Delhi HC grants relief to Rajpal Yadav in cheque bounce case

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday granted relief to actor Rajpal Yadav in a cheque bounce case, observing that a substantial portion of the outstanding dues had been cleared, as per reports.

The matter came up for hearing as Yadav’s interim bail was due to expire the same day. His counsel informed the court that a regular bail application had already been filed and highlighted payments made towards settling the liability.

The court was reportedly told that ₹4.25 crore had been paid to Murli Projects Private Limited, with an additional ₹25 lakh submitted through a demand draft during the hearing. Taking note of the payments, the court observed that a significant amount had been deposited and stated that Yadav would not be taken back into custody.

The case relates to a cheque dishonour dispute arising from financial transactions between the actor and the company. 

Further proceedings will continue as per schedule, with the next hearing listed for April 1.

During the hearing, Yadav outlined his position, reportedly stating that a 2016 decree had directed him to pay ₹10.40 crore. He told the court that he had previously paid ₹2 crore and, upon being unable to clear the remaining amount, had faced imprisonment.

He also referred to efforts made in 2018 to address the liability by presenting documents linked to a property valued at ₹28 crore. The court, however, cautioned him against making statements that could be used against him later.

The actor further argued that the financial dispute stemmed from a film project involving ₹22 crore, claiming that losses of around ₹17 crore had not been taken into account.

During the proceedings, the bench noted that multiple opportunities had been given to deposit the dues. It clarified that the matter could be closed upon full repayment, while leaving Yadav free to contest the case further if he so chooses.

Speaking to reporters after the hearing, Yadav said he had “full faith in the judicial system.”