Archive · 24 Sep 2025
Dr. Raj Bothra's Memoir Released; Film Adaptation Announced
Dr. Raj Bothra, a doctor wrongly accused of crimes in the U.S., has written a book about his experiences.
The book, titled 'USA v Raj,' details how he was arrested and imprisoned but later found innocent.
Famous actors helped launch the book in Mumbai, India, and a movie based on the book is also being made.
Dr. Bothra was falsely accused of illegal activities.
He hopes the book will help people understand the importance of fairness in the legal system and highlight the problem of winning at any cost.
Dr. Raj Bothra, an American of Indian origin, released his memoir 'USA v Raj' in Mumbai.
The book launch featured actors Anupam Kher and Tusshar Kapoor.
A film adaptation of the book, with Kabir Bedi as Bothra, was announced.
Bothra, an 81-year-old Padma Shri awardee, was arrested and imprisoned for 1,301 days.
He was acquitted of charges in June 2022 by a jury.
- Who
- Dr. Raj Bothra, author and doctor.
- What
- Released his memoir, 'USA v Raj,' and announced a film adaptation of the book.
- When
- Book released Tuesday, and imprisonment occurred starting in December 2018.
- Where
- Mumbai, India.
- Why
- To raise awareness about a flawed judicial system.
- Main Subject
- Dr. Raj Bothra
- Event
- Book launch and film adaptation announcement
- Book Title
- USA v Raj
- Film Adaptation Actor
- Kabir Bedi (as Dr. Bothra)
- Accusation
- Illegally prescribing pills and making false claims for Medicare
- Outcome
- Acquitted by a jury
- Imprisonment Duration
- 1,301 days
- Award
- Padma Shri awardee