A beacon of hope amid despair: Political leader Tej Pratap Yadav has pledged 11 lakh rupees to veteran actor Rajpal Yadav’s kin, answering Bollywood’s Sonu Sood’s fervent plea for industry backing. Incarcerated in Tihar Jail due to financial tangles, Rajpal’s saga has united voices across spheres.
Sonu Sood ignited the movement with his Tuesday X post, honoring Rajpal’s ‘unparalleled’ legacy in films. ‘A brilliant talent who enriched our industry for years—he’ll star in my next film,’ Sood affirmed. Rallying filmmakers and actors, he said: ‘Our colleague’s hardship is a call for unity; we must show he’s not isolated.’
Inspired, Tej Pratap Yadav—national president of Jan Shakti Janata Dal—acted promptly after seeing his brother Rao Indrajeet Yadav’s update. His X post conveyed profound solidarity: ‘My heart goes out to Rajpal Yadav’s grieving family in this trying period. I and the entire JZD stand with them in full empathy. In the name of humanity, we’re offering 11 lakh rupees assistance.’
Online reactions are ecstatic, with fans proclaiming Yadav has ‘captured hearts’ as ‘Teyu Bhaiya.’ This cross-over support blends entertainment and politics meaningfully.
Delving deeper, Rajpal’s comic genius defined eras, yet debts and jail time have dimmed his light. Sood’s advocacy revives focus on welfare gaps. Tej Pratap’s aid sets a precedent, potentially inspiring sustained industry efforts for its unsung heroes facing downfall.