Rajpal Yadav once used to feed 20–22 struggling actors at home, including Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Renowned actor Rajpal Yadav recently surrendered himself at Tihar Jail amid a Rs 9 crore cheque bounce case. On February 12, the court adjourned the bail hearing to next week and ordered the complainant to respond. Amid all this, a video is currently going viral on the internet, featuring Nawazuddin Siddiqui talking about how everyone once was fully dependent on Rajpal in struggling days.

Rajpal Yadav used to host 20-22 actors during struggling days

Nawazuddin once graced his appearance at The Kapil Sharma Show Season 2 and opened up about his bond with versatile actor Rajpal Yadav. He recalled how the Hera Pheri actor was the first one to get a project. Due to this, many struggling actors, including Nawazuddin, was depended on him.



He couldn't stop laughing and shared, “Rajpal started getting work almost immediately after he arrived. And I think, among the 20–22 of us actors, he was the one who got the most work. The rest of us barely had any. So whenever we discussed dinner plans, we’d say, ‘Let’s go to Rajpal’s place - he’s earning.’ At Rajpal’s house, the stove would be lit in the morning, and cooking would continue till night. Five or six actors would be there, someone peeling onions, someone chopping vegetables."

For the unversed, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Rajpal Yadav's friendship all started long before they became known faces in Bollywood. Both of them trained together at Bharatendu Natya Academy in Lucknow and later at the National School of Drama in New Delhi.

More about Rajpal Yadav's cheque bounce case

Rajpal Yadav has been sent to jail following an order by the Delhi High Court in a cheque bounce case. The court had earlier directed him to surrender before any further hearing could take place. The case relates to repeated violations of promises made to repay settlement money to a complainant company.


During the hearing, Yadav’s senior lawyer told the court that the actor was ready to deposit Rs 25 lakh immediately. He also said that both sides had informally agreed on a schedule to clear the remaining amount. However, the court refused to grant relief, pointing out that Yadav had already been ordered to surrender on February 4, 2026.

Justice Sharma observed that since the actor had not followed the earlier surrender order, he would only be heard after turning himself in. Following the court’s remarks, Yadav surrendered at Tihar Jail on February 5. The court stated that he can file a fresh application as per the law after surrendering. Meanwhile, several members of the film industry have come forward to support him during this difficult time. Recently, filmmaker Priyadarshan also talked about the actor's jail term and shared that he is going to increase his fees during such a difficult time. Stay tuned!