Who was Sunjay Kapur? MIT and Harvard alumnus, married three times, died at 53, was Karisma Kapoor's ex-husband
Industrialist Sunjay Kapur tragically passed away on the night of June 12, 2025, after experiencing a heart attack. According to media reports, Sunjay Kapoor, 53, passed away while playing polo in the United Kingdom. The 53-year-old businessman became a major headline mostly for his personal life, where he married not once but thrice. He had a second marriage to Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor. Apart from his personal life, Sunjay was a successful businessman and achieved many records in the automotive industry. Here's everything you need to know about Karisma Kapoor's estranged husband. Who was Sunjay Kapur?
Indian businessman Sunjay Kapur was the chairman of Sona Comstar, a manufacturing company of automotive parts for vehicles, including EVs. The business was founded by his late father, Surinder Kapur, who was the pioneer behind the Sona Group in 1997. It was evident after his father, Sunjay, was expected to take over his father's business empire. Sunjay Kapur's early education
Soon, Sunjay became the chairman of Sona Comstar and became a prominent leader in the automotive industry. Talking about Sunjay's academics, he completed his elementary education from The Doon School in Dehradun and The Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai before moving abroad to pursue higher academics.
Sunjay Kapur pursued a degree in Corporate Strategy and HR from London, UK. He later pursued executive programs at the prestigious MIT and Harvard Business School. After completing his higher studies, in 2003, Sunjay Kapur helped his father grow his automotive business, taking it to a global platform. Sunjay Kapur's controversial personal life
Sunjay Kapur saw huge success in the field of business. But he failed to establish a good relationship with his wife. For the uninitiated, Sunjay Kapur married three times. He first married Mumbai-based fashion designer Nandita Mahtani, but by 2000, the couple filed for divorce. In 2003, Sunjay Kapur made headlines for tying the knot with Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor in 2003. The couple welcomed their daughter Samaira Kapur in 2005, and in 2011, their son Kiaan was born.
Sunjay Kapur's first wife, Nandita (left), and second wife, Karisma Kapoor (right).
For the second time, Sunjay Kapur's marriage once again failed to hold its sanctity. After 11 years of togetherness, in 2014, the couple filed for divorce, and in 2016, the couple got separated. However, Sunjay used to look after Karisma's kids post-divorce. On occasions, Sunjay Kapur made himself available for his children.
According to media reports, Karisma Kapoor accused her estranged husband, Sunjay Kapur, of domestic violence. She alleged that she was physically on their honeymoon. However, a year later, Sunjay married actress and model Priya Sachdev. The couple welcomed a son, Azarius, in 2018.
Sunjay Kapur with his children.
Despite his controversial married life, Sunjay Kapur lived a low-key life, away from social media. He was often seen playing his favourite sport, Polo, abroad. The 53-year-old eventually passed away while playing polo, riding on a horse.
Media reports suggest that Sunjay suddenly suffered a heart attack after a bee flew into his mouth. Despite quick medical attention, Sunjay Kapur passed on the night of 12 June, 2025.
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