Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor's ₹78 lakh Jacob & Co. Epic X Ram Janmabhoomi Rose Gold Edition watch seen at the Ramayana international trailer launch in Bengaluru was more than a luxury accessory. It is a timepiece that brings together contemporary watchmaking and imagery inspired by one of India's most significant cultural landmarks, the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. The watch caught attention at the October 15 event, where Kapoor, who portrays Lord Rama in the upcoming film, joined co-stars Sai Pallavi and Yash, along with director Nitesh Tiwari and composer AR Rahman. Its appeal lies in how it places religious symbolism at the centre of an expressive luxury watch.
The defining feature of the Jacob & Co. Epic X Ram Janmabhoomi Rose Gold Edition is its detailed engravings. The design incorporates a miniature depiction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Lord Rama holding his bow and Lord Hanuman. Inscriptions of Hindu deities across the dial and bezel further reinforce the watch’s spiritual and cultural connection. The timepiece pairs these intricate details with a rose gold case and clasp, complemented by a vivid orange strap and pin buckle. The contrast between the warm metallic finish and the bright strap gives the watch a distinctive presence, while the religious motifs make it stand apart from conventional luxury sports watches.
According to Ethos Watches, the Rose Gold Special Edition is priced at ₹78,00,000. It is part of a wider Ram Janmabhoomi series that includes a Titanium Edition priced at ₹35,88,000 and Gold Edition variants ranging from ₹83 lakh to ₹1.08 crore. Jacob & Co. has also explored Indian architectural heritage through its Epic X India Edition watches, featuring designs inspired by the Taj Mahal, India Gate, Gateway of India and Qutub Minar.
For Ranbir Kapoor, the watch made a fitting appearance during the launch of a film rooted in the Ramayana. For collectors, it offers a different proposition from a conventional high-end timepiece: a combination of precious materials, bold design and cultural symbolism. The Jacob & Co. Ram Janmabhoomi watch price tag of ₹78 lakh makes it a striking statement, but it derives its distinctive identity from the story behind it.