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Old Videos of Randhir Kapoor Slamming Sunjay Kapur As "Third Class Man" Go Viral
Updated on: 19 June, 2025 11:08 AM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur
The sudden and tragic death of businessman Sunjay Kapur on June 12, 2025, has sent shockwaves through many circles. The ex-husband of actress Karisma Kapoor passed away after a heart attack, reportedly caused by an allergic reaction to a bee sting during a polo match in England. In the wake of this shocking news, old interviews featuring Karisma`s father, Randhir Kapoor, have resurfaced, where he made some scathing remarks about his former son-in-law.
During this tumultuous period, veteran actor Randhir Kapoor did not mince his words. In a 2016 interview with the Hindustan Times that has now gone viral, he staunchly defended his daughter. Responding to the allegations against Karisma, Randhir Kapoor had said, "Sunjay is a third-class man... Everyone knows our credentials. We are Kapoors. We don`t need to run after anyone`s money. We have been blessed with not only money but also our talent... (It) can support us for the rest of our lives." He further expressed his disapproval of the marriage from the start, stating, "I never wanted Karisma marrying him."
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He lovingly referred to her as an “excellent mother," who was deeply devoted to her children. When asked about the possibility of Karisma remarrying, he said, “I think Lolo (Karisma) is very well settled and happy. I have never discussed the issue of marriage with her, but if she does plan to, she will always have my blessings. But I don’t think she wants to get married.” He added, “She is a happy mother, and if she wants, she can get married any time, but there is no step in that direction right now. She is happy the way she is.”
Despite the personal turmoil, Karisma Kapoor has maintained a dignified silence and has successfully returned to her acting career. As the family navigates this difficult time, the resurfaced videos serve as a stark reminder of a painful chapter.
A Contentious Past
Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur tied the knot in 2003, but their marriage ended in a bitter and public divorce, finalised in 2016. The legal battle was fraught with accusations, with Karisma alleging domestic violence and Sunjay claiming she married him for his wealth.During this tumultuous period, veteran actor Randhir Kapoor did not mince his words. In a 2016 interview with the Hindustan Times that has now gone viral, he staunchly defended his daughter. Responding to the allegations against Karisma, Randhir Kapoor had said, "Sunjay is a third-class man... Everyone knows our credentials. We are Kapoors. We don`t need to run after anyone`s money. We have been blessed with not only money but also our talent... (It) can support us for the rest of our lives." He further expressed his disapproval of the marriage from the start, stating, "I never wanted Karisma marrying him."
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Randhir Kapoor on Karisma`s Life Post-Divorce
Following the divorce, Karisma chose to remain single, focusing on raising her two children, Samaira and Kiaan. Sunjay, on the other hand, remarried. In a 2017 interview, Randhir Kapoor spoke about his daughter`s life, expressing his unwavering support for her choices.He lovingly referred to her as an “excellent mother," who was deeply devoted to her children. When asked about the possibility of Karisma remarrying, he said, “I think Lolo (Karisma) is very well settled and happy. I have never discussed the issue of marriage with her, but if she does plan to, she will always have my blessings. But I don’t think she wants to get married.” He added, “She is a happy mother, and if she wants, she can get married any time, but there is no step in that direction right now. She is happy the way she is.”
Despite the personal turmoil, Karisma Kapoor has maintained a dignified silence and has successfully returned to her acting career. As the family navigates this difficult time, the resurfaced videos serve as a stark reminder of a painful chapter.
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