In a heartfelt revelation, actor Rajpal Yadav, who was recently released on interim bail from Tihar Jail to attend his niece’s wedding, noted that the greatest challenge during his incarceration was the emotional toll of being away from family. Emphasizing the importance of mental well-being, he maintained a positive outlook throughout his ordeal. Read on to know more in detail.

Rajpal Yadav recently secured an interim bail in the Rs 9 crore cheque bounce case from the Delhi High Court to attend his niece’s wedding in his hometown. The actor was serving his prison sentence in the Tihar jail. After his release, the actor opened up about the most difficult part of being in the prison. Let’s take a look at it.

Rajpal Yadav reflects on his time in jail

In conversation with the Hindustan Times, Rajpal Yadav opened up about his time in jail. He said, “The most difficult part was being away from my family. Beyond that, I accepted the routine. I would wake up early and focus on breathing exercises and maintaining mental balance.”

The actor added that the matter has been ongoing in the court for several years. He shared, “I believed it was right to handle it legally.” His wife, Radha, who was also part of the conversation, added, “Every possible legal and respectful option was explored. Sometimes resolution is not just about willingness; it also depends on timing.”Rajpal chimed in that after his release, he straightaway went to his niece’s wedding in Shahjahanpur and was “grateful” to be with his family. He said, “Being around loved ones in that moment meant a great deal after a difficult phase.”His wife added that the matter has not been resolved as of now; however, they are taking “one step at a time.”

Rajpal Yadav on his upcoming work commitments

Talking about his work commitments, Rajpal Yadav shared that the schedules might fluctuate temporarily; however, he will “resume work gradually and responsibly.” He concluded, saying, “Acting has been my life for many years, and I remain committed to it.”

More about the case

In short, Rajpal Yadav borrowed a loan of Rs 5 crore to finance his debut film, ‘Ata Pata Laapata’, in 2010. The film was released in 2012 but tanked at the box office. Due to this, the actor failed to repay the loan. Over the years, interest over the principal amount and with cheque bounce charges piled up, making it almost Rs 9 crore.

More about Rajpal Yadav

The actor is next set to star in ‘Bhooth Bangla’, starring Akshay Kumar; Ahmed Khan’s ‘Welcome to the Jungle’, and also a Priyadarshan film, co-starring Pankaj Tripathi.