Travel influencer and photographer Anunay Sood has passed away at the age of 32. His family confirmed the news on social media, requesting privacy as they cope with the loss. They shared a brief note expressing deep sorrow and urged well-wishers to respect their space during this difficult time.
His last days and final post
Anunay was reportedly in Las Vegas in the days leading to his passing. His last Instagram post referenced spending the weekend “surrounded by legends and dream machines,” suggesting he was attending a high-profile auto or motorsport event. The cause of his death has not been made public yet.
A rising voice in travel content
Based in Dubai, Anunay built a loyal audience through cinematic travel photography, honest storytelling and destination-focused vlogs. He had over 1.4 million followers on Instagram and lakhs of subscribers on YouTube.
He travelled to more than 30 countries and worked with multiple tourism boards and global lifestyle brands. He was also featured multiple times in Forbes India’s Top 100 Digital Stars list, highlighting his influence in India’s creator ecosystem.
Tributes pour in
News of his passing has led to an outpouring of grief from friends, fellow creators and followers. Many influencers described him as warm, grounded and generous with advice.
Fans remembered his ability to inspire travel, freedom and curiosity through his work. Several posts shared personal memories, describing him as someone who encouraged others to chase experiences over possessions.
The journey he shaped
Anunay’s content blended adventure with aspiration, documenting everything from remote mountain treks to luxury travel escapes.
He also co-founded a digital media and marketing agency in Dubai, working behind the scenes to help brands and creators grow their presence online.
For many young travellers and photographers, he represented what could happen when passion meets discipline.
A quiet reminder
While the cause of his death remains undisclosed, his sudden passing has brought to the forefront the fragility of life. The travel and creator community continues to share condolences and memories, reflecting on the legacy he leaves behind — one of exploration, creativity and living boldly.