Rajpal Yadav entered the film industry as an extra but his negative role in Jungle (2000) turned out to be his breakthrough role. Moving ahead, he has given numerous films doing versatile roles but his comic roles are the most famous. No one can forget his role as Chota Pandit in Bhool Bhulaiyya (kahan jar ahi ho beti Pushpa apne gadhe pe baith ke).
Rajpal Yadav’s net worth is around Rs 80 crore, comprising not only his film projects but also his property, luxury cars, and brand endorsements.
Rajpal Yadav Wiki
Born on 16 March 1971 in Kundra, Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, Rajpal Naurang Yadav, is popularly known as Rajpal Yadav, an amazing comedian and actor. Rajpal started his career in 1999 with the movie Dil Kya Kare in the role of a school watchman. Audience noticed him in Ram Gopal Verma’s Jungle (2000), where he played a negative role.
Over the years, he has been nominated for different awards, and he won the Screen Awards for Best Actor in a Negative Role (Jungle 2000).
| Birth Date and Age | 16 March 1971 (54 years old) |
| Birthplace | Kundra, Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh |
| Zodiac | Pisces ♓ |
| Residence | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Profession | Actor, comedian |
| Most Famous Movie | Ek Aur Ek Gyarah (2003), Bhool Bhulaiyya (2007), Hungama (2003), Chup Chup Ke (2006), and many more. |
| Debut Movie/Serial | Doordarshan’s serial Mungeri ke bhai Naurangilal (1999)
Dil Kya Kare (1999) |
| Upcoming Projects | Welcome to the Jungle (2025) and Ankh Micholi 2 (to be announced) |
| Active since | 1999 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| School | Ordnance Clothing Factory School, Uttar Pradesh |
| Education | Graduate |
| College | Rohilkhand University, Bareilly,
Bhartendu Natya Academy, Lucknow, National School of Drama, New Delhi |
| Marital Status | Married Kruna, 1992 (widowed)
Married Radha (1993-present) |
| Kids | 3 |
Rajpal Yadav’s Net Worth
Rajpal Yadav’s estimated net worth is Rs 80 crore. It comprises revenue from films, social media, and brand endorsements. His luxurious house in Mumbai and properties in Shahjahanpur add to his net worth.
| Net Worth | Between Rs 15 and Rs 20 crores |
| Revenue Streams | Social media: Rs 42 lakh
Film: Rs 4 to Rs 5 crore per film Brand endorsements: Rs 1 crore per project |
Rajpal Yadav’s Major Brand Endorsements
Rajpal’s comic roles are not limited to movies. He is often seen endorsing different brands and some notable ones are:
- Apnicabs
- Catch Spices
- Blinc hands-free sneakers
Investments and Business Ventures of Rajpal Yadav
Somewhere in the early 2010s, Rajpal Yadav started his production company Navrang Godavari Entertainment Limited. He named it after his parents and his late wife, Radha Yadav.
Under the banner, he directed and produced Ata Pata Lapata in 2012. To fund the project, he mortgaged his property in Shahjahanpur to secure loans (₹5 crore).
Unfortunately, he faced legal financial issues, after which there are no further project updates under his banner or any other investments on his end.
Philanthropy and Social Contributions of Rajpal Yadav
Yadav Ji loves dogs and heartily supports animal welfare causes.
Rajpal is actively involved in charitable donations and community support (especially in his native region). Occasionally, he donates funds to religious and community fundraisers.
He indulges in social work through his political engagement (his party Sarv Samabhav Party).
Rajpal Yadav’s Personal Life
Rajpal Yadav married his first wife (Karuna) in 1992, who unfortunately passed away after giving birth to their daughter (Jyoti). At that time, instead of remarrying, he decided to focus on his career.
Later, in 2001, during a shoot in Canada, a mutual friend arranged a meet with Radha. The duo fell in love and after 8 months of dating, they tied the know. Together they have 2 daughters, Harshita and Rehanshi.
Radha is not much into limelight and enjoys her family life, lovingly raising her 3 daughters, including Jyoti, Rajpal’s daughter from first wife, and supporting her husband.
Rajpal Yadav’s Records and Achievements
For his comedic talent and unforgettable performances, Rajpal has received awards for his performances. He is also recognized for his serious and negative roles, that has established himself as a respected character actor in Indian cinema.
Rajpal Yadav’s Cars
Before adding luxury cars to his collection, Rajpal Yadav reportedly had a Splendor and a Swift car. However, now his collection has:
- BMW 5 Series, around ₹66-75 lakh
- Honda Accord, approximately ₹44-45 lakh
- Audi A8 around ₹1.36 crore
- Mahindra Scorpio, approx ₹17 lakh
- Toyota Innova, about ₹25 lakh
Rajpal Yadav’s Real Estate and Properties
He also owns agricultural land (about 2.2 hectares) valued at Rs 40 lakh and a house (5,000 square feet) in Ratikheda village in Madhya Pradesh. The house is valued around Rs 30 lakh.
Rajpal’s major real estate asset is his property in Seth Enclave Colony near Kachhari, Shahjahanpur in Uttar Pradesh. Originally owned by his father, Naurang Yadav, this property was mortgaged to secure a loan of ₹3 crore from the Central Bank of India for producing Ata Pata Lapata.
Future Plans & Projects of Rajpal Yadav
For the second half of 2025 and the next year, Rajpal has multiple films like:
- Welcome to the Jungle
- Ghamasaan
- Mannu Aur Munni Ki Shaadi
- Phir Se… Bumper Draw
- Mission Laila
- Bhooth Bangla (2026)
- Malamaal Weekly 2 (2026)
These projects clearly showcase that Rajpal Yadav is committed to blending comedy, drama, and thriller genres, highlighting his versatility as an actor. He is always ready to entertain us with his witty performances.
