The Nifty Media index rose 4.60% to 1,624.80 at 16:14 IST on Monday 12 October 2026. Prime Focus led the sector with a gain of 7.99%.
- Nifty Media rose 4.60% to 1,624.80 at 16:14 IST.
- 9 of 10 member stocks were higher.
- Prime Focus had the largest gain at +7.99%.
- The Nifty 50 was −0.70%.
Figures as of: 16:14 IST, Monday 12 October 2026
The Nifty Media index rose 4.60% to 1,624.80 at 16:14 IST on Monday 12 October 2026. This level follows a previous close of 1,553.30. Among the 10 member stocks, 9 were higher. Prime Focus recorded the largest gain at 7.99%.
Nifty Media today
| Level | Change today | |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty Media (16:14 IST) | 1,624.80 | +4.60% (+71.50 points) |
| Previous close | 1,553.30 | – |
| Opened at | 1,559.80 | +0.42% |
| Day’s range | 1,558.80 – 1,635.00 | high +5.26% on the previous close |
| Nifty 50 | 22,363.35 | −0.70% |
| India VIX | 15.25 | +6.10% |
How it compares with other sectors
| Sector index | Change today |
|---|---|
| Nifty Media | +4.60% |
| Nifty Chemicals Index | +1.24% |
| Nifty Auto | +0.90% |
| Nifty Realty | +0.76% |
| Nifty Pharma | +0.45% |
| Nifty PSE | +0.23% |
| Nifty Energy | +0.20% |
| Nifty Healthcare Index | −0.05% |
| Nifty CPSE | −0.13% |
| Nifty Financial Services | −0.41% |
| Nifty Metal | −0.41% |
| Nifty Oil & Gas | −0.44% |
| Nifty Bank | −0.61% |
| Nifty India Consumption | −0.74% |
| Nifty IT | −0.79% |
| Nifty Infrastructure | −0.87% |
| Nifty PSU Bank | −1.18% |
| Nifty FMCG | −1.67% |
Nifty Media stocks today
| Stock | Price | Change | Volume vs average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Focus | ₹281.95 | +7.99% | 4.88× |
| Tips Music | ₹682.25 | +7.21% | 5.59× |
| Nazara Technologies | ₹404.70 | +7.16% | 2.87× |
| Zee Entertainment Enterprises | ₹73.98 | +5.73% | 1.80× |
| PVR Inox | ₹1,401.30 | +5.58% | 1.49× |
| Saregama India | ₹497.90 | +2.53% | 0.61× |
| D.B. Corp | ₹176.33 | +1.95% | 0.73× |
| MPS | ₹2,515.90 | +1.73% | 0.86× |
| Network 18 Media & Investments | ₹25.02 | +1.34% | 1.84× |
| Sun TV Network | ₹628.80 | −1.12% | 0.14× |
The Nifty Media index saw 9 of 10 member stocks higher. Prime Focus led the group with a gain of 7.99%. In comparison, the Nifty 50 index is at 22,363.35, a change of −0.70% during the same session. Nifty Media currently ranks number 1 among 18 sector indices by change.
Where Nifty Media stands
| Reference point | Level | Nifty Media now against it |
|---|---|---|
| Previous close (2026-10-09) | 1,553.30 | +4.60% |
| Close five sessions earlier (2026-10-05) | 1,560.50 | +4.12% |
| Close about a month ago (2026-09-11) | 1,537.20 | +5.70% |
| 52-week high close (2026-08-20) | 1,621.40 | +0.21% |
| 52-week low close (2026-03-23) | 1,253.35 | +29.64% |
The index level of 1,624.80 is 4.60% higher than the previous close of 1,553.30. It is also 4.12% higher than the close of 1,560.50 recorded five sessions earlier. The current level is 0.21% higher than the 52-week high close of 1,621.40.
Nifty Media: FAQs
How much has the Nifty Media index risen today?
Nifty Media rose 4.60% to 1,624.80 at 16:14 IST on Monday 12 October 2026, against a previous close of 1,553.30.
Which Media stock is rising the most today?
Prime Focus had the largest gain at +7.99%, trading at ₹281.95 at 16:14 IST on Monday 12 October 2026.
Are all Media stocks up today?
9 of 10 stocks in Nifty Media were higher at 16:14 IST on Monday 12 October 2026.
How does Nifty Media compare with the Nifty 50 today?
Nifty Media was +4.60% against −0.70% for the Nifty 50 at 16:14 IST on Monday 12 October 2026.
This article is for information only and is not investment advice. Prices are from the National Stock Exchange. Calculations are by ThePip. Prices and figures move through the session; the time above says when these were read. Investments in securities are subject to market risks.
