Kavya Maran Age, Height, Boyfriend, Husband, Biography

Kavya Maran, aka Kaviya Maran, born on August 6, 1992, is an Indian businesswoman. She is the owner and head of Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League.

She is the daughter of Kalanithi Maran, who built the Sun Group empire, and Kavery Maran, one of India’s most prominent women in business.

She is actively involved in franchise operations, auction strategies, and branding decisions, and is often seen representing Sunrisers Hyderabad during IPL matches and official league events.

Kavya Maran is also associated with Sun TV Network’s sports and media ventures, focusing on strategic growth, fan engagement, and long-term brand value while maintaining a low public profile outside professional commitments.

Know All About Kavya Maran

Kavya grew up in Chennai. Her family has connections from television to radio to politics. Her dad, Kalanithi Maran, started Sun Group in 1992. He is also the owner of Sun TV Network, Sun Pictures, Sun Music, and Red FM.

Her mother, Kavery Maran, is the Joint Managing Director at Sun TV Network Ltd. She is one of the highest-paid women executives in the country.

Kavya’s grandfather, Murasoli Maran, served as a Union Minister and was a renowned politician. Her family shared a good bond with M. Karunanidhi, the former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and a giant in South Indian politics.

At a very young age, she developed an interest in business. She learnt the skills of business from her parents.

Kavya Maran’s Education

Kavya went to school in Chennai and did her Bachelor of Commerce from Stella Maris College. She then completed an MBA at Warwick Business School. She brushed up on her entrepreneurial skills there. ((The Economic Times))

Career

Sun Group

After completing her MBA, Kavya joined the Sun Group. By March 2019, she was appointed as one of the Board of Directors at Sun TV Network Ltd. The company has over 30 TV channels, radio stations, and digital platforms across India and various other countries.

Stepping Into the Sports World

Kavya Maran is the face of IPL team Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), one of the famous cricket leagues in India. Her father, Kalanithi Maran, bought the Hyderabad franchise back in 2012 after the BCCI ended the Deccan Chargers’ run. In 2013, the Sunrisers made their debut in the IPL. By 2018, Kavya stepped up as CEO. Since then, she has worked with team operations, sponsorships, marketing, and even auction day strategy.

Making It Big With SRH

In 2016, SRH won their first IPL trophy, beating Royal Challengers Bangalore. In 2018, they finished as runner-up. The team continued to play from 2020 to 2024 and reached the finals in 2024.

She is loved by her fans for her reactions during matches. Sometimes she’s celebrating wildly, sometimes she’s biting her nails. Either way, those moments always go viral.

Taking Sunrisers Global

In 2022, they bought Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) in South Africa’s SA20 League. SEC won the first SA20 title in 2023.

They won the title again in 2024. The Sun Group has also invested in The Hundred League in England, making the brand bigger.

Kavya Maran Net Worth

As of 2025, Kavya’s net worth is around ₹400 and ₹450 crore (about USD 50 million). Most of her wealth comes from her stake in Sun TV Network, her work with the Sunrisers teams, and other Sun Group ventures in media and entertainment.

Public Image and Fan Following

Kavya’s popularity keeps growing every IPL season. Clips of her in the VIP box cheering, clapping, sometimes crying make her viral on X, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts. Fans have given her various nicknames like “Orange Army Queen,” and “SRH Boss Lady.”

Philanthropy and Social Work

Kavya Maran doesn’t talk much about her personal charity work, but her family’s Sun Foundation is actively involved in various non-profit organizations.

They give scholarships to students who need financial support, support hospitals, and medical research across Tamil Nadu.

They have also donated for disaster relief programs in South India. Kavya also help girls get higher education especially in rural areas.

Awards and Recognition

She has won various awards like:

• Top Young Business Leaders in India
• Influential Women in Sports Management
• Most Talked-About IPL Figures on Social Media

Some Major Events of Kavya Maran

1992 – Born in Chennai
2012 – Graduated from Stella Maris College (B.Com)
2016 – Finished her MBA at Warwick Business School, UK
2018 – Became CEO of Sunrisers Hyderabad
2019 – Joined the Sun TV Network Board of Directors
2022 – Took Sunrisers into South Africa with Sunrisers Eastern Cape
2023 – SEC wins the first-ever SA20 tournament
2024 – SRH makes it to the IPL final (comes second)
2025 – Named one of India’s top young sports executives

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Kavya Maran?
An Indian businesswoman and the CEO of Sunrisers Hyderabad.

How Old is Kavya Maran?
Kavya was born on August 6, 1992, so she’s 33 in 2025 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

Where is Kavya Maran From?
She’s from Tamil Nadu. She was born and brought up in Chennai, where she still lives. She has her roots in South Indian business traditions.

Who is Kavya Maran Dating? Is She Married?
No, Kavya isn’t married, and she hasn’t confirmed being in a relationship. However, her name has been linked with Anirudh Ravichander, a Tamil music composer. Anirudh is known for songs like “Why This Kolaveri Di” and “Arabic Kuthu.” However, Anirudh denied such rumors. Neither has said anything about dating, and both keep their personal lives private.

Who is Kavya Maran’s Husband?
As of 2025, she is not married.

What is her full name?
Her full name is Kaviya Kalanithi Maran.

What is Kavya Maran’s height?
She is around 5′ 4″ (163 cm) tall.

What is her religion?
She follows Hinduism.

Who are her parents?
Her father’s name is Kalanithi Maran. He is a renowned businessman. Her mother’s name is Kaveri Maran also spelled as Kavery Maran. She is a businesswoman.

What are her hobbies?
In her leisure time, she enjoys travelling to different places and listening to music.

Does Kavya Karan have boyfriend?
She has not shared about her relationship in public. There is no information about her boyfriend.

Does she owns car?
Kavya Maran has a range of luxury cars. She owns Rolls‑Royce Phantom VIII EWB, Bentley Bentayga EWB, BMW i7, and Ferrari Roma.