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New York Post
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Prince William's billionaire pal Sunjay Kapur's wife, ex-wife attend prayer meet after his death at 53
Sunjay Japur's heartbroken loved ones reunited for a prayer met on Sunday just over a week after he fatally swallowed a bee at age 53. Prince William's longtime friend, who was the chairman of global car parts giant Sona Comstar, died from a heart attack on a polo field in Windsor, England, on June 12. Ten days after his tragic ending, his family traveled to Taj Palace Hotel in Delhi, India where they paid tribute to the billionaire businessman at the service. Advertisement 6 Sunjay Japur's heartbroken loved ones reunited for a prayer met on Sunday just over a week after his death. Pallav Paliwal His wife Priya Sachdev, who had organized the event, was joined by Kapur's ex-wife and Bollywood superstar Karisma Kapoor, as well as the two children she shared with the businessman: Samaira and Kiaan. Kapoor was also joined by her sister, Kareena, and brother-in-law, Saif Ali Khan. Advertisement Sachdev's son Azarias, whom she shared with Kapur, also attended the prayer meet. All attendees were dressed in white ensembles for the service, which took place just days after Kapur's heartbreaking final photo was shared online. Just moments before he had stepped out onto the field, Kapur had posed for a photo with Jaisal Singh — the captain and patron of polo team Sujan Indian Tigers, against whom Kapur's team played in the subsidiary final of the coveted Queen's Cup. 6 Prince William's longtime friend died from a heart attack on a polo field on June 12. Pallav Paliwal Advertisement 6 His family traveled to Taj Palace Hotel in Delhi, India where they paid tribute to the billionaire businessman at the service. Pallav Paliwal 6 Kapur's wife Priya Sachdev had organized the event. @priyasachdevkapur/Instagram 'Today we play the final of the Cartier Trophy in the memory of our dear friend Sunjay Kapur, who tragically passed away on the field a few days ago,' the team wrote on Instagram on June 15. 'Our Captain and Patron, Jaisal Singh, will mount up with the team to observe a minute's silence in honor of his dear old friend Sunjay, and then sit out as a mark of respect 🙏🏼.' Advertisement The club revealed that it was Kapur's final photo before he reportedly stung by a bee on the mouth, triggering an anaphylactic shock that caused his heart to stop. 'RIP Sunjay; you will be missed – your tireless enthusiasm and patronage will be remembered forever by the entire polo community.' At the time of his death, Kapur had been playing at the prestigious Guards Polo Club in Windsor, which is often frequented by members of the royal family. 6 The service took place just days after Kapur's heartbreaking final photo was shared online. @sujanindiantigers/Instagram 6 At the time of his death, Kapur had been playing at the prestigious Guards Polo Club in Windsor, which is often frequented by members of the royal family. Hindustan Times via Getty Images Kapur, who had an estimated net worth of $1.2 billion, often took part in exclusive matches across the UK and was invited to play with members of the royal fold, including the Prince of Wales, 43. It was revealed last week that the keen polo player — who also boasted US citizenship — shouted, 'I've swallowed something!' moments before his untimely death.
Hindustan Times
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Video shows Sunjay Kapur's final moments: Paramedics give CPR, helicopter lands on polo field
Businessman Sunjay Kapur passed away on June 13 at 53. He was the ex-husband of actor Karisma Kapoor and chairman of Sona Comstar. It was reported that Sunjay collapsed while playing polo in London. He swallowed a bee and got a heart attack, as per sources close to him. Now, a video has emerged on social media, showing his final moments on the polo field. A video has surfaced online that seemingly shows Sunjay Kapur's final moments. Sunjay Kapur's final moments In the video, a team of paramedics is seen circling a person lying on the grass. Three ambulances are on the ground and a helicopter is also hovering nearby, awaiting a landing. Multiple paramedics try to give the collapsed person CPR as the crowd around them grows thicker. While the collapsed person's face is not seen, a few polo players in the video are seen with SUJÁN Indian Tigers Polo Team jerseys. Sunjay was also part of the same. Tributes from friends and team Earlier this week, Sunjay's final picture was also shared online by his team. He posed with friend and teammate Jaisal Singh in it, hours before the tragedy. "Today we play the final of the Cartier Trophy in the memory of our dear friend Sunjay Kapur who tragically passed away on the field a few days ago. Our Captain and Patron, Jaisal Singh, will mount up with the team to observe a minute's silence in honour of his dear old friend Sunjay, and then sit out as a mark of respect 🙏🏼. This photograph of Sunjay and Jaisal was taken moments before they mounted up to play the semi finals a few days ago. (📷 @polobygarrahan ) RIP Sunjay; you will be missed - your tireless enthusiasm and patronage will be remembered forever by the entire polo community," read the post. Sunjay was cremated in Delhi, his hometown, on Friday. Karisma and her two kids with Sunjay--Samaira and Kiaan--were also part of the last rites, as were Karisma's sister Kareena Kapoor and her husband Saif Ali Khan. A prayer meet will also be held on June 22.
Edinburgh Live
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Prince William's billionaire pal took haunting last photo moments before bee death
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Just moments before a friend of Prince William tragically and suddenly passed away, he was all smiles as he posed for a photo. Sunjay Kapur, 53, died after reportedly swallowing a bee during a polo match, triggering a fatal heart attack. The billionaire is survived by three children and wife Priya Sachdev. The tragic incident took place at the Guard Polo Club in Windsor, a location where William has played the elite horseback sport. READ MORE - Heartbreaking reason Prince Harry changed policy on 'sharing photos of children' READ MORE - King Charles' indicates new royal family 'welcome' with move at Royal Ascot The billionaire was the chairman of global car parts giant Sona Comstar, and had played polo with Prince William previously. In a poignant tribute, the final photo he ever posed for was released by the team he had played against before his death in a touching Instagram post. Sunjay was beaming in the image, as he stood hugging Jaisal Singh - the captain of Sujan Indian Tigers, reports the Mirror. "Today we play the final of the Cartier Trophy in the memory of our dear friend Sunjay Kapur who tragically passed away on the field a few days ago," the Sujan Indian Tigers post read. "Our Captain and Patron, Jaisal Singh, will mount up with the team to observe a minute's silence in honour of his dear old friend Sunjay, and then sit out as a mark of respect," they added. "This photograph of Sunjay and Jaisal was taken moments before they mounted up to play the semi-finals a few days ago." They rounded off the touching tribute by saying, "RIP Sunjay; you will be missed - your tireless enthusiasm and patronage will be remembered forever by the entire polo community." The Aureus team penned a heartfelt tribute to Sunjay, saying: "The Aureus team are all in total and utter shock. Sunjay – you were the life and soul of the Aureus Team – you were a true inspiration and that legacy will remain forever." Despite his privileged upbringing, Sunjay carved out a successful career for himself, turning his business into a key player in the electric vehicle sector. His prowess on the polo field saw him rubbing shoulders with high society and even royalty. His participation in a polo match with Prince William stirred controversy during his first marriage to Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor, who accused him of neglecting their sick infant son to play the game with the future monarch. "(Sunjay) decided to carry on, leaving me behind to take care of our sick four-month-old son, just to play a Polo match with Prince William. I also realised that he had married me only because I was a famous and successful film star, which would facilitate him to be reported in the press. "It came as a surprise that he always wanted to be known in public and be famous, but since he never did any deed worth mentioning, he was not able to garner any attention," Kapoor revealed about her ex-husband. Tragically, while playing polo, it is believed that Kapur was stung by a bee in his mouth, which may have led to anaphylactic shock and ultimately caused his heart to stop.
Extra.ie
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Extra.ie
Final photo of Prince William's friend smiling moments before tragic bee incident
A final image has emerged of billionaire businessman Sunjay Kapur, smiling beside a friend just moments before a freak incident on the polo field tragically claimed his life. Kapur, 53, a longtime friend of Prince William and chairman of global automotive firm Sona Comstar, died from a heart attack after reportedly swallowing a bee during a polo match at the Guards Polo Club in Windsor, England, on June 12. The now-heartbreaking photo shows Kapur with fellow polo enthusiast Jaisal Singh, captain and patron of the Sujan Indian Tigers, just before taking to the field for the subsidiary final of the prestigious Queen's Cup tournament. In a tribute shared by the Sujan Indian Tigers on Instagram, the team said: 'Today we play the final of the Cartier Trophy in the memory of our dear friend Sunjay Kapur who tragically passed away on the field a few days ago. Prince William at The Cenotaph. Pic: Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images 'Our Captain and Patron, Jaisal Singh, will mount up with the team to observe a minute's silence in honour of his dear old friend Sunjay, and then sit out as a mark of respect. 'This photograph of Sunjay and Jaisal was taken moments before they mounted up to play the semi finals a few days ago. 'RIP Sunjay; you will be missed – your tireless enthusiasm and patronage will be remembered forever by the entire polo community.'
Daily Mirror
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Prince William's billionaire pal took haunting photo just before bee sting death
A friend of Prince William, Sunjay Kapur, tragically died after reportedly swallowing a bee at the Guards Polo Club in Windsor. Now the last photo of the billionaire has been released Just moments before a friend of Prince William tragically and suddenly died, he was all smiles as he posed for a photo. Sunjay Kapur, 53, died after reportedly swallowing a bee in the middle of a polo match, triggering a fatal heart attack. The billionaire is survived by three children and wife Priya Sachdev. The heartbreaking incident took place at the Guard Polo Club in Windsor, somewhere William has played the elite horseback sport. The billionaire was the chairman of global car parts giant Sona Comstar, and had played polo with Prince William before. In a moving tribute, the final photo he ever posed for was released by the team he had played against before he died in a touching Instagram post. Sunjay was beaming in the image, as he stood hugging Jaisal Singh - the captain of Sujan Indian Tigers. "Today we play the final of the Cartier Trophy in the memory of our dear friend Sunjay Kapur who tragically passed away on the field a few days ago," the Sujan Indian Tigers post read. "Our Captain and Patron, Jaisal Singh, will mount up with the team to observe a minute's silence in honour of his dear old friend Sunjay, and then sit out as a mark of respect," they added. "This photograph of Sunjay and Jaisal was taken moments before they mounted up to play the semi-finals a few days ago." They rounded off the touching tribute by saying, "RIP Sunjay; you will be missed - your tireless enthusiasm and patronage will be remembered forever by the entire polo community." Sunjay's team wrote their own moving tribute to him: "The Aureus team are all in total and utter shock. Sunjay – you were the life and soul of the Aureus Team – you were a true inspiration and that legacy will remain forever." Despite being born into wealth, Sunjay had a successful career and helped make his business an important supplier in the electric vehicle industry. He was often invited to play polo with society's elite, and even some of the royals. One match he played with Prince William became a point of contention in his first marriage to Bollywood star Karisma Kapoor who claimed he had left their unwell infant son to go and play polo with the future King. "(Sunjay) decided to carry on, leaving me behind to take care of our sick four-month-old son, just to play a Polo match with Prince William. I also realised that he had married me only because I was a famous and successful film star, which would facilitate him to be reported in the press. "It came as a surprise that he always wanted to be known in public and be famous, but since he never did any deed worth mentioning, he was not able to garner any attention," his ex-wife said. While playing polo, it is understood the bee stung Kapur in his mouth, potentially triggering anaphylactic shock that caused his heart to stop.
