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Kavya Maran: Sunrisers Hyderabad CEO, Media Heiress and Newlywed

Kavya Maran Is the Daughter of Sun Group Chairman Kalanithi Maran and Kavery Kalanithi

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Published Nov 12, 2026, 8:07:01 PM | Updated Nov 12, 2026, 8:07:30 PM
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Introduction

She Studied in Chennai and New York Before Working for Sun Group Family Business.

According to Wikipedia, her educational background includes Stella Maris College in Chennai and an MBA from the Stern School of Business at New York University. Upon returning to India, she joined Sun Group, and she is currently the executive director of Sun TV Network, as per Khaleej Times

Since Taking Over As the CEO of Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2018, She Has Become IPL's Most Recognizable Franchise Face

Sunrisers Hyderabad is owned by Kalanithi Maran and was established in 2012. Kavya has been the CEO of the team since 2018. She can be frequently seen attending the matches of the team and is quite familiar with IPL auctions. A video of her cheering up her players after losing in an IPL final match has gone viral.

She Studied in Chennai and New York Before Working for Sun Group Family Business

According to Wikipedia, her educational background includes Stella Maris College in Chennai and an MBA from the Stern School of Business at New York University. Upon returning to India, she joined Sun Group, and she is currently the executive director of Sun TV Network, as per Khaleej Times.

Since Taking Over As the CEO of Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2018, She Has Become IPL's Most Recognizable Franchise Face

Sunrisers Hyderabad is owned by Kalanithi Maran and was established in 2012. Kavya has been the CEO of the team since 2018. She can be frequently seen attending the matches of the team and is quite familiar with IPL auctions. A video of her cheering up her players after losing in an IPL final match has gone viral.

Match Reactions Made Her a Social Media Star in IPL Season

Her popularity soared after she was filmed reacting to the match in April 2023, after which she has been a favourite among the fans. During the IPL 2026 auction, videos of her celebrating the successful bidding went viral on social media with comments from fans about her happiness being evident.

Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran Got Married in Greece on November 11

Music composer Anirudh Ravichander got married to Kavya on November 11, 2026, in a destination wedding in Greece, which took place across November 10 and 11.

The couple had a small wedding with only relatives and select guests and Rajinikanth and politician M. K. Stalin have made a trip to attend the ceremony. Anirudh posted some pictures of their wedding on Instagram saying that it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Her Persona Combines Professional Expertise With Enthusiastic Fans at Every Match

As Kerala Kaumudi reported, she is a common sight at the matches held by Sunrisers Hyderabad, and in 2023, this celebrity status remains intact. Many fans follow her face and mood swings throughout the intense bidding rounds and overs, which are often featured in social media posts about the drama of the auction in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Anirudh Ravichander Brings a Successful Film Music Career to the New Partnership

As per Khaleej Times, Anirudh is one of the most successful music composers in South Indian cinema. Films such as Leo, Indian 2, Vettaiyan, Vidaamuyarchi, and Coolie continue to keep him one of the most sought-after composers in the industry. It is no wonder that the combination of a prominent composer and an executive of a leading cricket team attracted guests and media from different spheres – the film industry, politics, and cricket.

Rumours Have Been Around for Years Before the Couple Made Them Official

denied all that. In June 2026, it seemed that his uncle had confirmed the engagement in a TV interview. While the wedding date was approaching, it was reported that Kavya, Anirudh, or their families had not made any official announcement, so the information provided above is based on media reports and Anirudh's personal post.

Grand Wedding in Chennai on November 21 Will Include Political People

The wedding date was made public on October 16 by a post from Telangana Chief Minister's office, where it was written that parents of Kavya had invited A. Revanth Reddy to attend her wedding reception in Chennai on November 21. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay and Prime Minister It has
been reported that Narendra Modi has also been invited to this function, which is expected to attract guests from the film, cricket, business, and political arenas.

Source
Khaleej Times; Gulf News; Eastern Eye; Deccan Chronicle; Cricket Times; Wikipedia
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