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As of 18 Sept 2026, 03:30 pm
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, Sun TV Network reported a total income of ₹4,637.70 crore, an increase from ₹4,543.96 crore in the prior year. However, profit after tax decreased to ₹1,393.52 crore from ₹1,654.46 crore in the previous year. The Board declared interim dividends totaling ₹12.50 per share for FY 2025-26, down from ₹15.00 per share in the prior year.
Mr. C Praveen, Chief Operating Officer, retired effective August 31, 2026, due to superannuation. His cessation was reported on September 1, 2026. He had been with the company since 1998.
Sun TV Network's 41st Annual General Meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM IST, to be held via Video Conference/Other Audio Visual Means. Key agenda items include the adoption of audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, confirmation of interim dividends paid during the preceding year, and the re-appointment of Executive Director Ms. Kaviya Kalanithi Maran for a tenure ending September 30, 2029. Shareholders will also ratify the remuneration for M/s. S. Sundar & Associates for cost audits for the financial year ending March 31, 2027.
As of September 17, 2026, the daily trend for Sun TV Network's stock indicates a bearish Supertrend direction with a value of 487.07. The closing price was ₹468.4, below the 20-day EMA (₹467.32) and 50-day SMA (₹481.96). The weekly trend also shows a bearish Supertrend direction at 558.4, with the closing price of ₹468.4 significantly below the 20-day EMA (₹502.82) and 50-day SMA (₹544.9).
As of 18 Sept 2026, 03:30 pm
Recent drawdown or price variability is materially high and may lead to larger short-term outcomes.
Primary driver: Price remains materially below a previous peak
Trading activity was substantially higher than usual and the price closed higher.
This may reflect stronger-than-usual market participation; follow-through and relevant company or market news merit review.
Downward price movement of 3.45 standard deviations recorded on 2026-09-07.
Unusual market activity that may warrant review of the underlying price, volume, or news context.
Upward price movement of 3.50 standard deviations recorded on 2026-08-28.
Unusual market activity that may warrant review of the underlying price, volume, or news context.
Trading activity was substantially higher than usual and the price closed higher.
This may reflect stronger-than-usual market participation; follow-through and relevant company or market news merit review.
Latest complete financial results for Q1 FY2027 and comparative quarterly trends.
| Metric | Q1 FY2026-27(Latest) | Q4 FY2025-26 | Q3 FY2025-26 | Q2 FY2025-26 | Q1 FY2025-26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue From Operations | PEAK₹1,457.88 crore | ₹882.51 crore | ₹862.16 crore | ₹1,299.87 crore | ₹1,290.28 crore |
| Finance Costs | ₹1.41 crore | ₹3.25 crore | ₹2.93 crore | PEAK₹4.18 crore | ₹3.55 crore |
| Other Expenses | PEAK₹276.26 crore | ₹151.49 crore | ₹109.24 crore | ₹170.91 crore | ₹239.46 crore |
| Profit Before Tax | PEAK₹814.62 crore | ₹321.31 crore | ₹435.53 crore | ₹516.31 crore | ₹697.18 crore |
| Tax Expense | PEAK₹198.49 crore | ₹90.18 crore | ₹111.73 crore | ₹131.41 crore | ₹165.24 crore |
| Profit Loss For Period | PEAK₹619.07 crore | ₹232.34 crore | ₹324.33 crore | ₹354.69 crore | ₹529.21 crore |
Other Expenses amounted to ₹276.26 crore, representing 19.0% of revenue compared with 18.6% in the same quarter last year. The year-on-year increase of 15.37% was slightly above revenue growth, leading to a marginal rise in the expense ratio. Sequentially, Other Expenses rose 82.4% from ₹151.49 crore in the March quarter, consistent with higher business activity in the first quarter.
Basic and diluted earnings per share both stood at ₹15.71, up from ₹13.43 a year ago, an increase of 17.0%. The sequential increase from ₹5.90 in the March quarter reflects the seasonal profit uptick.
Sun TV Network’s first quarter results showed a seasonal peak in revenue and profit, with both reaching their highest levels in the last five quarters. Year-on-year, revenue grew 13% and net profit rose 17%, aided by lower finance costs. The net profit margin expanded to 42.5%. The company’s performance demonstrates the conversion of seasonal revenue strength into higher earnings.
Exchange disclosures and regulatory announcements for Sun TV Network.
Sun TV Network Limited held its 41st Annual General Meeting on September 18, 2026, where shareholders passed resolutions to adopt audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, and confirm interim dividends paid for that period. The meeting also approved the re-appointment of director Ms. Kaviya Kalanithi Maran and ratified remuneration for cost auditor M/s. S. Sundar & Associates for the upcoming fiscal year ending March 31, 2027. Voting was conducted via remote e-voting from September 15 to September 17, 2026, with results scheduled for disclosure within two working days.
C Praveen ceased serving as Chief Operating Officer of Sun TV Network Limited effective August 31, 2026, due to superannuation or retirement. The cessation was reported on September 1, 2026, at 18:00 hours.
Mr. C Praveen, Chief Operating Officer of Sun TV Network Limited, retired effective August 31, 2026, after being with the company since 1998.
Sun TV Network Limited published newspaper advertisements on August 28, 2026, regarding the notice of its 41st Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on September 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM IST via Video Conference/Other Audio Visual Means.
SUN TV NETWORK Limited announced its Annual General Meeting scheduled for September 18, 2026, in Chennai to adopt audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, and confirm interim dividends ranging from Rs. 1.25 to Rs. 5.00 per share paid during the preceding year. The meeting agenda includes the re-appointment of Executive Director Ms. Kaviya Kalanithi Maran (DIN: 07883203) for a tenure ending September 30, 2029, following her retirement by rotation. Additionally, shareholders will ratify the remuneration of Rs. 3,50,000 plus expenses payable to M/s. S. Sundar & Associates for conducting cost audits for the financial year ending March 31, 2027.
Sun TV Network Limited reported total income of Rs. 4,637.70 crore for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, compared to Rs. 4,543.96 crore in the previous year. Profit after tax was Rs. 1,393.52 crore, down from Rs. 1,654.46 crore. The Board declared interim dividends totaling Rs. 12.50 per share (250%) for FY 2025-26, compared to Rs. 15.00 per share (300%) in the prior year. The 41st Annual General Meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2026, via video conference.
Sun TV Network Limited published newspaper advertisements on August 13, 2026, in Financial Express (English) and Tamil Murasu (Tamil), providing extracts of the Unaudited Financial Results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, as required under Regulations 30 and 47 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.
Recent market and company developments associated with Sun TV Network.
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Sun TV Network hit a new 52-week low of ₹458.60, down 3.3%; Saregama India and Prime Focus were down 4% and 3%, respectively, in Monday's intra-day trade.
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Comprehensive Section Breakdown for Sun TV Network
Strategic Vision: Indian media and entertainment company with diverse broadcasting and production operations.
• Extensive reach across multiple media platforms including television, radio, print, and DTH.
• International presence serving the Indian diaspora in multiple countries.
Sun TV Network Limited reported revenue of ₹1,457.88 crore for the first quarter of FY2026-27 ended June 2026, a 65.2% increase from the preceding March quarter and 13.0% higher than the same quarter last year. Net profit rose to ₹619.07 crore, up 166.5% sequentially and 17.0% year-on-year. Both revenue and net profit were the highest in the last five quarters, reflecting the company’s seasonal business pattern.
Revenue of ₹1,457.88 crore was the highest among the last five quarters. The prior-year first quarter revenue was ₹1,290.28 crore, resulting in a year-on-year increase of 13.0%. The sequential jump from the March quarter (₹882.51 crore) was 65.2%. The quarterly revenue pattern over the past year shows that the first and second quarters (ended June and September) are consistently higher than the third and fourth quarters (ended December and March), indicating a seasonal trend.
Profit before tax (PBT) grew 16.85% year-on-year to ₹814.62 crore, outpacing the 13.0% revenue growth. Net profit increased 17.0% to ₹619.07 crore, and the net profit margin improved to 42.5% from 41.0% a year ago. The improvement in profitability was supported by a 60.3% decline in finance costs to ₹1.41 crore, while other expenses rose 15.37%, slightly faster than revenue. The effective tax rate increased from 23.7% to 24.4%, but net profit growth remained at 17.0%, matching the EPS growth.
Category: Consumer Tech
Operates 35 television channels across 6 languages, offering general entertainment, news, and music content.
Category: Consumer Tech
Manages 69 FM radio stations.
Category: Consumer Tech
Provides direct-to-home satellite television services through Sun Direct.
Key Products & Services: Sun Direct
Category: Consumer Tech
Publishes 3 daily newspapers and 6 magazines.
Key Products & Services: Dinakaran • Tamil Murasu
Category: Media & Entertainment
Engages in film production through its division, Sun Pictures.
Key Products & Services: Sun Pictures
Category: Media & Entertainment
Owns the SunRisers Hyderabad IPL franchise.
Key Products & Services: SunRisers Hyderabad
Core Thesis: The group benefits from a diversified media ecosystem that facilitates broad customer reach and potential cross-promotion across its various platforms.
• Broadcasting Operations: Generates revenue through a wide array of television channels and FM radio stations delivering entertainment and news content. • Content Distribution: Enhances content distribution capabilities through its direct-to-home service, Sun Direct. • Diversified Media Presence: Maintains a comprehensive media presence through film production and print publications.