Dish TV India Limited reported a net loss of Rs 295.7 crore in the second quarter of FY27, compared to a loss of Rs 132.7 crore in the same quarter last year. The company’s operating revenue increased slightly to Rs 292.1 crore from Rs 291.1 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year.

According to an earnings release issued by Dish TV yesterday, its subscription revenue declined 22.8 percent year-on-year to Rs 179.5 crore, compared to Rs 232.4 crore in the same quarter last year. The company’s EBITDA stood at a negative Rs 72.9 crore, compared to a positive Rs 31.8 crore in the year-ago quarter.

Dish TV’s active subscriber base increased to 75.56 lakh at the end of September 2026, compared to 73.46 lakh at the end of June 2026. This represents a net addition of 2.10 lakh active subscribers during the quarter, following a decline of 4.38 lakh in the previous quarter.

The company also reported an improvement in subscriber renewal behaviour. The share of customers renewing their subscriptions within 30 days of their due date increased by 1.5 percent compared to the previous quarter. Dish TV also reduced recharge discounts by 29 percent during the quarter.

Alongside its DTH business, Dish TV continued to expand its connected entertainment platform through VZY. The company’s VZY Smart TVs crossed cumulative sales of Rs 200 crore within the first year of their launch. During the quarter, it introduced a 75-inch screen-size category and expanded the availability of its TVs on e-commerce platforms Amazon and Flipkart.

Dish TV also launched VZY Linear TV Streaming during the quarter. The service brings together more than 200 live television channels, over 29 OTT platforms and free content on a single application. It combines live television and on-demand content through one platform and includes features such as an electronic programme guide and TV-style channel navigation.

Manoj Dobhal, CEO and Executive Director of Dish TV India Limited, said the company remains focused on strengthening its core DTH business while expanding its connected entertainment platform. He added that Dish TV is working to improve subscriber engagement and renewal behaviour while growing its Smart TV business and streaming services.

Going forward, Dish TV plans to focus on improving subscriber engagement, expanding the reach of VZY Linear TV Streaming and growing its Smart TV business. The company also aims to strengthen its distribution network, improve retailer productivity and enhance operational efficiency.