Sun TV Network Reports 29.86% Revenue Growth, Declares 75% Interim Dividend

Sun TV Network Limited , one of India's largest television broadcasters, has reported robust financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, alongside a significant acquisition in the cricket franchise space.

Financial Highlights

The company's revenue saw a substantial increase of 29.86% year-over-year, reaching Rs. 1,168.99 crores compared to Rs. 900.16 crores in the same quarter last year. The total income for the quarter rose by 22.20% to Rs. 1,300.36 crores.

Sun TV Network's EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization) showed an impressive growth of 41.77%, standing at Rs. 749.94 crores, up from Rs. 528.98 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

However, profit after tax saw a decline, with the company reporting Rs. 329.79 crores for the quarter, compared to Rs. 398.17 crores in the same period last year, representing a decrease of 17.17%.

Key Performance Metrics

Metric	Q2 2025 (Rs. Crores)	Q2 2024 (Rs. Crores)	YoY Change
Revenue	1,168.99	900.16	+29.86%
Total Income	1,300.36	1,064.14	+22.20%
EBITDA	749.94	528.98	+41.77%
Profit After Tax	329.79	398.17	-17.17%

Acquisition of SunRisers Leeds Limited

Sun TV Network has acquired a 100% stake in SunRisers Leeds Limited (formerly Northern Superchargers Limited), one of the eight franchises in The Hundred cricket league in the United Kingdom. The acquisition, completed for GBP 100.5 million, marks Sun TV Network's entry into the UK cricket market.

SunRisers Leeds Limited contributed significantly to the quarter's results, recording revenues of Rs. 94.52 crores and a profit before tax of Rs. 22.19 crores.

Dividend Declaration

The Board of Directors has declared an interim dividend of Rs. 3.75 per share (75%) on a face value of Rs. 5.00 per share.

Other Noteworthy Points

Domestic subscription revenues increased by 9.01% to Rs. 476.09 crores.
Advertisement revenues for the quarter stood at Rs. 292.15 crores, compared to Rs. 335.42 crores in the same quarter last year.
The company's cricket franchises, including SunRisers Hyderabad, SunRisers Eastern Cape, and the newly acquired SunRisers Leeds Limited, contributed a total income of Rs. 567.55 crores for the six months ended September 30, 2025.

Sun TV Network continues to strengthen its position in the media and entertainment industry, with its latest acquisition potentially opening up new revenue streams in the international cricket market.

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
-0.19%	+1.59%	-1.38%	-9.65%	-22.95%	+31.99%

Sun TV Network Limited , a prominent player in the Indian media industry, has set the stage for its upcoming dividend distribution. The company has announced key dates for its 24th interim dividend for the financial year 2025-26, subject to board approval.

Dividend Details

Particulars	Details
Dividend Type	24th Interim Dividend
Financial Year	2025-26
Record Date	November 20, 2025 (Thursday)
Board Meeting Date	November 14, 2025 (Friday)
Payment Timeline	Within 30 days from declaration

Key Points

Board Approval: The dividend declaration is contingent on approval at the company's board meeting scheduled for November 14, 2025.
Record Date: Shareholders on record as of November 20, 2025, will be eligible for the interim dividend, if declared.
Payment Timeline: As per the Companies Act provisions, the interim dividend payment, if approved, will be made within 30 days from the declaration date.

Regulatory Compliance

Sun TV Network has adhered to regulatory requirements by informing the stock exchanges about the proposed dividend timeline. This announcement is in line with Regulation 42 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Investors and shareholders are advised to keep an eye on the outcome of the board meeting on November 14, 2025, for the final decision on the interim dividend declaration.