Priyadarshan Breaks Silence on Rajpal Yadav’s Rs 9 Crore Case, Says ‘Lack of Education’ Led To Crisis
Actor Rajpal Yadav is currently facing difficult times. Known for his exceptional comic performances that have entertained audiences nationwide, the actor is presently lodged in jail in connection with a cheque-bounce matter. During this challenging period, Yadav has been receiving support from various colleagues in the film industry, with director Priyadarshan recently speaking out about the actor’s ongoing difficulties.
Yadav surrendered at Tihar Jail on February 5 following the Delhi High Court’s dismissal of his petition seeking additional time in a cheque bounce matter involving outstanding dues amounting to nearly Rs 9 crore.
Priyadarshan addresses Rajpal Yadav’s cheque bounce matter, cites ‘lack of education’ as cause
Director Priyadarshan, who has collaborated with Yadav on multiple commercially successful films including Bhool Bhulaiya, Bhagam Bhag, Chup Chup Ke, and De Dana Dan, shared his perspective on the situation.
Speaking with Mid-Day, the filmmaker revealed his awareness of Yadav’s monetary troubles and disclosed that he requested the producers of their recent collaboration to enhance the actor’s payment.
“I have known him for more than 20 years. I saw him for the first time in Jungle and was surprised by his performance. My first film with him was Malamaal Weekly, and after that, he has starred in most of my films. I told the producers (Jubilee Films) of my next film to pay Rajpal more than what he charges because of his situation. We want to save him. The producers have agreed. Rajpal plays the villain in my movie,” he said.
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Elaborating further, the director acknowledged his familiarity with Rajpal’s legal battle, which has continued for more than ten years. Describing Yadav as a “good soul,” the filmmaker attributed his predicament to inadequate education. “I knew about his problem. That’s why I kept signing Rajpal for every film. I pushed him in ad films too. The poor guy made a blunder because of his poor education. Rajpal is a good soul,” he said.
Film personalities extend financial assistance to Rajpal Yadav
Following the public disclosure of Yadav’s financial difficulties, members of the Bollywood fraternity have rallied behind him. While several personalities have publicly expressed their support, others have quietly contacted the actor to offer assistance.
Notable figures including Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, Sonu Sood, Guru Randhawa, Varun Dhawan, and politician Tej Pratap Yadav have stepped forward to help Rajpal Yadav.
Rajpal Yadav’s cheque-bounce matter: The details
The Delhi High Court will hear the bail plea on Monday (Feb 14). The actor is in the Tihar Jail over a Rs 9 crore loan default and cheque bounce case. As per the reports, the legal troubles started in 2010 when Yadav borrowed Rs 5 crore from M/s Murali Projects Pvt Ltd for his directorial debut, Ata Pata Laapata. The film failed to earn numbers at the box office. As per the actor’s lawyers, he has already paid Rs 2.5 crore.