A look at Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur’s daughter, Samaira’s educational qualifications

The sudden passing of businessman Sunjay Kapur has left the business world and Bollywood in mourning. The 50-something Chairman of Sona Comstar, a prominent name in India’s automotive sector, reportedly succumbed to a heart attack during a polo match in England on Thursday. His untimely demise has left netizens and film industry insiders in shock. While much is known about his marriage to actress Karisma Kapoor and their high-profile divorce, attention now turns to their children, especially their eldest, Samaira Kapoor, who is quietly forging her own path away from the spotlight.

Who is Samaira Kapoor?

Samaira, the elder child of Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur, has maintained a relatively low profile despite being born into two illustrious legacies — Bollywood and business. According to her LinkedIn profile, she completed her schooling at the American School of Bombay, Mumbai. Currently, she is pursuing her undergraduate degree at Tufts University in Massachusetts, USA. Samaira appears to be deeply focused on her academic journey and maintains a low-key profile.

Sunjay Kapur: An elite education and corporate legacy

Born into an influential business family, Sunjay Kapur was a key figure in India’s automotive sector. He attended The Doon School in Dehradun before earning a BBA in Corporate Strategy and Human Resource Management from the University of Buckingham. He further enhanced his academic profile with advanced studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and an executive program from Harvard Business School.

The Karisma-Sunjay relationship and co-parenting journey

Sunjay and Karisma tied the knot in 2003 in a lavish ceremony that was widely covered by the media. They went on to have two children, Samaira in 2005 and Kiaan in 2010. Later, the couple filed for divorce in 2014, and it was finalised in 2016. Despite their separation, both Karisma and Sunjay remained actively involved in raising their children.



One of the most touching moments in their post-divorce dynamic came in March 2023, when both parents, along with Sunjay’s third wife, Priya Sachdev, united to celebrate Samaira’s 18th birthday. Sunjay attended the celebration with Priya and their son, Azarius, reflecting a blended family that had found a rhythm of mutual respect and affection.

A proud father’s final tribute

On the occasion of Samaira’s milestone 18th birthday, Sunjay had penned a heartfelt message on X. In it, he expressed his immense pride and affection for his daughter, urging her to embrace adulthood with responsibility and joy.