The Indian entertainment industry rallies once more for Rajpal Yadav, with Gem Tunes Music owner Rawa Inderjeet Singh Yadav providing Rs 1.11 crore in financial assistance. This follows help from Sonu Sood and Tej Pratap Yadav, as the comedian grapples with a cheque bounce sentence.
Known for his comic genius in films like ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ and ‘Hungama’, Rajpal has entertained generations. But a 2010 loan default on his directorial debut ‘Ata Pata Laapata’ has led to his current predicament. The Rs 5 crore borrowing from a Delhi company spiraled into Rs 9 crore dues after the film tanked, cheques bounced, and legal action ensued under the Negotiable Instruments Act.
Delhi High Court, after repeated adjournments, denied further relief and directed Yadav to surrender at Tihar Jail for six months. In this dire situation, Singh’s intervention shines as a beacon of support.
Taking to Instagram, Singh explained, ‘Hearing about Rajpal’s pain via social media broke my heart. He’s not only a cinema icon but a wonderful person. Gem Tunes is donating Rs 1.11 crore. I urge every Indian to help his family—humanity demands it.’ He stressed that the industry functions as a family, standing firm in adversity.
This aid arrives amid growing calls for collective action. While it may not fully settle the debt, it offers Yadav breathing room to resolve matters. The episode highlights the vulnerabilities even stars face, prompting discussions on financial literacy in filmmaking.
Supporters hope this momentum will lead to a favorable outcome, allowing Rajpal Yadav to resume his career and continue delighting fans with his trademark humor.