The sudden demise of Sunjay Kapur, the ex-husband of actress Karisma Kapoor, has sent shockwaves through Bollywood and the business world. Kapur, who was the Chairman and Non-Executive Director of Sona Comstar, passed away on June 12, 2025, in the UK, reportedly due to a heart attack while playing polo. He was 53 years old.

News of his death prompted immediate reactions from the Bollywood fraternity. According to reports, Kareena Kapoor Khan, accompanied by her husband Saif Ali Khan, rushed to Karisma Kapoor's residence in Mumbai to offer support during this difficult time. Malaika Arora and Amrita Arora were also spotted visiting Karisma, demonstrating the close bonds and support system within the industry. The celebrities were seen with sombre expressions, acknowledging the grief Karisma and her family are experiencing.

Sunjay Kapur's death has also been mourned by close friends, including socialite and businesswoman Shalini Passi. Passi, known for her appearance on "Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives," expressed her shock and sadness in an interview, highlighting Kapur's vibrant personality and enthusiasm for life. She recalled their frequent meetings in Delhi with Kapur and his wife, Priya Sachdev, emphasizing the close relationship between their families. Passi noted Kapur's support for her appearance on the Netflix series, remembering how he and Priya had congratulated her on her success. She told Hindustan Times, "The news of Sunjay's death is sad and shocking. It makes us realise the frivolity of our life and everything that we take so seriously... In a moment everything is gone." She further added, "Sunjay's family and our family are close friends... I have known him and his family since I got married. He was somebody who was full of life. He was very enthusiastic about things he did, whether it was his business or playing polo... He was somebody a lot of people looked up to as a role model."

While initial reports suggested that a bee sting during the polo match may have triggered the heart attack, Kapur's company, Sona Comstar, confirmed the cause of death as a sudden heart attack. Other sources mentioned that Sunjay had felt suffocated and requested to stop the game before collapsing. This conflicting information has led to some confusion and speculation surrounding the exact circumstances of his passing.

Sunjay Kapur's last social media activity included a condolence message regarding the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, posted just hours before his own death. This poignant detail underscores the unpredictable nature of life. Furthermore, just days before his death, he shared a reflective note about living life to the fullest and embracing the "what nots," a message that now resonates deeply with those mourning his loss.

Sunjay Kapur's personal life was often in the public eye, particularly his marriages and divorce. He was first married to designer Nandita Mahtani, followed by actress Karisma Kapoor, with whom he had two children, Samaira and Kiaan. After their divorce in 2014, he married Priya Sachdev, and they have a son named Azarias. Despite the challenges of their past, Sunjay and Karisma maintained a cordial relationship and were seen together co-parenting their children.

The funeral arrangements are reportedly complicated due to Sunjay Kapur's US citizenship. Sources indicate that the legal process of bringing his body to India may cause delays. However, his father-in-law, Ashok Sachdev, stated that the last rites would be performed in Delhi.

Sunjay Kapur was the son of Rani Kapur and the late Surinder Kapur, a key figure in India's auto parts industry. He joined the family business in 2003 and played a significant role in its global expansion. As Chairman of Sona Comstar, he led the company to success both in India and internationally, particularly in the electric vehicle sector.