From Trophy Wife To UK Trip Row: 6 Serious Allegations Karisma Kapoor Made Against Ex-Husband Sunjay Kapur

As Karisma Kapoor celebrates her birthday, fans continue to admire her for a career that made her one of Bollywood's biggest stars in the 1990s and early 2000s. However, beyond the glamour and success, the actress also endured one of the most bitter divorce battles in the entertainment industry.

Karisma married businessman Sunjay Kapur in September 2003. At the time, the wedding was considered one of the biggest celebrity marriages in the country. However, the relationship ended in divorce in 2016. During the legal proceedings, Karisma levelled several serious allegations against Sunjay in a domestic violence application filed before a Mumbai court.

The allegations were part of a legal dispute and were never established as facts in a court verdict. Nevertheless, they drew significant public attention.

The 'Auctioning Me Among His Friends' Allegation

One of the most shocking claims Karisma Kapoor made during the divorce proceedings was that she felt objectified by her then-husband's behaviour.

According to her court filing, Sunjay Kapur once asked her to spend a night with one of his friends. The actress claimed that when she refused, an argument broke out between the couple. She further alleged that Sunjay discussed her with his friends in a manner that made her feel as though she was being treated like an object rather than a spouse.

Karisma reportedly claimed that the incident made her feel she was not being treated with dignity within the marriage.

'He Married Me For Publicity'

Perhaps the most startling allegation made by Karisma was her claim that Sunjay married her because of her celebrity status. She alleged that she was used as a "trophy wife" in Delhi's elite social circles.

"I also realised that he had married me only because I was a famous and successful film star, which would facilitate him being reported in the press," Karisma stated in her plea.

She further alleged, "The ulterior plan was to flaunt me as his trophy wife in the elitist social circle in Delhi where he was trying to gain prominence at that time."

The statement became one of the most widely discussed aspects of the divorce proceedings and was extensively reported by the media.

Allegations About Their Wedding Period

Karisma's court filing suggested that concerns about her future marriage had emerged even before the wedding ceremony.

According to the actress, an incident involving her mother had deeply disturbed her. She alleged that Sunjay's father behaved in a manner that left her mother upset and in tears.

Karisma claimed that the incident was serious enough for her to consider calling off the wedding. However, she alleged that Sunjay and his family convinced her that it was just a one-time episode. She therefore decided to proceed with the marriage.

Claims Of Financial Discussions Before Honeymoon

Another allegation that grabbed headlines was that Karisma allegedly started feeling humiliated shortly after her marriage. According to the plea, she claimed that just before leaving for their honeymoon, Sunjay was discussing her financial worth with a relative.

The actress alleged that instead of enjoying the early days of their marriage, she found herself disturbed by conversations that reportedly focused on her wealth and financial value.

The Pregnancy And Dress Incident

One of the most shocking allegations in the court documents related to a period after Karisma's pregnancy. The actress alleged that her mother-in-law had gifted her a dress. However, after childbirth, Karisma reportedly found herself unable to fit into the outfit.

She alleged that instead of being understanding, Sunjay reacted harshly and even told his mother, "Why don't you just slap her." Karisma further claimed that her mother-in-law also supported him instead of supporting her.

The actress cited the episode as an example of humiliation and emotional cruelty within the household.

The UK Trip And Prince William Polo Match Claim

Another allegation that received widespread media attention concerned an incident involving their young son. Karisma claimed that in an effort to improve their relationship, she and Sunjay had planned a trip to the United Kingdom in July 2010.

However, she alleged that the trip had to be postponed because their four-month-old son fell ill.

In her plea, Karisma claimed that Sunjay chose not to alter his plans and instead continued with the trip because he wanted to participate in a polo match involving Prince William.

"He decided to carry on, leaving me behind to take care of our sick four-month-old son just to play a polo match with Prince William," she alleged.

Karisma further claimed that even when she later joined him, he would spend long hours away and return only when she was awake caring for their child.

The allegation became one of the most discussed revelations from the court proceedings.

A Marriage That Ended In Court

By 2014, reports of trouble in the marriage had become public. The legal dispute intensified over the next two years, with both Karisma and Sunjay making allegations against each other through their respective legal teams.

In December 2015, Sunjay Kapur filed for divorce. The proceedings soon turned contentious, with multiple legal complaints and counter-allegations emerging from both sides.

Eventually, the couple reached a settlement and were granted a divorce in 2016. The former couple share two children, daughter Samaira and son Kiaan.

Life After Divorce

Following the separation, Karisma largely stayed away from film projects and focused on raising her children. Despite intense media scrutiny surrounding her personal life, she maintained a relatively private lifestyle and continued making selective appearances in films, web projects and reality shows.

Years later, the allegations she made during the divorce proceedings remain among the most talked-about celebrity court battles in Bollywood history.

As Karisma Kapoor marks another birthday, her journey serves as a reminder that behind the success, stardom and public image was a woman navigating a deeply personal and highly public legal battle that captivated the nation.