Mumbai (Commonwealth Union)_ Sunjay Kapur, a notable businessman and the chairman of auto component giant Sona Comstar, as well as Bollywood diva Karima Kapoor’s ex-husband, died at the age of 53 after having a heart attack in the middle of a polo tournament in England. The event apparently occurred after Kapur mistakenly swallowed a bee during the game, which may have caused the cardiac arrest. The news was confirmed by business consultant Suhel Seth, who shared his condolences on social media. “Deeply saddened at the passing of @sunjaykapur: he passed away earlier today in England. A terrible loss and deepest condolences to his family and colleagues,” Seth posted on X (formerly Twitter).
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Kapur, known for his presence both in the business world and Bollywood circles, was previously married to actress Karisma Kapoor. The couple tied the knot in 2003 but went through a turbulent relationship before officially divorcing in 2016. They share two children, Samaira and Kiaan. Following the divorce, Kapur tied the knot with entrepreneur and former model Priya Sachdev in 2017, and the couple are parents to a son. Sona Comstar released a statement mourning the loss of its chairman. “Sunjay was a visionary leader and a compassionate person whose guidance shaped Sona Comstar’s success. His values, vision, and commitment to excellence leave a lasting legacy. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all those touched by his remarkable life.”
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Under Kapur’s leadership, Sona Comstar expanded globally, particularly in the electric vehicle sector. He was recently appointed chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry’s (CII) northern region, supervising major industrial states such as Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana. Just hours before his sudden demise, Kapur had expressed his condolences on social media over the recent Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, which claimed 241 lives.
After his demise, several Bollywood stars, including Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan, were seen at Karisma Kapoor’s home late at night. Malaika Arora and her sister Amrita Arora were among the people who came to pay their respects. Kapur’s personal life was fraught with turmoil, notably his divorce from Karisma Kapoor, yet he remained a respected figure in the corporate world. Furthermore, his unexpected and terrible death has left the business and entertainment industries in grief.
