Sunjay Kapur died on June 12, 2025, because of a heart attack. His funeral was held on June 19, 2025, which was postponed due to his citizenship status in the United States. Here is a detailed summary of Sunjay Kapur, the Indian American industrialist:
Family & Personal Background:
Sanjay Kapur was born on 15 October 1971 in Michigan, USA, to Dr. Surinder Kapur, the founder of the Sona Group, and Rani Kapur, who hailed from a Sikh Punjabi family. He has two sisters, Superna and Mandhira. Sanjay spent his formative years in India, where he attended esteemed institutions such as The Doon School and Cathedral & John Connon, before pursuing further studies in the UK and the US.
Sanjay Kapur has been married three times: Nandita Mahtani, a fashion designer (divorced), Karisma Kapoor, a Bollywood actress, in 2003; their marriage ended in divorce in 2016. They have two children together: Samaira and Kiaan. His third marriage was to Priya Sachdev, an entrepreneur, around 2017, and they welcomed their son, Azarias, in 2018.
Sanjay’s Education & Early Career:
Sanjay completed his schooling at Doon and Cathedral & John Connon. He earned a BBA from the University of Buckingham, followed by executive courses at MIT, Harvard, and Wharton. He began his career at Sona Koyo in 1996, became the Managing Director of Aureus Investments in 1998, and joined the family automotive business in 2003.
Business Legacy: Sona Comstar:
The Sona Group, which specializes in automobile components, was established in 1997 by Sanjay’s father. The name “Sona” is derived from the grandfather’s jewelry enterprise. After his father’s death in 2015, Sanjay assumed the roles of Chairman and Managing Director. Under his guidance, Sona Comstar achieved global expansion, with manufacturing plants located in India, China, Mexico, Serbia, the United States, Brazil, Germany, and other countries. He has served as President of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA) and has held significant positions in the Confederation of Indian Industry’s (CII) manufacturing and Europe committee. His net worth was estimated to be between $1.2 billion and $1.6 billion (₹10,300–13,000 crore), positioning him as wealthier than many Bollywood tycoons.
Sanjay Kapur was an Enthusiastic Polo Player:
He actively engaged in and led teams in esteemed international competitions, forming alliances with British royal circles — even competing alongside Prince William. During his school and college years, he also participated in hockey, swimming, and water polo. Philanthropy & Beyond: He is recognized for his contributions to education, healthcare, and the empowerment of women. Additionally, he managed hospitality enterprises and was involved in environmental initiatives.
Final Years & Succession:
Sunjay sadly passed away on June 12, 2025, at the age of 53, due to a heart attack while playing polo in England. He kept strong connections with his children from all his marriages; notably, Karisma Kapoor and his children Samaira and Kiaan signed his funeral invitation along with Priya. With three young heirs and being a US citizen who died overseas, the process of estate succession is currently underway. Funds in bonds and regular income have been allocated for his children; the estate is likely to be managed by the existing board and his wife Priya. Sona Comstar continues its operations, although long-term leadership strategies remain unresolved.
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