Sunjay Kapur

Sunjay Kapur was an Indian-American businessman and industrialist best known as chairman of Sona Comstar, an automotive components company.

Sunjay Kapur was an Indian-American businessman and industrialist best known as chairman of Sona Comstar, a global automotive components company. He also served as chairperson of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA) and was a prominent figure in India’s auto sector. Kapur died in England on 12 June 2025 at age 53 after collapsing during a polo match.

Early life and education

Kapur was born on 15 October 1971. Public reporting describes him as Indian-American and notes that he was raised with family ties to the automotive industry.

Business career

Kapur led Sona Comstar, a major maker of automotive components with international operations. He also played a leadership role in India’s auto-parts industry through ACMA, serving as its chairperson.

Family and personal life

Kapur was widely known in public life for his marriage to Bollywood actor Karisma Kapoor and, later, his marriage to Priya Sachdev. He had children from these relationships.

Death

Kapur died in England on 12 June 2025 at age 53 after collapsing during a polo match. Media reports differed on the immediate trigger, but later reporting cited a heart attack and post-mortem findings of heart disease.