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From red carpet appearances to stadium strolls, celebrities and power players are serving wrist envy in serious style. Here’s a look at our stars and their ultra-luxe watches—each one a masterclass in horology!
Shah Rukh Khan, Bollywood’s own Badshah, brought serious swagger to the IPL 2024 final. As he celebrated his team’s victory lap, he was seen wearing the Richard Mille RM052 Titanium Skull—a marvel of engineering and art. With its intricate skull design, this ₹5.75 crore timepiece made for a dramatic statement, perfectly echoing SRK’s timeless appeal (file)
Salman Khan’s watch moment came in the form of a viral video where he was seen being personally styled by Jacob Arabo, the founder of Jacob & Co. The watch? The Billionaire III, encrusted with 714 diamonds and limited to just 18 pieces globally. With a price tag of around ₹25 crore, it’s not so much a watch as a sparkling masterpiece on his wrist. (Source: Instagram, Richard Mille)
Cricket fans were glued to the screen during the Champions Trophy match between India and Pakistan, but all eyes turned to Hardik Pandya, and not just for his blistering delivery that dismissed Babar Azam. What truly sparkled was the Richard Mille RM 27-02 on his wrist—a timepiece worth over ₹6.9 crore. Designed to withstand extreme conditions, this watch brought as much drama as the match itself. (Source: BCCI/X)
At one of the grand wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, Ranveer Singh was spotted wearing something truly special. The actor, known for his eccentric flair, was gifted a rare Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar by none other than Anant himself. This wasn’t just any watch—it was one of just 25 made, created exclusively for the groomsmen. With its striking rose gold case and black sub-dials, it made a strong statement, reportedly worth a cool ₹2 crore. (Source: Instagram)
Deepika Padukone made her first public appearance with Ranveer Singh after the birth of their daughter Dua, and she kept it subtle yet stylish. At the airport, she was seen wearing the Santos de Cartier, a classic design that speaks to Cartier’s legacy of precision and elegance. The rose gold timepiece, priced around ₹30.8 lakh, was a quiet nod to her sophisticated style. (file)
Not one to be left out of the spotlight, Diljit Dosanjh made waves during his appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. While his performance had social media buzzing, his diamond-studded Audemars Piguet Royal Oak on his wrist caught serious attention too. The watch, a 41mm stainless steel model with rose gold accents, looked every bit as bold as his music—and the added diamonds? That was classic Diljit, adding his signature sparkle. (Source: Instagram)
Then there’s Anant Ambani, who never shies away from rare horological treasures. At Dua Lipa’s Mumbai concert, he was seen wearing the ultra-rare Richard Mille RM 52-04 Sapphire, a watch that pushes the boundaries of design and technology. With a reported value of ₹22 crore, it’s among the most expensive wristwatches spotted in India. (Source: Instagram/ The Indian Horology)
Nita Ambani, always a vision of grace and elegance, brought her refined taste to the cricket field during an IPL 2024 match. She wore a Patek Philippe Nautilus in rose gold—an icon in the watch world. The piece, known for its unique octagonal bezel and sporty sophistication, costs about ₹54 lakh, and matched her understated but powerful presence. (Source: Instagram)
Radhika Merchant, known for her elegant fashion sense, stunned during her Italian pre-wedding festivities. On her wrist was the Vacheron Constantin Égérie, crafted from 18K white gold and set with over 1,300 diamonds. With a moon-phase dial and a poetic design, the watch, priced between ₹1.35 to ₹1.82 crore, was the perfect accessory to her celestial-themed celebrations. (Source: Instagram)
