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In a significant development in the ongoing succession dispute, the children of actress Karisma Kapoor and her late ex-husband Sunjay Kapur have approached the Delhi High Court seeking their rightful share in his multi-thousand crore estate. They allege that their stepmother, Priya Sachdev Kapur, attempted to forge their father’s will in an effort to take control of assets reportedly worth nearly ₹30,000 crore.
As per ANI, Sunjay’s children — Samaira (20) and Kiaan (14) — have filed a civil suit through their mother and legal guardian, Karisma Kapoor. They have requested the court to partition the estate, disclose the complete list of assets, and issue a permanent injunction against the accused parties. The petition claims that the children are unaware of the full extent of their father’s wealth and accuse Priya Kapur of withholding key information.
The suit notes that Priya initially denied the existence of a will and maintained that all assets were under the RK Family Trust. However, she later presented a document dated March 21, 2025, claiming it to be Sunjay’s will. The children have challenged the legitimacy of the document, alleging it was forged.
The legal action names several parties, including Priya Kapur, her minor son, Sunjay’s mother Rani Kapur, and another woman identified as the alleged executor of the contested will.
Corporate Holdings and Sunjay Kapur’s Wealth
Sunjay Kapur, who passed away from a heart attack during a polo match in England on June 12, 2025, left behind substantial wealth and complex business interests. He was the Chairman of Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd. (Sona Comstar), a major global automotive component company with a market capitalization of roughly ₹31,000 crore. His unexpected death led to a 7% decline in the company’s share value due to succession-related concerns.
According to Forbes, Sunjay’s net worth at the time of his death was estimated at $1.2 billion (₹10,300 crore), having peaked at $1.6 billion (₹14,100 crore) in earlier years. He was also the sole beneficiary of the RK Family Trust, which reportedly holds the promoter stake in Sona Comstar through Aureus Investments Pvt. Ltd.
Despite the legal complications, sources suggest that Sunjay had undertaken legacy planning for his children with Karisma Kapoor. He is believed to have gifted each of them bonds worth ₹14 crore and arranged for a monthly income of ₹10 lakh. Additionally, Karisma Kapoor was given ownership of a property previously belonging to Sunjay’s father.
The children argue in court that their father had expressed a long-term commitment to their financial security — involving them in his business interests and naming them as beneficiaries of the family trust. They cite shared vacations, business discussions, and personal milestones as proof of his intentions.
The inheritance dispute has deepened internal conflicts within the Kapur family. Following Sunjay’s death, his mother Rani Kapur raised objections over being excluded from critical corporate matters. In a letter addressed to SEBI and Sona Comstar shareholders, she claimed emotional distress and alleged coercion into signing documents. She also criticized the rapid appointment of Priya Kapur as a non-executive director on the company’s board.
As the Delhi High Court prepares to examine the case, the legal battle between Sunjay Kapur’s children, their stepmother, and other family members is poised to decide the future distribution of his vast estate and his legacy in the corporate world.
Sunjay Kapur and Karisma Kapoor were married in 2003 and had two children — Samaira in 2005 and Kiaan in 2011. The couple filed for divorce in 2014, which was finalized in 2016.
