Jail.
The court observed that Yadav had already deposited ₹1.5 crore with the complainant company, Murali Projects Pvt Ltd, and sought interim relief to attend a family wedding. He has been directed to furnish a bail bond of ₹1 lakh, surrender his passport, and remain present either physically or via video conferencing during the next hearing.
The order comes after repeated delays in repayment, with the court emphasizing that compliance with financial obligations remains critical.
Major Takeaways
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Delhi High Court suspended Rajpal Yadav’s sentence till March 18, 2026
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Actor lodged in Tihar Jail over seven cheque bounce cases worth nearly ₹9 crore
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Court noted repayment of ₹1.5 crore to complainant company
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Interim relief granted to allow attendance at a family wedding
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Bail bond of ₹1 lakh and surety required for release
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Passport surrendered; actor barred from leaving India without permission
Conclusion
The interim suspension of sentence offers temporary relief to Rajpal Yadav but underscores the seriousness of cheque dishonour cases. The court’s order balances compassion with accountability, ensuring that repayment obligations remain central while granting the actor limited freedom for personal reasons.
Sources: The Hindu, LiveMint, The Economic Times, India Today