The sudden demise of billionaire Sunjay Kapur has shocked both the business and entertainment worlds. Known for heading one of the world’s top auto parts companies, he was in the news for his marriage and highly publicised divorce from Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor. Following the news of his demise, questions have been raised about his sizeable fortune and his companySunjay Kapur’s Rs 31,000 crore business empireSunjay was the chairman of auto components maker Sona Comstar. After his father’s demise in 2015, he took charge and led the company into newer international markets. Thanks to his leadership, Sona Comstar grew into one of the world’s top auto component firms.According to Bloomberg, the company currently has a market value of around Rs. 31,000 crore (nearly $4 billion). But after news of Sunjay’s passing broke, Business Today reported that the company’s shares dropped by 7% as markets opened on Friday. The drop reflected the shock and uncertainty surrounding the company’s future.What will happen to his business now?After Sunjay’s passing, Sona Comstar released a statement to calm investors and partners. It read, “His vision, values, and dedication to excellence has left a lasting legacy for the company. We assure our customers, business partners, employees, and shareholders that our operations and prospects remain unchanged as we honour his legacy.”Sunjay had three children—Samaira (20) and Kiaan (14) from his marriage to Karisma Kapoor, and Azarias (6), his youngest son, with his third wife Priya Sachdev. Since none of them are part of the company, they are not expected to take over leadership at this time.According to India.com, Sunjay’s sisters may step in to manage the company, while the current board continues to handle regular operations.Who inherits his Rs 10,300 crore estate?At the time of his passing, Forbes reported that Sunjay Kapur had a personal net worth of $1.2 billion (Rs. 10,300 crore). His wealth was at its peak in 2022 and 2024, reaching up to $1.6 billion (Rs. 13,000 crore).As per Hindustan Times, the management of his estate will now pass on to his wife, Priya Sachdev. However, reports also confirm that Sunjay had made clear plans to support all his children. For his children with Karisma—Samaira and Kiaan—he had already gifted bonds worth Rs 14 crore. On top of that, both of them will reportedly receive a monthly income of Rs 10 lakh each. Although, it must be noted that the exact details of the inheritance are not officially confirmed.A look back at his family lifeSunjay Kapur first married designer Nandita Mahtani. The two took the plunge in 1996 but called it quits four years later in 2000. He then went on to marry Bollywood star Karisma Kapoor in 2003, with whom he shares two children. The couple separated in 2016. In 2017, Sunjay married model and actor Priya Sachdev, and the two had a son, Azarias.
