Sunjay Kapur, the UK-based businessman and former husband of Bollywood star Karisma Kapoor, passed away on June 12, 2025, leaving his family heartbroken. His last rites took place on June 19 in New Delhi. After his funeral, his sister Mandhira Kapur Smith shared a rare, joyful selfie with Sunjay, which has gone viral.Sunjay Kapur’s Sister Shares Rare SelfieOn June 19, Mandhira Kapur Smith, Sunjay’s sister, posted a rare joyful selfie with him on Instagram, also featuring Superna Kapur Motwane. Alongside the photo, she expressed deep emotions, sharing how much she dearly misses her brother. She captioned the post, “We are incomplete without you.”Tragic Death During Polo MatchKarisma Kapoor’s ex-husband, Sunjay, tragically passed away at 53, after a shocking accident during a polo match in the UK. He accidentally swallowed a bee, which stung his windpipe and triggered a fatal cardiac arrest, leaving his loved ones devastated by the sudden loss.Funeral and Family AttendanceSunjay’s funeral was attended by his ex-wife Karisma Kapoor and their children, Samaira and Kiaan. His third wife, Priya Sachdev, was also present with her son, Azarias. The ceremony saw the presence of Karisma’s sister, Kareena Kapoor, and her husband, Saif Ali Khan, as well.Business CareerTaking charge of the family business in 2015, following the death of his father, Dr. Surinder Kapur, Sunjay transformed Sona Comstar into a global player in the automotive industry. Beyond business, Sunjay was an avid polo player and shared a close friendship with Prince William.Marital LifeSunjay first married fashion designer Nandita Mahatani in 1996, but they divorced in 2000. He then married Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor in 2003, and they had two children, Samaira and Kiaan. They filed for a divorce in 2014 and were granted in 2016. Sunjay then met Priya Sachdev and married her in 2017.
