Rajpal Yadav has responded after students from Gurukul Seva Trust in Shahjahanpur voiced disappointment over not hearing back from him despite sending their savings during his legal troubles.
On February 21, over 40 children reportedly collected money from their personal allowances, filled a piggy bank, and mailed it to the actor’s ancestral village address in Kundra. The gesture was meant to show solidarity after Yadav was arrested in connection with a cheque-bounce case.
However, the students later expressed sadness that the actor had not acknowledged their effort or arranged to meet them.
Rajpal Yadav Says He Will Meet the Children
Speaking to PTI over the phone, Rajpal Yadav addressed the situation and said he had not yet had the opportunity to properly reconnect with family and supporters after his release.
“I am a person who believes in the guru tradition, and all those children are my own. I will definitely meet them, hug them and take photographs with them,” he said.
He added that he was still in the process of gathering information about those who supported him during the difficult period. Addressing reports that the children were from an orphanage, Yadav stated that if children are living in an ashram environment, he does not consider them orphans.
Students’ Emotional Message
In a short video message circulating online, the children congratulated the actor on his release and asked whether he had received their contribution.
“Namaste Rajpal bhaiya… We all want to meet you and know whether you received the help we sent. If you did, why did you not respond to our letter? We are upset with you,” they said, adding that even a brief reassurance would have meant a lot to them.
School officials clarified that the donation was voluntary and stemmed purely from admiration for the Shahjahanpur-born actor, widely known for his comic performances in films like Chup Chup Ke, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and Bhoothnath.
Background of the Legal Case
Rajpal Yadav was directed to surrender at Tihar Jail in connection with a financial dispute linked to his 2010 directorial venture, Ata Pata Lapata.
He was reportedly involved in a debt-related case concerning an alleged unpaid loan of ₹5 crore taken from Murli Projects Private Limited for the film’s production.
Back to Work
Following his release, the actor has resumed shooting for his upcoming project, marking his return to professional commitments.
While the situation with the students has drawn public attention, Yadav has assured that he intends to personally meet the children and acknowledge their heartfelt gesture.
