That Rich Indian Guy and His Watches: The Protagonists of Anant Ambani's Wrist

In recent days, you might have heard about that "Indian rich guy that did a crazy wedding": you are likely referring to Anant Ambani, the son of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, who recently married Radhika Merchant in a lavish, multi-day wedding. 

The event, which included pre-wedding celebrations and the actual wedding ceremony in Mumbai, has been dubbed the “wedding of the year” due to its scale and star-studded guest list. The celebrations reportedly cost hundreds of millions of dollars, and featured performances by Rihanna and Justin Bieber. 

But Who Is Anant Ambani?

Anant Mukesh Ambani (born April 10, 1995) is the youngest child of Mukesh and Nita Ambani, serving as Executive Director at Reliance Industries.
He is also the founder of Vantara, a 3,000‑acre animal rescue and rehabilitation centre in Jamnagar, honoured with the ‘Prani Mitra’ national award in 2025.

A Glimpse at His Watch Collection

At his 2024 wedding celebrations, Anant wore—and gifted—some of the rarest and most complex timepieces in the world. His collection includes masterpieces from Richard Mille, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet, many of which are ultra‑limited editions, custom‑crafted, and priced in thousands of euros.

Featured Watches

1. Richard Mille RM 52‑05 Tourbillon “Pharrell Williams”

• Rarity & Design: Only 30 pieces made worldwide. The dial depicts an astronaut standing on Mars looking back at Earth—a collaboration with Pharrell Williams. Worn by Anant on his wedding day in Jamnagar.

• Price Range: Estimated around €920,000. This estimate is supported by photos showing Zuckerberg calling it “cool” and noting a price figure around that range.

• Rarity: Extremely limited; most collectors would never be able to acquire one.

2. Richard Mille RM S10 Tourbillon “Koi Fish” (custom rose‑gold version)

• Design: 3D koi fish appear to swim through the movement; heavily diamond‑encrusted in 18K rose gold. Reportedly custom‑made for Anant.

• Price: Likely in the same multi‑crore range as other bespoke RM tourbillons (€800,000–€920,000).

• Uniqueness: Fully custom and one‑off; purely decorative yet mechanically intricate.

3. Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300G

• Complexity: Widely known as Patek’s most complicated wristwatch: 20 complications, reversible dual dials, moon phases, minute repeaters, and more; takes over 100,000 hours to make.

• Rarity: Produced in extremely limited numbers (a dozen or fewer of blue‑dial variants).

• Price Range: Originally priced €2M retail, up to €8M+ resale.

4. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Frosted Gold Double Balance Wheel Openworked “Rainbow”

• Features: 18‑carat white‑gold case with 32 baguette‑cut rainbow sapphires and 162 brilliant‑cut diamonds across bezel, dial, and bracelet. Worn by Anant on garba night.

• Est. Price: Likely in the €550,000–€750,000 ballpark given gemstone-intensive craftsmanship and limited production.

5. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph (diamond-set)

• Details: Full diamond pavé setting on bezel, case, dial, bracelet, and buckle—hundreds of diamonds covering nearly every surface. Worn at pre-wedding festivities.

• Approx. Price: Estimated €460,000–€690,000 depending on carat weight and customization.
  

6. AP Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar “Luminary Edition” (custom gift series)

• Background: Anant commissioned a 25‑piece limited edition in 18 K rose gold with a rose‑gold dial and black sub‑dials, gifted to his close friends and groomsmen like Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh, and others.

• Rarity: Only 25 pieces globally.

• Value Estimate: Around €220,000 per piece at retail; crafted by AP experts over hundreds of hours with luxurious finishes and perpetual calendar complications.

7. Patek Philippe Nautilus Travel Time Ref. 5990/1422G ‘Ruby’

• Background: This ultra-luxurious Nautilus variant is crafted in 18K white gold, featuring a bezel and bracelet center links adorned with large baguette-cut rubies, complemented by baguette diamonds throughout. The watch incorporates a dual time zone (Travel Time) mechanism and flyback chronograph.
  
  
• Rarity: This is an off‑catalog, VVIP‑only release, not listed in regular Patek brochures and available exclusively to elite clientele.
  
  
• Value Estimate: Around to €1.25 million–€1.31 million.
  

Most Recent Sighting & Watch Details

His most recent appearance was during a public outing with his wife Radhika Merchant early in 2025: he was spotted with his Richard Mille RM 52‑04 “Skull” Blue Sapphire at the wrist. ( Estimated Price: Around 2.5 million EUR.)

Entirely carved from a single piece of sapphire, with a pirate skull and crossbones integrated into a tonneau-shaped case. The skull forms part of the movement bridge, surrounded by “bones” that anchor the mechanism.

Only 3 pieces ever made; available exclusively to select top-tier Richard Mille clients.

Why This Matters

These watches aren’t just expensive—they’re ultra‑rare horological pieces blending innovation, craftsmanship, artistry, and personalization. They serve as status symbols but also as collectible engines of value: Patek’s Grandmaster Chime famously skyrockets in resale; Richard Mille models are coveted by elite collectors; Audemars Piguet’s custom series represent both precision and presentation.

Anant Ambani’s timepieces reflect not only his wealth but a deep appreciation—or at least a demonstrated commitment—to the highest tiers of haute horlogerie.

Many of his watches are so limited that they barely exist outside the world’s most secretive collector circles. Their combination of mechanical genius, dazzling aesthetics, and scarcity positions them as true icons in modern watchmaking.