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A Deep Dive Into Raghav Chadha’s Elite Watch Collection

A Deep Dive Into Raghav Chadha’s Elite Watch Collection

3 min readNew DelhiJul 6, 2026 01:00 AM IST Raghav Chadha’s wrist game at the Parliament is a balanced mix of Swiss luxury and everyday sport watches, offering timeless design and practicality. The politician’s choice in timepieces is as sharp and legendary as his debates. Effortlessly bridging the gap between rigorous public service and tailored prestige, Raghav Chadha has curated an absolutely flawless, highly versatile rotation. Rolex Submariner Leading the collection are standout pieces from Rolex, especially the Submariner Date in Oyster steel. Widely regarded as one of the most iconic dive watches ever made, its estimated market value is around Rs 16 lakh. Manufactured by Rolex from a hard, corrosion-resistant ceramic, the Cerachrom bezel insert is virtually scratchproof. The brand says that the luminescent capsule on the zero marker ensures legibility, no matter how dark the environment. The bezel’s knurled edge is carefully designed to offer excellent grip underwater, even with gloves. Known for its durability, water resistance, and clean design, it remains a benchmark in luxury sports watches. Rolex Datejust Also part of …

Hardik Pandya flaunts a ₹3.8 lakh Favre Leuba watch during the India vs. NZ T20 World Cup clash | Fashion News

Hardik Pandya flaunts a ₹3.8 lakh Favre Leuba watch during the India vs. NZ T20 World Cup clash | Fashion News

3 min readNew DelhiMar 10, 2026 01:00 AM IST As far as watches go, seems like Hardik Pandya has a soft corner for Richard Mille. The Indian cricketer has been spotted time and again wearing luxury timepieces from the brand, worth lakhs to crores. However, for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final match between India and New Zealand last night, he chose Favre Leuba’s first skeletonised watch, the Chief Skeleton Ref. 00.20105.103.02.302 Featuring a 40 mm cushion-shaped 316L stainless steel case, the watch boasts a 4N 18K gold finish on the bridges and components, visible through the skeletonised dial. There are blue accents on the minute track and a matching blue FKM rubber strap. In the current market, the watch retails for ₹3,89,000. According to their official website, this striking model showcases the brand’s signature cushion-shaped case and a meticulously open-worked manufacture movement, developed in collaboration with AMT. Building on the momentum of the brand’s first-ever tourbillon – the Chief Tourbillon – presented earlier this year, the Chief Skeleton marks another major step in …

Who is the only Indian to own 1 of 10 Rolex Barbie Daytona watch?

Who is the only Indian to own 1 of 10 Rolex Barbie Daytona watch?

Colloquially dubbed the king of Indian hip hop, rapper Badshah’s confident persona is reflected in his luxury style and his choice of ultra-rare timepieces. Recently, he made headlines by becoming the first Indian to own the ultra-rare Rolex ‘Barbie’ Daytona watch. Believed to be limited to fewer than 10 pieces, this ultra-exclusive watch features a striking pink dial, baguette-cut pink sapphire bezel, and matching pink hour markers, making it a luxury collector’s item. Owning such a watch is a dream for most people because of its exclusivity and price. It’s not available online, nor will you find it in any boutique or official listings — this is the kind of timepiece Rolex doesn’t advertise. You learn about it and, if possible, earn access to it. This luxury timepiece, inspired by the 2023 “Barbie” movie craze, resembles the iconic Daytona “Beach” pink iteration of the Rolex watches. The Daytona has always stood apart. Launched in 1963 for the world of motor racing, it became Rolex’s most legendary chronograph. These are Rolex’s most extravagant pieces, not found in …