Sunjay Kapur Estate Case: Priya Sachdev vs Karisma Kapoor
The legal dispute over the ₹30,000 crore estate of Sunjay Kapur, the late businessman, has taken another twist. New court documents filed in the Delhi High Court suggest that Sunjay was integral in helping his ex-wife. This was for Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor, and their children, Samaira and Kiaan, obtain citizenship in Portugal.
This claim comes amid a bitter inheritance struggle involving Karisma’s children and Priya Sachdev, Sunjay’s wife.
Sunjay’s Assistance for Citizenship Application
Documents show WhatsApp messages and accompanying documents show that communications continued between Sunjay and Karisma. It was regarding the process of obtaining their citizenship. The messages reportedly indicated that Sunjay assisted Karisma and her children in the steps necessary to obtain Portuguese citizenship.
One message refers to the need to renounce Indian citizenship for a Portuguese passport. Apparently with Sunjay reminding Karisma, “India does not allow dual citizenship.” These documents will now be entered into the review of the High Court.
Asset Dispute Worth ₹30,000 Crore
On Wednesday, the Delhi High Court heard an application by Samaira and Kiaan. They are seeking their fair share of their father’s considerable inheritance. Sunjay’s attorneys, led by senior advocate Mahesh Jethmalani, assert that his wife Priya Sachdev falsified his will to exclude them from inheritance.
Priya’s advocates, senior advocates Rajiv Nayar and Shyel Trehan, denied the accusation. They argued that his children received assets worth ₹1,900 crore from the trust shortly. It was before they initiated the lawsuit.
The court, presided over by Justice Jyoti Singh, has asked Priya to respond with a full accounting of Sunjay Kapur’s assets. It should include both movable and immovable assets. This should be done prior to the next hearing in this matter on October 9.
History of Events and Family Dispute
Marriage and Divorce: Karisma Kapoor married Sunjay Kapur in 2003 and divorced in 2016. Their children, Samaira and Kiaan, were born in 2005 and 2011 respectively.
3rd Marriage: Sunjay married Priya Sachdev in 2017.
Disputing the Will: At a family event on July 30, Priya is alleged to have revealed a will, dated March 21, which has caused this dispute.
Legal Proceedings: Karisma’s children are disputing the authenticity of this will based on their claim that it wrongly excludes them from their father’s estate.
The Tragic Passing of Sunjay Kapur
Sunjay Kapur died on June 12, while playing polo in England. Later reports indicated he suffered a fatal heart attack after swallowing a bee while playing polo. His sudden death left a gap in his leadership in his wealth business empire and has created litigation among members of his family, which seems to be another family feud.
Bollywood Focus: Karisma Kapoor in the Public Eye
Karisma Kapoor, a famous actress from Bollywood’s mall years, during 90’s and early 2000, is still on the public’s mind. Recent revelations that she is involved with claims to Portuguese citizenship and her children are embroiled in an inheritance clash have once again put her under the scrutiny of public attention.
The case understandably has received publicity not just for its astronomical dollar values, but for one of the Kapoor’s family members making the news. As new files continue to be released, the courtroom drama stays in headlines for the Bollywood news latest coverage.
Karisma Kapoor’s kids are opposing Sunjay Kapur’s widow, Priya Sachdev, in an ongoing legal battle and alleging that Sunjay assisted his family with foreign citizenship. The Delhi High Court has recently dealt with their documents and arguments and will keep it front of mind.
The battle is full of billions at stake, famous relatives, and new revelations, so it is one of the most entertaining ongoing stories involving India’s legal arena and entertainment arena.
