Karisma Kapoor's ex husband Sunjay Kapur said ‘our time on earth is limited' on social media just 4 days before death
Industrialist Sunjay Kapur, ex-husband of Bollywood actor Karisma Kapoor, passed away on June 12 after he swallowed a bee during a polo match and suffered a cardiac arrest. Chairman of the automotive company Sona Comstar, Sunjay married Karisma Kapoor in 2003, and the couple had two children, daughter Samaira and son Kiaan. Just days before his tragic death in London, the businessman had posted a message on social media where he spoke about making the most of one's time on earth.
Sunjay took to X (formerly Twitter) and posted a picture with the caption, 'Progress demands bold choices, not perfect conditions.' The post itself had a motivational message which read, 'Your time on Earth is limited. Leave the 'what ifs' to the philosophers and instead dive headfirst into the 'why nots'.' A successful businessman, Sunjay took over his father Surinder Kapur's business empire after his death in 2015. Just a day before his passing, Sunjay also expressed his sorrow and disappointment about the Air India plane crash that occurred in Ahmedabad. He wrote, 'My thoughts and prayers are with all the families affected. May they find strength in this difficult hour.'
Progress demands bold choices, not perfect conditions. #MondayMotivation pic.twitter.com/vapd8KkOuU
— Sunjay Kapur (@sunjaykapur) June 9, 2025
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Sunjay and Karisma's divorce was finalised in 2016. In the alimony agreement signed by both parties, Karisma was given ownership of a house previously owned by her father-in-law, and Sunjay also set up a bond worth Rs 14 crores for both his children. He later married model and actor Priya Sachdev; the couple raised her daughter from a previous marriage, and had a son together.
Sunjay reportedly had a great relationship with his kids from both the marriages and even hired a parenting expert so he could be a better father to them. He and Karisma also maintained a respectful relationship after the divorce, and Sunjay acknowledged the issues that arise in a blended family. In an interview with YouTube channel Indian Silicon Valley, he said, 'It's not always easy when you have a blended family. But we have been very fortunate to have a system where we all work together, where we all love each other, and I want that to continue even after my wife and I, our lifetime.'
Sunjay was 53 at the time of passing. In a statement, Sona Comstar said, 'Sunjay was a visionary leader and a compassionate person whose guidance shaped Sona Comstar's success. His vision, values, and dedication to excellence has left a lasting legacy for the Company. On behalf of Sona Comstar, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all those influenced by his remarkable life.'
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