Sunjay Kapur, a prominent figure in the Indian automotive sector and former husband of actress Karisma Kapoor, passed away in London at the age of 53. Actor and politician Kangana Ranaut expressed her condolences, describing his death as a devastating and shocking loss.Kangana Ranaut’s Emotional Instagram PostTaking to Instagram stories, Kangana wrote, “In another unbelievable event, Sunjay Kapur (Karisma Kapoor’s ex-husband) was on the polo ground, a bee went into his mouth (yes madhumakki on the polo ground) stung him and blocked his windpipe, he couldn’t breathe so he asked the game to be stopped but immediately died of a cardiac arrest. Such tragic news.”
She concluded saying, “Also I am done trying to make sense of all the bizarre events that 2025 is bringing in to our lives. Everyone stay safe and keep praying to God (folded hands emoticon).”Confirmation of Death and CondolencesSunjay Kapur was attending a polo tournament in the UK when he tragically passed away. Suhel Seth confirmed the news on X (formerly Twitter), expressing his sorrow and offering condolences. He wrote, “Deeply saddened at the passing of @sunjaykapur : he passed away earlier today in England: a terrible loss and deepest condolences to his family and to his colleagues @sonacomstar …Om Shanti.”Official Statement“It is with profound sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of Sunjay J Kapur Chairman and Non-Executive Director of Sona Comstar, following a sudden heart attack in England, UK, on 12th June 2025, at the age of 53,” said Chairman of auto components firm Sona Comstar in a statement to PTI.Personal Life and FamilyIn 2003, Sunjay Kapur tied the knot with actress Karisma Kapoor, and they welcomed two children, Samaira, aged 19, and Kiaan, aged 13. The couple mutually agreed to divorce in 2014, with the separation being finalized two years later in 2016. Following this, Sunjay married Priya Sachdev in 2017, and they have a son named Azarias.
