Rajpal Yadav, an Indian actor and comedian, is trending on social media following a series of events that have sparked public interest. During a recent award show in Mumbai, journalist Saurabh Dwivedi made a joke referencing Yadav's ongoing cheque bounce case, which led to backlash from viewers who found the comment insensitive. Salman Khan came to Yadav's defense, highlighting his long-standing contributions to the film industry and urging people to support him. In response, Yadav released a video defending Dwivedi and Zakir Khan, emphasizing that the joke was part of a planned segment and expressing his appreciation for their respect towards him. Additionally, Yadav made headlines when a clip surfaced of Akshay Kumar playfully mocking him during a press event for their upcoming film, 'Bhooth Bangla'. While Yadav took the teasing in stride, it also attracted criticism online. Yadav's recent notoriety is compounded by his past cheque bounce case, which has reportedly escalated to nearly ₹9 crore (approximately $1.1 million USD) due to interest and penalties, leading to a brief incarceration in Tihar Jail in February 2026.