Delhi High Court Orders Actor Rajpal Yadav to Surrender in Cheque-Bounce Case

The Delhi High Court has directed actor Rajpal Naurang Yadav to surrender before the concerned Jail Superintendent by February 4, 2026, in a cheque-bounce matter related to unpaid settlement amounts. The Court ended the previous suspension of sentence, citing repeated defaults on payments amounting to several crores of rupees.

The trial court had initially suspended the sentence in June 2024 to allow time for a negotiated settlement. However, the Court noted that Yadav failed to make meaningful payments despite assurances through demand drafts and instalments, prompting the High Court to revoke earlier leniency.

Cheque-Bounce Case Details

The case stems from cheque dishonour proceedings where Yadav had provided commitments regarding settlement payments. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma observed that the actor repeatedly breached these undertakings, and the Court had shown patience over a long period in expectation of compliance. Explanations citing technical or typographical issues with demand drafts were found unconvincing, as no corrective action was taken, and non-payment persisted.

The Delhi High Court allowed a limited window for surrender, taking into account that Yadav was reportedly working in Mumbai. The case is listed for February 5, 2026, when the Jail Superintendent will report whether Yadav complied with the surrender order.

Event Date / Period

Sentence suspended by trial court for settlement: June 2024
Deadline for Rajpal Yadav to surrender: February 4, 2026
Next Delhi High Court listing for compliance report: February 5, 2026