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Court grants time to Priya Kapur to reply to Sunjay Kapur’s sister Mandhira’s plea seeking documents

Court grants time to Priya Kapur to reply to Sunjay Kapur’s sister Mandhira’s plea seeking documents

The inheritance dispute surrounding late businessman Sunjay Kapur’s estate has taken yet another turn. In January, Priya Kapur filed a criminal defamation complaint against Mandhira Kapur Smith and another individual for public attacks against her on digital platforms. Earlier this month, the Patiala House Court heard arguments on an application moved by Mandhira seeking the production of certain documents from Priya in connection with an ongoing defamation complaint. Now, as per the latest update on news agency ANI, the Patiala Court granted time to Priya Kapur to file a reply to the application. Sunjay Kapur’s wife Priya Kapur has said that Mandhira’s recent remarks have caused ‘serious reputational harm.’ Latest update on the application Mandhira has filed an application requesting that certain documents be produced before the court. Additional Chief Judicial (ACJM) Siddhant Sihag granted time to the counsel for filing the reply, if any, he wishes to file. Mandhira Kapur appeared through video conferencing during the hearing. Senior advocate Maninder Singh, along with advocates Smriti Asmita and Jhanvi Narang, appeared for Priya Kapur. Advocate …

Sunjay Kapur estate dispute: Sister Mandhira Kapur responds to Priya Sachdev’s defamation complaint

Sunjay Kapur estate dispute: Sister Mandhira Kapur responds to Priya Sachdev’s defamation complaint

The legal battle surrounding the estate of late businessman Sunjay Kapur continues to play out in court. The case now involves his sister Mandhira Kapur Smith and his widow Priya Sachdev Kapur, who are currently facing off in a defamation case connected to public statements made about the family and its legacy. Sunjay Kapur with sister Mandhira Kapur; Sunjay and Priya Sachdev At a recent hearing in the Patiala House Court, Mandhira submitted her reply to the criminal defamation complaint filed against her by Priya. Along with the response, she also filed an application requesting the court to direct the complainant to produce certain documents that she believes are relevant to the case. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Siddhant Sihag heard preliminary arguments related to the application and scheduled the next hearing for March 30, 2026. The court also granted time to counsel for the proposed accused, Pooja Chaudhary, to submit a reply. Dispute over request for documents During the proceedings, Senior Advocate Maninder Singh, representing Priya Sachdev Kapur, opposed Mandhira’s application. He argued before the …

Sunjay Kapur’s sister Mandhira Kapur Smith files reply on defamation complaint filed by Priya Kapur

Sunjay Kapur’s sister Mandhira Kapur Smith files reply on defamation complaint filed by Priya Kapur

The inheritance dispute surrounding late businessman Sunjay Kapur’s estate has taken yet another turn. In January, Priya Kapur filed a criminal defamation complaint against Mandhira Kapur Smith and another individual for public attacks against her on digital platforms. Sunjay Kapur’s wife Priya Kapur had earlier said that Mandhira’s remarks caused ‘serious reputational harm.’ As per the latest update on news agency ANI, the Patiala House Court on Thursday heard arguments on an application moved by Mandhira seeking the production of certain documents from Priya in connection with an ongoing defamation complaint. (Also read: Priya Kapur files criminal defamation case against Sunjay Kapur’s sister Mandhira Kapur Smith, cites ‘personal attacks’) Update on defamation case The report states that Mandhira appeared before the court and filed her reply to the defamation complaint. Along with her reply, Mandhira has also moved an application seeking directions for the production of certain documents from the complainant. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM) Siddhant Sihag heard the preliminary arguments on the application. The court listed the matter for further hearing and arguments …

Exercise restraint, don’t make statements on each other: Delhi HC tells Sunjay Kapur’s wife, sister

Exercise restraint, don’t make statements on each other: Delhi HC tells Sunjay Kapur’s wife, sister

New Delhi, The Delhi High Court on Tuesday restrained late industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s wife Priya S Kapur and sister Mandhira Kapur Smith from making statements against each other. Exercise restraint, don’t make statements on each other: Delhi HC tells Sunjay Kapur’s wife, sister Justice Mini Pushkarna passed the order on a lawsuit by Priya Kapur against her sister-in-law, Madhira Kapur Smith, alleging a continuous, malicious, and defamatory campaign by her sister-in-law through podcasts, interviews, social media posts, and public statements. “Both parties are directed to exercise restraint in making statements on each other, directly or indirectly,” the judge said. The court also issued a summons to Smith and podcast host Pooja Chaudhri on the lawsuit and listed the matter for hearing in May. The senior counsel appearing for Priya Kapur said her sister-in-law uploaded and shared content on social media to tarnish her reputation. Smith’s lawyer, on the other hand, said there was a “concerted media vilification campaign” against her. In her lawsuit, Priya Kapur said that within days of Sunjay Kapur’s demise, his sister …

Delhi HC issues notice after Sunjay Kapur’s wife Priya files application to dismiss MIL Rani Kapur’s suit

Delhi HC issues notice after Sunjay Kapur’s wife Priya files application to dismiss MIL Rani Kapur’s suit

The feud over late industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s estate took a new turn after his mother, Rani Kapur, moved the Delhi high court, seeking to declare a family trust named after her as null and void, alleging it was fraudulently constituted and used to illegally transfer her assets. Sunjay Kapur with his wife Priya Kapur and mother Rani Kapur in happier times. Delhi HC seeks reply from Rani Kapur As per the latest update by news agency ANI, the Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued notice on applications filed by Priya Kapur seeking dismissal of a suit filed by her mother-in-law Rani Kapur, in which allegations were made that she and others had orchestrated a “fraudulent family trust”. Justice Mini Pushkarna has granted Rani Kapur a timeline to file her response within four weeks. Priya Kapur was also permitted to file a rejoinder, if any, within two weeks thereafter. Moreover, the Court also issued notice to Rani Kapur on another application moved by Priya Kapur alleging that her mother-in-law had committed perjury. Senior Advocate Akhil Sibal, appearing …

Sunjay Kapur’s family’s inheritance dispute gets FINAL judgement? HC orders to…

Sunjay Kapur’s family’s inheritance dispute gets FINAL judgement? HC orders to…

Sunjay Kapur’s family’s inheritance dispute gets FINAL judgement? HC orders to… Home News and Gossip Sunjay Kapur’s family’s inheritance dispute gets FINAL judgement? HC orders to… Months after Sunjay Kapur’s death, the family inheritance dispute remained unsolved. Now, the court’s order has given a new turn to the case. The Delhi High Court is hearing a petition challenging the legacy of late Bollywood actor Sunjay Kapur. The petition was filed by Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur’s children, Samaira and Kiaan Raj Kapur. Now this matter has become quite complicated, because almost all the members of the Kapur family are seen standing against each other. Sunjay Kapur’s property is estimated to be worth about 30 thousand crore rupees, about which there is a deep dispute in the family. In the hearing held on February 10, 2026, the court advised the family to adopt the path of mutual dialogue and compromise. What did the court say about Sunjay Kapur’s wealth? During …

Delhi HC to Sunjay Kapur’s mother, wife| India News

Delhi HC to Sunjay Kapur’s mother, wife| India News

New Delhi, The Delhi High Court on Tuesday asked the mother, wife and family members of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur to “peacefully” resolve their differences and not let God’s “blessing” of financial wealth turn into a “curse”. Resolve disputes peacefully: Delhi HC to Sunjay Kapur’s mother, wife Calling it a “sorry” situation, Justice Mini Pushkarna observed that the family members, who are in litigation with each other over their estate, were grieving and efforts should be made to be respectful of each other. The judge therefore asked the senior counsel appearing for Sunjay Kapur’s mother, wife as well as sister to sit together to resolve the issues in a manner that everyone’s interest was safeguarded. “Any chance of mediation? Dirty linen is being washed in court. God has blessed you with financial wealth,” the court said during the hearing. “All of you should try to respect relations …Way forward is resolution in a peaceful manner. Blessing should not become a curse. Efforts need to be from both sides,” the court orally observed. The court was …

‘God’s given you wealth’: HC asks if Priya Kapur, MIL’s battle for Sunjay Kapur’s trust can be sorted through mediation

‘God’s given you wealth’: HC asks if Priya Kapur, MIL’s battle for Sunjay Kapur’s trust can be sorted through mediation

On Tuesday, the Delhi High Court remarked on the legal battle for late industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s estate. The HC described the contention between his mother Rani Kapur, his wife Priya Sachdev Kapur and others involved in the dispute over the Rani Kapur Family Trust as a ‘sorry’ state of affairs, reminding them of their ‘God given wealth’. Sunjay Kapur with his wife Priya Kapur and mother Rani Kapur in happier times. Delhi HC suggests Priya Kapur, Rani Kapur resolve matter through mediation The HC, on Tuesday, suggested that Rani, Priya and others, including Karisma Kapoor’s children, resolve their disputes through mediation. A bench led by Justice Mini Pushkarna observed that all parties had suffered and were grieving in different ways after Sunjay’s death. It was emphasised that the family should move forward respectfully and maintain their relations. The bench asked the counsels to seek instructions if the matter can be sent to mediation. Judge describes it as a ‘sorry state of affairs’, reminds parties of their wealth The judge asked in court if the matter …

Delhi High Court Summons Priya Sachdev Kapur In Rani Kapur’s Suit Over Family Trust Dispute | India News

Delhi High Court Summons Priya Sachdev Kapur In Rani Kapur’s Suit Over Family Trust Dispute | India News

Last Updated:January 29, 2026, 12:58 IST The Delhi High Court has issued summons to Priya Sachdev Kapur and notice on Rani Kapur’s interim relief plea in a fresh suit challenging the RK Family Trust. Priya Kapur, wife of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur (File photo/PTI) The Delhi High Court on Thursday issued summons to Priya Sachdev Kapur in a fresh civil suit filed by Rani Kapur, the mother of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, over the creation and functioning of the RK Family Trust. The court has also issued notice on Rani Kapur’s application seeking interim relief and said it has granted Priya Kapur and the other respondents an opportunity to file their responses to the plea. Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit First Published: January 29, 2026, 12:54 IST News india Delhi High Court Summons Priya Sachdev Kapur In Rani Kapur’s Suit Over Family Trust Dispute Disclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 …

Delhi HC issues summons to Priya Kapur on plea by Sunjay Kapur’s mother over trust fund

Delhi HC issues summons to Priya Kapur on plea by Sunjay Kapur’s mother over trust fund

The feud over late industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s estate took a new turn after his mother, Rani Kapur, moved the Delhi high court, seeking to declare a family trust named after her as null and void, alleging it was fraudulently constituted and used to illegally transfer her assets. As per the latest update by news agency ANI, Justice Vikas Mahajan of the Delhi High Court on Wednesday recused himself from hearing a civil suit filed by Rani Kapur. Sunjay, who was the chairperson of Sona Comstar, died of cardiac arrest in June, 2025. (X/Sunjay Kapur) New update on the dispute The Court has now directed that the matter be listed before another Bench on Thursday (January 29). The court refused to pass an order immediately directing status quo with respect to the Rani Kapur Family Trust, which existed prior to the death of late businessman Sunjay Kapur. A bench of justice Mini Pushkarna, however, issued summons in Rani’s suit seeking to cancel the RK Family trust and sought the response of Priya Kapur and 22 others. …