**Title:** Sun TV Network Denies Family Dispute Claims Involving Maran Brothers
**Meta Description:** Sun TV Network Limited refutes allegations of a family dispute between Dayanidhi and Kalanithi Maran, emphasizing the claims are unfounded.
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**Headline:** Sun TV Network Limited Dismisses Allegations of Dispute Between Maran Brothers
Sun TV Network Limited has officially rejected recent reports suggesting a dispute between former Union Minister Dayanidhi Maran and his elder brother, Kalanithi Maran, who serves as the Chairman and Managing Director of the company. In a statement issued by the Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, the network described the claims made in various articles as “incorrect, misleading, speculative, defamatory, and unsupported by facts or law.”
The company clarified that the alleged issues date back 22 years, during a time when it operated as a closely held private limited entity. The statement emphasized that all actions taken by the company have adhered to legal obligations and were thoroughly vetted by relevant intermediaries prior to the public offering.
Furthermore, the statement highlighted that the matters raised in the articles are personal family issues that do not impact the company’s business operations or daily functioning.
In what has been characterized as a significant family dispute, Dayanidhi Maran reportedly issued a legal notice to Kalanithi Maran, accusing him of regulatory violations and the unlawful transfer of shares within the Chennai-based Sun TV Group. The legal notice was also directed at several individuals, including Kaveri Kalanithi, Ravi Ramamoorthy, Natarajan Sivasubramanian (chartered accountant), Sridhar Swaminathan (financial consultant), and Sharad Kumar.
Dayanidhi has alleged that Kalanithi received dividends totaling ₹5,926 crore up to 2023, with an additional ₹455 crore expected in 2024. He claimed that the alleged offenses are ongoing.
In the wake of these developments, Sun TV Network Ltd reported a turnover of ₹4,544 crore and a net profit of ₹1,654.45 crore for the financial year 2024–25. Following the news of the legal notice, Sun TV’s stock experienced a 4% decline, reflecting investor concerns over the allegations against Kalanithi Maran.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: What are the allegations made by Dayanidhi Maran against Kalanithi Maran?**
A: Dayanidhi Maran has accused Kalanithi Maran of regulatory violations and unlawfully transferring shares of Sun TV Group, claiming significant financial misconduct.
