Dubai-based travel influencer Anunay Sood has passed away at the age of 32, his family confirmed via Instagram.
DUBAI: Popular Dubai-based travel influencer and photographer Anunay Sood has died at the age of 32, his family confirmed in an emotional Instagram post. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
The statement shared on his verified social media account read: “It is with deep sadness that we share the news of our beloved Anunay Sood’s passing. We kindly ask for your understanding and privacy as we navigate this difficult time. We humbly request you to avoid gathering crowd near personal property. Please keep his family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers. May his soul rest in peace.”
Anunay Sood’s death has sent shockwaves through the travel and digital content creator community across the UAE and South Asia. His final Instagram post, shared just days ago from Las Vegas, featured the influencer at a luxury car event. In the caption, he wrote: “Still can’t believe I spent the weekend surrounded by legends and dream machines. Which one would you take for a spin??”
With over 1.4 million followers on Instagram and 380,000 subscribers on YouTube, Sood was widely known for his visually stunning travel content and vlogs. His engaging storytelling and photography earned him a spot on Forbes India’s Top 100 Digital Stars list for three consecutive years, from 2022 to 2024.
According to Forbes, Anunay Sood’s death marks a loss for the global digital travel community. Originally from India, he had made a name for himself internationally from his base in Dubai. Alongside his content creation, he was also the founder of a digital marketing firm, and often collaborated with major tourism and lifestyle brands.
The influencer’s passing has prompted thousands of tributes from fans, fellow influencers, and brand partners. Many described him as “inspirational” and “a visionary creator.”
