Kavya Maran (born 6 August 1992) is an Indian businessperson, CEO and co-owner[1] of Sunrisers Hyderabad in Indian Premier League (IPL)[2] and Sunrisers Eastern Cape in SA20 League. She is the daughter of Kalanithi Maran, the chairman and founder of the Sun Group.[3][4]
Kavya Maran | |
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| Born | Kaviya Kalanithi Maran 6 August 1992 |
| Education | Stella Maris College, Chennai, Warwick Business School (MBA) |
| Occupation(s) | • Businessperson • CEO of Sunrisers Hyderabad and Eastern Cape |
| Years active | 2018-present |
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Early life education
editShe was born in Chennai and graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Stella Maris College in Chennai in 2012. In 2016, she obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the Warwick Business School.[5]
Career
editKavya joined the Sun Group, the conglomerate founded by her father, which is one of the largest media networks in Asia.[6] She began her professional journey by overseeing operations of Sun TV Network and Sun Music,[6] among other FM channels under the Sun Group umbrella.
In 2018, she was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sunrisers Hyderabad,[6] the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise owned by the Sun Group. Under her leadership, the team has seen both successes and challenges in the league.
Awards
editIn January 2024, Kavya was awarded the 'Face and Force Behind Sunrisers Hyderabad[7]' at the Devi Awards,[8] in recognition of her significant contributions to the franchise.
Net Worth
editKavya's net worth is estimated to be around $50 million[9] (approximately Rs. 409 crore), making her one of the wealthiest young businesswomen in India.[10]
References
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- ^ "SRH CEO Kavya Maran's Education, Net Worth". India.com. 25 April 2024. Archived from the original on 14 May 2024. Retrieved 22 May 2024.
- ^ a b c "Sun TV Network inducts Kaviya Maran to its Board; names R Mahesh Kumar as Managing Director". 22 March 2019. Archived from the original on 1 May 2024. Retrieved 1 May 2024.
- ^ S, Praveen Kumar (26 January 2024). "Devi Awards 2024: Of women, grit, grace and glory". Indulgexpress. Archived from the original on 1 May 2024. Retrieved 1 May 2024.
- ^ Kumar, Praveen (25 January 2024). "Devi Awards 2024: Of women, grit and glory". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 2 May 2024. Retrieved 1 May 2024.
- ^ "SRH Owner Kavya Maran's Net Worth". Deccan Chronicles. 27 May 2024. Retrieved 27 May 2024.
- ^ Livemint (19 December 2023). "IPL Auction 2024: Meet Kavya Maran, the CEO of SunRisers Hyderabad". mint. Archived from the original on 26 April 2024. Retrieved 1 May 2024.