Actor Karisma Kapoor’s children, Samaira and Kiaan Raj, have approached the Delhi High Court, contesting their late father’s will, which they claim was forged by their stepmother, Priya Sachdev Kapur.
Key Developments
- Disputed Will: The contested will, dated March 21, reportedly bequeaths Sunjay Kapur’s substantial estate to his third wife, Priya Sachdev Kapur, excluding his children from his second marriage to Karisma Kapoor.
- Allegations of Forgery: Samaira and Kiaan Raj allege that the will contains several discrepancies, including the misspelling of Kiaan’s name and an incorrect address for Samaira. Their legal counsel argues that such errors are uncharacteristic of Sunjay Kapur and suggest the document was not prepared by him.
- Accusations Against Priya Kapur: The children’s lawyer has described Priya Kapur as “an acute gambler” and questioned her role in the preparation of the will. The counsel emphasized the lack of evidence indicating that Sunjay Kapur drafted or approved the document.
Legal Proceedings
- Court Hearings: The Delhi High Court has been hearing the case, with submissions from both parties. The court is expected to continue hearings to determine the authenticity of the contested will.
- Previous Legal Actions: Earlier, the court had allowed Priya Kapur’s application to modify orders related to the will, indicating the complexity of the legal proceedings.
Estate Value
- Estimated Worth: The estate in question is valued at approximately ₹30,000 crore, making this one of the most high-profile inheritance disputes in recent times.
