Boxer-turned-actor Vijender Singh has extended support to Rajpal Yadav by offering him a role in his upcoming film, joining other Bollywood figures aiding the actor during his legal troubles. Yadav is currently in Tihar Jail following a court order in a long-standing cheque bounce case linked to a Rs 9 crore debt. The gesture highlights industry solidarity as Yadav faces challenges from a failed 2010 directorial project.
Rajpal Yadav surrendered at Tihar Jail on February 5, 2026, after the Delhi High Court rejected his plea for more time to repay dues in a cheque bounce case. The case stems from 2010, when Yadav borrowed Rs 5 crore from Murali Projects Pvt. Ltd. to finance his directorial debut, Ata Pata Laapata. The film underperformed at the box office, leading to financial struggles and bounced cheques for repayment. The debt reportedly escalated to Rs 9 crore over time. In 2018, a magistrate's court sentenced him to six months in jail under Section 138 for cheque dishonour, a verdict upheld by higher courts. The High Court had suspended the sentence and granted time to settle, but Yadav failed to comply, prompting the surrender directive. The next hearing is scheduled for February 16, 2026.
Amid these developments, several industry members have rallied to support Yadav. Vijender Singh announced on X (formerly Twitter) on February 15, 2026: "I respect true talent. @rajpalofficial has given a lot to Indian cinema. He’s brought a smile to our faces through various characters. I invite Rajpal Yadav to be a part of my next film, which is written and directed by @thesanjusaini, and we want to support him at this time." Filmmaker Sanju Saini reposted, stating, "We love to see @rajpalofficial Sir on our set. Thanks @boxervijender bhaisaab… Ye support sirf Rajpal Yadav sir ko hi nhi, humari film ko bhi bada kregi… thanks a lot bhaisaab."
Sonu Sood was among the first to offer help, providing a role in his film with a signing amount adjustable against future work. He wrote on Instagram: "Rajpal Yadav is a gifted actor who has given years of unforgettable work to our industry... This is how we show we are more than just an industry." Others include Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, Gurmeet Choudhary, and Mika Singh offering financial assistance; Priyadarshan hiking Yadav's fees for an upcoming project; and Guru Randhawa featuring him in a music video with advance payment. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) also appealed for industry support during this challenging phase.