Kavya Maran Biography, Net Worth, Age, Boyfriend, Family, Career In 2025
Who is Kavya Maran?
The IPL has become an important stage for Kavya Maran, who is sharply adored by early SRH fans. Comfortably at home at cricket grounds, she also makes crucial decisions and strategies for the franchise and the junior outfit called Sunrisers Eastern Cape, which participates in the SA20 league in South Africa. Her active participation and immense love for the game find expression through her presence in every match.
Professional Background and Education
Kavya Maran is the Chief Executive Officer of Sunrisers Hyderabad and Executive Director of Sun TV Network Limited. She was working in a more operational role for Sun TV and Sun Music in the early part of her career. Born in Chennai on August 6, 1992, she completed her undergraduate education at Stella Maris College before completing her management studies at Warwick Business School, UK. Since taking over the reins of SRH in 2018, she has been pivotal in crafting a strong squad for the IPL.
Family and Personal Life
She comes from an old and established business and political family. Her father is Kalanithi Maran, chairman and founder of Sun Group, which is a major entertainment conglomerate with interests in TV, newspapers, FM radio, and film. Her mother is Kavery Maran, CEO of Sun TV Network. Her grandfather, Murasoli Maran, was a senior DMK leader and former union minister, and her uncle is Dayanidhi Maran, who is actively participating in politics. Kavya has no siblings; however, her cousins, Karan and Divya, started K-kix Sneakers.
Net Worth and Business Ventures
Kavya Maran is endowed with a sharp business mind and is reckoned to have a net worth of ₹409 crore. Major assets of hers are her stake in SRH, investments in Sun Group's gigantic umbrella of media holdings, and some fine luxury assets, including high-end cars. She also has interests in upcoming ventures in the digital and OTT platform space like Sun NXT.
Awards and Recognition
Kavya has been widely recognized for her leadership and influence. She received the Devi Award in 2024 for her role in SRH’s growth, was featured in India Today’s 100 Women Achievers (2023), and ranked #46 in Fortune India’s Most Powerful Women in Business (2025). She was also listed in GQ India’s 35 Most Influential Young Indians.
Private Life and Social Media
Despite her fame, Kavya prefers to keep her personal life private and has no official presence on Instagram or X (formerly Twitter). Although rumoured to be linked with music composer Anirudh Ravichander, no official confirmation has been made.