The death of businessman Sanjay Kapur in the United Kingdom on June 12, 2025, has spiraled into a high-stakes legal war over his vast estate, estimated to be worth a staggering Rs 30,000 crore. Months after his demise, the inheritance battle has taken a dramatic new turn with his mother, Rani Kapur, joining forces with his ex-wife, actress Karisma Kapoor, to challenge the validity of his will.
Mother and Ex-Wife Allege Will Forgery
At the heart of the dispute is the allegation that Sanjay Kapur's will, which reportedly names his widow, Priya Sachdev, as the sole beneficiary, was forged after his death. Karisma Kapoor, on behalf of their two children, Samaira and Kiaan Kapur, had previously sought an interim injunction to prevent Priya from alienating them from their father's assets. They argued the document was not genuine.
This claim has now found a powerful ally in Rani Kapur, the late businessman's mother. In a significant development, she has formally entered the legal fray, questioning the very authenticity of her son's last testament. Rani Kapur has expressed shock and disbelief that the will completely omits her, stating it is inconceivable that her son would leave her with nothing.
Rani Kapur's Emotional Plea in Delhi High Court
According to reports from the TOI Delhi city desk, Rani Kapur submitted an appeal before Justice Jyoti Singh of the Delhi High Court. Her legal representative, advocate Vaibhav Gaggar, presented her case, highlighting a profound sense of betrayal. The lawyer stated that Rani was never informed about the existence of the will and was devastated to find no mention of herself in the document.
"He (Sanjay) would have at least mentioned in the will that he did not want to give anything to his mother," Gaggar argued. "There is not even a whisper about the mother in the will. She has no ownership in the company built by her husband, which was exclusively left to her." The petition underscores that Sanjay had publicly acknowledged that he owed his success to his mother, making the omission even more suspicious.
Marital Strife and Concealed Assets Fuel Suspicion
The legal challenge delves deeper into Sanjay Kapur's personal life to cast doubt on the will's legitimacy. The petition points to alleged marital troubles between Sanjay and Priya Sachdev since May 2023, arguing it was highly improbable for him to leave his entire personal estate solely to her under such circumstances.
"It is highly unlikely that Sanjay would make Priya the sole beneficiary of his personal estate," the lawyer contended, adding that Sanjay shared a beautiful bond with his children and held immense love and respect for his mother and the wider Kapur family.
Furthermore, Priya Sachdev faces accusations of not providing the court with a complete inventory of her late husband's assets. It is alleged that she omitted significant items, including valuable paintings, watches, bank balances, mutual funds, life insurance policies, and rental income from the disclosed list.
The case, which has captivated public attention due to the enormous wealth and high-profile names involved, will see its next hearing on December 3. The court's proceedings will continue to scrutinize the allegations of forgery and concealment in this complex family and financial drama.
Disclaimer: The details presented are based on allegations made in a legal hearing as reported by third-party sources. These are not proven facts. The case is sub-judice, and a final verdict is yet to be delivered.
