The unexpected death of prominent industrialist Sunjay Kapur at the age of 53 has left both the corporate and entertainment industries reeling. Sunjay passed away in London after a polo match, reportedly caused by a heart attack triggered by accidentally swallowing a bee.

Sunjay Kapur’s personal life has always been a topic of public interest. He was married three times, each time to a woman from the entertainment or fashion world.

His most recognized marriages were to Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor and model Priya Sachdev. However, few know that his first marriage was to renowned fashion designer and socialite Nandita Mahtani in the 1990s.

Nandita Mahtani: The First Wife of Sunjay Kapur

Nandita Mahtani, Sunjay’s first wife, tied the knot with him in 1996. A well-known Delhi-based socialite, Nandita comes from a prominent business family.

Her brother, Bharat Mahtani, is a businessman, and her sister, Anu Mahtani, is married to billionaire Sanjay Hinduja. The couple’s marriage lasted only four years, and their divorce was finalized in 2000.

Beyond her marriage to Sunjay, Nandita Mahtani gained attention for her relationships in the entertainment world. She was reportedly in a relationship with actor Dino Morea during the 2000s and briefly dated Ranbir Kapoor, cousin of Karisma Kapoor.

Ranbir once shared in an interview that he had a major crush on her growing up, describing her as “beautiful, simple, and warm.” In 2017, Nandita got engaged to actor Vidyut Jammwal, but the two eventually parted ways.

Nandita Mahtani’s Career as a Celebrity Stylist

Professionally, Nandita is a celebrated fashion designer and co-owns the brand Playground with Dino Morea. Since 2012, she has worked as a stylist for several Bollywood stars and is best known for styling Indian cricketer Virat Kohli.

In a 2019 interview, she praised Kohli’s minimalist and sporty fashion sense, noting that his strong personality influenced his refined style choices.

Sunjay Kapur’s marriage to Karisma Kapoor began in 2003 and ended with a divorce in 2016 after a lengthy legal battle. The former couple shares two children — Samaira and Kiaan. In 2017, Sunjay married Priya Sachdev, with whom he had a son named Azarias. His untimely death leaves a significant void in both his family and the business community.