Travel Influencer Anunay Sood Dies at 32
Anunay Sood, a prominent Dubai-based travel influencer, passed away at the age of 32 in Las Vegas, according to his family. The cause of his death has not been disclosed.
Career Highlights
Anunay was widely known for his captivating travel visuals, drone photography, and adventure content. He amassed a following of 1.4 million on Instagram and 380,000 subscribers on YouTube. His work often involved collaborations with international tourism boards and various brands.
He was featured in Forbes India’s Top 100 Digital Stars for three consecutive years: 2022, 2023, and 2024. Forbes described him as a Dubai-based photographer who started by sharing his travel experiences on Instagram before founding a marketing firm.
Early Journey
Anunay's influencer journey began with a simple, unpolished vlog in Spiti. His initial videos included his March trip to Chandrataal, where he wore canvas shoes and walked through knee-deep snow. Each mountain trip deepened his passion for photography, motivating him to build a career out of it through engaging storytelling on social media.
Family Background
- Parents: Ritu and Rahul Sood Kuthiala
- Sisters: Rachita Sood and Ishita Sood
"Anunay's journey as an influencer began with a naive and silly attempt at a vlog in Spiti, where he only had to try seven times to reach ‘paradise’."
Summary: Anunay Sood was a gifted travel influencer known for his breathtaking visuals and storytelling, whose unexpected death at 32 has saddened his global community.