Rajpal Yadav Jailed: Actor's Nepotism Views Resurface Amidst Legal Troubles

• Veteran actor Rajpal Yadav surrendered at Tihar Jail on February 5, 2026, to serve a six-month sentence.
• The Delhi High Court rejected his plea for more time in a cheque bounce and loan default case dating back to 2010.
• The legal issues stem from unpaid dues related to his production venture Ata Pata Laapata, with liabilities close to Rs 9 crore.
• An old interview where Yadav spoke against nepotism in Bollywood has resurfaced, adding irony to his current situation.
• Yadav argued that success in the industry is determined by talent and audience, not family connections, citing examples like Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar.