Who is Priya Sachdev? Know about the late Sunjay Kapur's 3rd wife's education qualification, career, and more
Know about Priya Sachdev: As the elegant model-turned-actor wife of the late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, Priya Sachdev has gained prominence in Bollywood circles and business headlines. In addition to navigating high-profile relationships, public attention, and emotional resilience, Priya is remembered for her elegance and glitz.
She is still a fascinating character in her own right, whether she was on screen with Kareena Kapoor early in her career or has been with Sunjay more recently.
Her narrative is a testament to change, perseverance, and connection in the face of loss, as fashion and social circles take note. Discover why the public finds Priya Sachdev's life, which is entwined with celebrity, family, and reinvention, so fascinating by reading on.
Who is Priya Sachdev?
Priya Sachdev is a well-known Indian-American model, actress, and successful businesswoman who was the late industrialist Sunjay Kapur's second wife. She was born in New York on December 15, 1977, and grew up in Delhi. Priya had a daughter named Safira from her former marriage to hotelier Vikram Chatwal, which lasted from 2006 to 2011.
Later, in April 2017, she wed Sunjay Kapur, and in December 2018, they welcomed a son, Azarias.
In private, Priya is regarded as a graceful person in Bollywood and fashion circles, and she has close ties to her blended family, which includes Karisma Kapoor's kids.
Priya Sachdev's education qualification
Priya Sachdev's career
In the 2000s, she began working in the entertainment sector as a model for a number of advertisements and commercials, such as Lux Body Wash by Kareena Kapoor.
Priya went on to make her Bollywood debut, which is still her only movie to this day.
In the 2005 film Neal 'n' Nikki, directed by Yash Raj, she played a supporting role. She played the on-screen romantic interest of the main actor, Uday Chopra. Actor Tanishaa Mukherji, Kajol's sister, also starred in the movie.
Priya Sachdev has made a name for herself in the fashion sector and owns a number of upscale fashion boutiques throughout India, in addition to her previous film roles. She is also active on social media, where she regularly posts inspirational stuff, particularly fitness-related content, and shares pictures of herself with her family.
Priya Sachdev's family
Priya married industrialist Sunjay Kapur in April 2017, becoming his third wife following his previous marriages to Nandita Mahtani and Karisma Kapoor. The couple welcomed a son named Azarias in December 2018. From her first marriage to hotelier and actor Vikram Chatwal, Priya has a daughter named Safira.
Sunjay Kapur's death
According to sources, Sunjay passed away after inadvertently ingesting a bee, which may have caused inflammation.
Sona Comstar, the chairman of the auto components company, had earlier verified the news of Sunjay Kapur's passing.
In a regulatory statement, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd (Sona Comstar) stated, "With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our esteemed Chairman and Non-Executive Director, Sunjay Kapur, on June 12, 2025, in England, United Kingdom."
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