Sunjay Kapur passes away live updates

Sunjay Kapur, a well-known Indian industrialist and the former husband of actress Karisma Kapoor, has passed away at the age of 53. The tragic incident happened in the UK, where he suffered a fatal heart attack while playing polo. According to ANI, Sunjay Kapur’s business consultant Suhel Seth confirmed he died of a heart attack, reportedly triggered after he accidentally swallowed a bee while playing a polo match. Despite quick medical help, he could not be saved.

His sudden demise has left many in shock, especially those from the business and entertainment world. While Sunjay's family has not issued any statement yet, his passing has led many to remember the man behind the name—his work, his achievements, and his life in the spotlight.

Sunjay Kapur early life
Sunjay was born into a successful business family. He was the son of Rani Kapur and the late Surinder Kapur. His father, Surinder, was a pioneer in India’s auto component industry and founded the Sona Group, a company known for making automotive parts.

From a young age, Sunjay was seen as someone who would take on the responsibility of leading the family business. And that’s exactly what he did.

Sunjay Kapur’s business
In 2003, Sunjay officially joined his father’s company. He played a major role in helping it grow into a global name in the automotive world. Over the years, he became known for his leadership and vision.

He later became the Chairman of Sona Comstar, a company that gained recognition for producing auto components for electric vehicles and more.

Sunjay’s personal life
While Sunjay Kapur made his mark in the business world, his personal life also drew attention. He was married three times. His first marriage was to Mumbai-based fashion designer Nandita Mahtani. The couple separated in the year 2000.

In 2003, Sunjay married Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor. Their wedding was a grand affair, one of the biggest Bollywood had seen at the time. The couple had two children together—daughter Samaira and son Kiaan. However, things didn’t work out as planned. In 2016, the couple decided to part ways. Their divorce came as a surprise to many fans. But both Sunjay and Karisma continued to co-parent their children with love and care.

A year after his divorce from Karisma Kapoor, Sunjay Kapur found love again and married Priya Sachdev. Priya had a daughter named Safira Chatwal from her previous marriage. Together, Sunjay and Priya built a close-knit blended family. In 2018, they welcomed their son, Azarius, adding to their joy.