Popular travel influencer and photographer Anunay Sood has passed away, his family confirmed through an Instagram post on Thursday morning. Sood, aged 32, was based in Dubai and had a massive online following across platforms. His recent social media activity indicated that he was in Las Vegas prior to his demise.
The cause of his death has not been revealed.
In the official announcement, Sood’s family expressed grief and urged fans to respect their privacy.
“It is with deep sadness that we share the news of our beloved Anunay Sood’s passing.”
The family also appealed to his followers to avoid gathering near personal property:
“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.”
Who was Anunay Sood?
- Travel influencer & photographer
- 1.4 million+ followers on Instagram
- 3.8 lakh subscribers on YouTube
- Popular for high-quality travel photography, reels, and vlogs
- Featured in Forbes India’s Top 100 Digital Stars in 2022, 2023, and 2024
- As per his Forbes bio, he was Dubai-based and started his journey by documenting travels online
- He also ran a marketing firm
Sood was regarded as one of India’s most prominent travel content creators, known for his visual storytelling and collaborations with global tourism boards and brands.

