Sunjay Kapur served as the chairman of Sona Comstar, a Gurugram-based global manufacturer of auto components. Under his leadership, the company expanded to 12 manufacturing facilities and employed over 5,000 people across India, China, Mexico, Serbia, and the United States. Sona Comstar reported a 12% increase in revenue for FY2024–25, reaching ₹35.5 billion ($412 million), with electric vehicle (EV) components contributing around 36%.
Sudden Demise During a Polo Match
Kapur passed away at the age of 53 while holidaying in the United Kingdom with his family. He reportedly suffered a heart attack during a polo match, a sport he was passionate about. His death was confirmed by both Sona Comstar and the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), where he previously served as president.
Transforming a Family Business
He took over Sona Comstar in 2015 following the death of his father, Surinder Kapur, who had founded the company in 1995. A graduate in business from the University of Buckingham, Sunjay Kapur modernised and expanded the business, transforming it into a global auto parts and mobility technology leader. The company’s name “Sona,” meaning “gold” in Hindi, was derived from his grandfather’s jewellery venture.
Role in Industry Development
As immediate past president of ACMA, Kapur was an advocate for strengthening India’s automotive components sector. Under his guidance, the association focused on improving global competitiveness and preparing for the shift toward electric mobility.
Net Worth and Forbes Recognition
According to Forbes, Kapur had an estimated net worth of $1.2 billion (₹10,300 crore). He became a part of the World’s Billionaires list in 2022 and held U.S. citizenship at the time of his death.
Personal Life and Media Presence
Kapur was also known for his presence in social circles. He married Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor in 2003, and the couple had two children—Samaira and Kiaan—before divorcing in 2016. He later married former model and entrepreneur Priya Sachdev, with whom he had a son, Azarias, and adopted her daughter from a previous marriage. He had also been briefly married to fashion designer Nandita Mahtani.
A Lasting Legacy
Remembered as a visionary business leader, Sunjay Kapur’s contributions to the automotive components industry were significant. His leadership helped position Sona Comstar as a key player in the global EV transition, leaving behind a legacy of innovation, growth, and purpose.
