Shah Rukh Khan—or the King of Bollywood to his fans—is famous for playing heroic, larger-than-life characters on-screen. His off-duty style, however, is one of understated chic—something that is evident in the watches he wears, like the Rolex Daytona Panda Ref. 116500LN. Its design is one of subtle sophistication: it features a stainless-steel case and bracelet, paired with a black dial featuring three sub-dials

Martial arts actor Akshay Kumar is often seen sporting the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ref. 102713, an ultra-thin automatic watch with an octagonal design and sandblasted finish.

Actor and television host Amitabh Bachchan is often seen wearing the Baume & Mercier Hampton Classic Chronograph, a timeless, elegant watch that, to us, is the perfect match with his calm, collected public persona. The watch’s stainless-steel case, tan leather strap and silver dial—with a chronograph function—make for a classic combination.

Patek Philippe says that its Aquanaut 5968G is an embodiment “contemporary, casual chic”—and the same can be used to describe Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor, who’s considered a youth style icon in India. His Patek Philippe Aquanaut has the brand’s signature rounded octagonal case, made of white gold, completed by a composite strap and an embossed black dial.

One of B-town’s most-loved actors, Salman Khan owns the Rolex Day-Date featuring a diamond bezel, a yellow gold case and bracelet. What’s most eye-catching about this watch is the dial with its day and date function and turquoise-blue colour—this striking hue is almost the same shade as Khan’s signature turquoise-gem bracelet that he is rarely seen without.

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As Franck Muller’s brand ambassador for India, actor Ranveer Singh is often seen wearing the label’s Cintrée Curvex Chronograph, which has a distinctive curved silhouette. This watch has a diamond-studded case, leather strap and black dial.

What’s more, the star also gave his mother a diamond-encrusted Franck Muller Galet watch for her birthday in 2021. All together now: “aww”.

Pathaan leading lady and Cartier global brand ambassador Deepika Padukone is often seen wearing a Cartier Tank with a tan leather strap and white dial. She sometimes layers it with the Cartier Juste Un Clou bracelet—an effortlessly chic, oft-emulated look.

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