KKN Gurugram Desk | Sanjay Kapur, businessman and ex-husband of actress Karisma Kapoor, passed away on June 12, 2025, in London at the age of 53. His funeral will be held today, June 19, at Lodhi Road cremation ground, Delhi, and a prayer meeting is scheduled for June 22 at Taj Palace Hotel, New Delhi.
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Karisma and kids reach Delhi
Karisma Kapoor has flown to Delhi with children Samaira and Kiaan to attend the funeral. A condolence note going viral online also includes their names among the grieving family.
Why funeral was delayed
The funeral was postponed due to legal formalities related to Sanjay’s U.S. citizenship. International clearances delayed the repatriation of his remains from London to India.
Prayer meet at Taj Palace
The prayer meet will be held on June 22 at 4 PM at Taj Palace Hotel in Delhi. Family, friends, and business associates are expected to attend.
Cause of death: bee sting and cardiac arrest
Sanjay died during a polo match in London. Witnesses say he accidentally swallowed a bee, leading to a severe allergic reaction and cardiac arrest.
Who was Sanjay Kapur?
Sanjay Kapur was a Delhi-based entrepreneur known for his ventures in fashion, real estate, and automobiles. He married Karisma Kapoor in 2003, divorced in 2016, and later married Priya Sachdev, with whom he had a son.
Karisma and Sanjay’s relationship
Despite their separation, Karisma maintained a cordial relationship with Sanjay for the sake of their children. She has stayed actively involved in their upbringing.
Family mentioned in condolence note
The viral condolence message includes:
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Rani Surinder Kapur (mother)
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Priya Sachdev Kapur (wife)
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Azarias Kapur (son)
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Karisma Kapoor, Samaira, and Kiaan
Public reactions
Tributes have poured in from industry colleagues and friends. Many remembered Sanjay as a charismatic personality and devoted father.
Sanjay Kapur’s sudden passing has left two families grieving. His funeral today and the upcoming prayer meet will bring loved ones together to remember his life and legacy.
