Heir Wars: Sanjay Kapur’s Family Torn Apart as Stepmother and Stepdaughter Launch Surprise Claim on Rs 40 Crore Inheritance

The sudden passing of Sanjay Kapur, prominent businessman and former husband of Bollywood star Karisma Kapoor, has unleashed a storm of controversy and family strife over the fate of his impressive ₹40 crore inheritance. What initially seemed to be a family united in mourning has now splintered into a fierce legal and emotional battle, with each faction leveraging personal connections and social media signals to secure the coveted fortune.

The Players and Their Claims

Sanjay Kapur’s complicated personal life set the stage for this unexpected inheritance drama. After his high-profile divorce from Karisma Kapoor, with whom he shared two children, Sanjay remarried twice. His third and last marriage was to Priya Sachdev, herself a public figure with a history just as complex. Priya entered the Kapur household not only as Sanjay’s wife but also brought along her then eight-year-old daughter, Safira, from her first marriage to businessman Vikram Chatwal.

Legally, Sanjay’s biological children with Karisma had the most clear-cut claim to his estate. Priya’s direct share, as his wife, was also expected. But no one predicted the bold moves that followed Sanjay’s sudden demise.

The Social Media Chess Game

Shortly after Sanjay Kapur’s death, the family’s unity began to unravel publicly, and much of the intrigue played out on social media. Priya Sachdev updated her Instagram name, adding “Kapur” to her profile—an unmistakable signal that she intended to emphasize (and possibly formalize) her claim to the family fortune.

Surprisingly, Priya’s daughter Safira soon followed suit. She quietly dropped “Chatwal”—her biological father’s surname—from her social media, now identifying simply as “Safira.” Combined with Priya’s rebranding, this move raised eyebrows among both family members and the public. Speculation mounted that Priya was orchestrating a campaign to portray Safira as Sanjay’s daughter in every way that mattered—thus trying to secure a share of the inheritance for her as well.

Sanjay’s Mother Raises Doubts and Demands Answers

Fueling this modern-day family drama is Sanjay’s mother, Rani Kapoor. Grieving her son’s loss, the grieving matriarch has called her son’s death suspicious. She’s publicly demanded a full investigation, suggesting that her son may have fallen victim to foul play due to the massive property at stake. Additionally, Rani Kapoor contends that her status as the senior familial figure gives her the authority over the disputed property, further intensifying the legal quagmire.

Karisma and Priya: From Mourning to War

At Sanjay’s funeral, there appeared to be a sense of shared loss between his ex-wife Karisma and widow Priya. However, as the days have passed, that temporary truce has turned into bitter rivalry. Karisma is reportedly staying in Delhi with her children, perhaps to keep a close watch on legal proceedings and to ensure her children’s inheritance is protected. Both women, according to sources close to the family, have begun positioning their respective children as the primary heirs to Sanjay’s fortune, signaling a fight that could drag on for years in the courts.

The real twist, however, lies in Priya’s strategic positioning of her daughter Safira—who has no legal right to Sanjay’s estate as she is not his biological child nor adopted by him. Priya, some insiders claim, is circulating the story that Safira was “like a real daughter” to Sanjay, possibly hoping to sway public opinion or create grounds for a legal challenge for a share of the fortune.

The Human Cost of a Fortune

What makes this battle so riveting, and tragic, is the transformation it has forced upon all involved. Family love and unity, displayed at Sanjay’s funeral, have quickly deteriorated under the weight of suspicion and greed. Children who were once seen as the glue of blended households are now being turned into legal weapons in a contentious war over inheritance.

This inheritance squabble isn’t just a legal matter—it has deeply personal consequences for all involved. Long-buried secrets, bitter jealousies, and old wounds have resurfaced, tearing at the fabric of the family. What once may have been a sanctuary of comfort is now a battlefield.

What Lies Ahead

As lawyers are brought in and investigative authorities begin to probe the circumstances of Sanjay’s passing—as demanded by his mother—further twists appear inevitable. Priya Sachdev’s daring maneuvers, her daughter’s sudden identity change, and Karisma’s protective stance over her children ensure this is one inheritance drama that won’t be resolved quietly or soon.

Will the courts recognize Safira as a legitimate heir? Will Priya succeed in her quest for the lion’s share of Sanjay’s assets? Can Karisma protect her children’s inheritance amid the swirling claims and counterclaims? And will the truth about Sanjay’s death ever come to light?

For now, one thing is clear: in the high-stakes world of family fortunes, the fight for Sanjay Kapur’s legacy has only just begun—and all the players are in it for keeps.