Sun TV Network

Sun TV Network

Broadcasting · SUNTV
Mid CapCommunication ServicesMature Declining
Mahesh Kumar Rajaraman
Mahesh Kumar Rajaraman
Managing Director · Transactional
Company DNA
Pace — Speed of executionPaceInnovation — Disruption appetiteInnovCulture — Organizational valuesCultrEfficiency — Operational focusEfficPurpose — Profit vs mission balancePurpsBrand — Market perceptionBrand
Founder-Centric
About
Sun TV Network is a Mid Cap company in the Communication Services sector, listed on NSE as SUNTV. With a market cap of ₹23K Cr and revenue of ₹4K Cr, it is currently in the Mature Declining phase. Known for its Founder-Centric culture and Traditionalist approach to innovation, the company operates at a Steady-Marathon pace. Strong promoter control and central influence by the Kalanithi Maran family define the strategic direction and daily operational style. Its strategic mandate: The business faces structural threats from OTT adoption and requires a pivot toward digital platform modernization to arrest long-term audience erosion.
FAQ
What kind of company is Sun TV Network?
Sun TV Network is a Mid Cap Communication Services company (SUNTV) in the Mature Declining phase with a market cap of ₹23K Cr. It is classified as Founder-Centric in culture.
What is Sun TV Network's culture and work environment like?
Sun TV Network has a Founder-Centric culture with Traditionalist innovation DNA and a Steady-Marathon pace of execution. Employee brand: Steady Employer. Customer relationship style: Mass-Consumer. Strong promoter control and central influence by the Kalanithi Maran family define the strategic direction and daily operational style.
Who leads Sun TV Network?
Sun TV Network is led by Mahesh Kumar Rajaraman (Managing Director), a Transactional leader with 34 years of experience.
What are Sun TV Network's financials?
Sun TV Network reported revenue of ₹4K Cr in FY25 with a 5-year revenue CAGR of 3.9%. Operating margin: 41.2%. Market cap: ₹23K Cr.

Culture & Strategy

CultureFounder-Centric
InnovationTraditionalist
PaceSteady-Marathon
PurposeProfit-Pure
CustomerMass-Consumer
EmployeeSteady Employer
BrandValue-Champion
LifecycleMature Declining
Strong promoter control and central influence by the Kalanithi Maran family define the strategic direction and daily operational style.
Mandate
The business faces structural threats from OTT adoption and requires a pivot toward digital platform modernization to arrest long-term audience erosion.

Financials

Revenue FY25₹4K Cr
PAT FY25₹2K Cr
Rev CAGR 5Y3.9%
OPM41.2%
NPM42.4%
ROE14.6%
ROCE14%
P/E14
Fwd P/E12.2
P/B1.8
D/E1.2
Mkt Cap₹23K Cr
Promoter78.5%
Institutional13.1%