Meet Kavya Maran: SunRisers Hyderabad Co-owner and CEO

Who is Kavya Maran?

Kavya Maran, the CEO and co-owner of SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), garnered attention during this year’s IPL auctions and matches. 

With a strong family background, she has been a prominent figure in the public eye.

Family and Background:

Kavya Maran was born on August 6, 1992, in Tamil Nadu, India, into a Hindu family. She is currently 32 years old as of 2024. 

Her father, Kalanithi Maran, is a billionaire media mogul and the chairman and founder of the Sun Group. Alongside her father, she co-owns SRH and took on the role of CEO for the franchise in 2018. 

Her mother, Kavery Maran, holds the position of CEO at Solar TV Community Limited and is one of India’s highest-paid businesswomen. 

Kavya’s family is also connected to influential politicians, including her uncle, Dayanidhi Maran, who is associated with the DMK Party. 

Furthermore, Kalanithi Maran, her father, is the grand-nephew of the former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, Muthuvel Karunanidhi.

Educational Background:

Kavya holds a commerce degree from Stella Maris College in Chennai and an MBA from Warwick Business School in the UK, which equip her well for her multifaceted responsibilities.

Professional Ventures:

Kavya Maran, CEO of SunRisers Hyderabad, at IPL auction
Kavya Maran, CEO of SunRisers Hyderabad, at IPL auction

Beyond her role in managing SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), Kavya is actively involved in the business operations of Sun TV Network.

Kavya Maran’s Net Worth:

With her prominent family background, Kavya Maran boasts a substantial net worth. 

According to the Jan Bharat Times, her net worth is estimated to be USD 50 million (approximately Rs 409 crore). 

Her father, Kalanithi Maran, topped the Tamil Nadu IIFL Wealth Hurun India Rich List 2019 with a net worth of Rs 19,000 crore.

FAQ Section

Q.1 Who is Kavya Maran’s husband?

Kavya, the CEO and co-owner of SunRisers Hyderabad, is not married. Therefore, she does not have a husband or spouse. As of now, she is focused on her career and professional endeavors.

Q.2 Is Kavya Maran a notional crush?

In India, every day people have new crushes, and during the IPL season, they picked Kavya for this title.

Since everyone watches the IPL, they called her the ‘crush’ during the games.

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