Supreme Court Compares Kapoor Family Dispute to Mahabharata

The Supreme Court has made a dramatic comparison between the Kapoor family's ongoing legal battle and the epic Mahabharata, suggesting the complexity of the case is unprecedented. Justice J.B. Pardiwala's remarks came during a hearing related to a petition filed by Rani Kapoor, seeking to halt activities of the RK Family Trust. As mediation efforts led by former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud continue, the court has scheduled the next hearing for May 14. Rani Kapoor's petition also aims to prevent interference in trust operations and halt an upcoming board meeting linked to disputed assets. This case continues to unfold with significant implications for the Kapoor family's legacy.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 12, 2026, 12:44 IST

Supreme Court's Remark on Kapoor Family Dispute

The Supreme Court has drawn a striking parallel between the ongoing explosive dispute involving the Kapoor family and the epic Mahabharata. Justice J.B. Pardiwala remarked that the conflict currently before the court makes the legendary battle of Mahabharata seem minor in comparison. This comment arose during the hearing of a new petition filed by Rani Kapoor, the mother of the late businessman Sanjay Kapoor, which seeks to halt activities related to the contentious RK Family Trust. Meanwhile, mediation proceedings are underway, led by former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud. Justice Pardiwala made this observation on May 12 while addressing a new petition submitted by Rani Kapoor regarding the RK Family Trust and disputes involving other family members. As new allegations concerning the trust's operations and an upcoming company board meeting were presented, Justice Pardiwala stated, 'We have entered a realm where even Mahabharata seems small. We will investigate this matter.'

Next Hearing Scheduled

The court has scheduled the next hearing for May 14. This new lawsuit emerged shortly after the Supreme Court appointed former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud as a mediator to help resolve the escalating complexities between Rani Kapoor and Priya Sachdev Kapoor, the late businessman's third wife, on May 7.

New Petition Regarding Trust and Board Meeting

In her newly filed petition with the Supreme Court, Rani Kapoor has requested the court to issue directives preventing Priya Sachdev Kapoor and several other respondents from interfering in the operations of the RK Family Trust until the mediation proceedings conclude. She has also sought to halt the board meeting scheduled for May 18, which is reportedly linked to a significant portion of the disputed property, following a notice issued by Raghuvanshi Investment Private Limited. According to the petition, the proposed meeting aims to appoint additional directors to the board. Rani Kapoor's attorney informed the court that despite the ongoing mediation, these developments could disrupt the balance of control over family-related entities.