Sunjay Kapur Property Dispute Intensifies: Court Directs Priya Sachdev to Disclose Assets
Mumbai, Sep 10 (TheTrendingPeople.com): The legal dispute over the estate of late industrialist and Karisma Kapoor’s former husband, Sunjay Kapur, has entered a critical phase. Allegations of a fabricated will and disputes between family members have drawn the court’s intervention, with a fresh order mandating full disclosure of the industrialist’s assets.
Court Directs Priya Sachdev to Report Assets
On Wednesday, Vaibhav Gaggar, the legal counsel representing Sunjay Kapur’s mother, Rani Kapur, confirmed that the court has directed Priya Sachdev, the late industrialist’s wife, to report all movable and immovable assets held by Sunjay Kapur until his death on June 12, 2025.
Speaking outside the courtroom, Gaggar explained:
“The order is that Miss Priya Sachdeva has been told that all the details of Sanjay Kapoor's personal assets, till the day of his death, till 12th June, should be reported to the court. Plus, all the parties have been told that their case, their defense, their stand, should be reported to the court in writing.”
The directive follows the plaintiff’s request for transparency, arguing that only Priya, as defendant number one, holds knowledge of Kapur’s complete asset portfolio. The court, acknowledging these concerns, allowed the plea, requiring Sachdev to submit a comprehensive list of properties and financial holdings.
Karisma Kapoor’s Allegations of Forged Will
The legal wrangle has been further complicated by Karisma Kapoor’s claims on behalf of her two children from her marriage with Sunjay Kapur. Kapoor has alleged that the will presented by Priya Sachdev is “forged and fabricated”, resulting in her children being excluded from their rightful inheritance.
Gaggar elaborated on Kapoor’s stance:
“Sunjay Kapur’s second wife, Karisma Kapoor, filed a claim on behalf of her children, saying that a will has been given to them, which she is saying is forged and fabricated, on the basis of which her children have been taken out of their personal legacy.”
According to Kapoor’s argument, if intestate succession laws were applied, Sunjay Kapur’s estate would be divided into five parts — two for Karisma’s children, one for Priya Sachdev, one for Priya’s son, and one for Rani Kapur, the industrialist’s mother.
Priya Sachdev’s Counterclaim
In response, Priya Sachdev has maintained that the will is genuine and valid, entitling her to Sunjay Kapur’s assets. She has also asserted that Karisma Kapoor and her children had already received a substantial share — approximately ₹1900 crore — from the late industrialist’s legacy.
Sachdev’s position, if proven, could significantly weaken Kapoor’s claims of exclusion and unfair treatment. However, the court’s demand for full asset disclosure suggests that the legal process is far from reaching a conclusion.
Background: A Turbulent Personal History
Sunjay Kapur, a noted businessman with deep ties to both the industrial and social elite, was first married to actress Karisma Kapoor. Their high-profile marriage ended in divorce in 2016, following a bitter legal battle that drew intense media attention. The couple has two children together.
Following the divorce, Sunjay Kapur married businesswoman Priya Sachdev in 2017. The couple later had a son, adding another heir to the family’s already complex legacy structure.
Kapur’s death in June 2025 sparked the current inheritance dispute, as questions surrounding the distribution of his vast fortune surfaced almost immediately.
What Lies Ahead in Court
The case now hinges on two key points:
- The authenticity of the will presented by Priya Sachdev.
- The extent of assets and property held by Sunjay Kapur at the time of his death.
Legal experts suggest that if the will is proven valid, Priya could retain control over most of Kapur’s estate. However, if the will is deemed fabricated, intestate succession laws would likely apply, leading to an equal distribution among heirs.
Given the stakes — both financial and personal — the dispute is expected to be long and contentious.
A Family Divided
The ongoing battle has not only placed Karisma Kapoor and Priya Sachdev on opposing sides but has also involved Sunjay Kapur’s mother, Rani Kapur. With each party claiming rightful entitlement, the dispute underscores the difficulties that often arise in high-net-worth families following the death of a patriarch.
The court’s latest order has set the stage for more disclosures and potentially new revelations. For now, all eyes remain on the upcoming hearings that will decide whether Priya Sachdev’s claims stand or whether Karisma Kapoor’s allegations of forgery reshape the distribution of the estate.
Final Thoughts from TheTrendingPeople.com
The Sunjay Kapur estate battle highlights how wealth, legacy, and family ties often intersect in complex and contentious ways. As the case unfolds, the court’s decision will not only impact the Kapoor and Sachdev families but also set an example for similar inheritance disputes in India’s high society. With allegations of forgery, massive financial stakes, and multiple heirs involved, the outcome of this case could resonate far beyond the courtroom.