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Farhan Akhtar Appointed First Indian Brand Ambassador for Emporio Armani Watches
✍️ Bollywood Hungama
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 05:17 AM
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Bollywood filmmaker and actor Farhan Akhtar has been named the inaugural Indian ambassador for Emporio Armani Watches, marking the luxury brand’s first such partnership in the country.
Farhan Akhtar, the noted Indian filmmaker, actor and singer, has been announced as the first Indian brand ambassador for Emporio Armani Watches. The luxury watch line, part of the global Armani Group, confirmed the partnership in a statement released earlier this week.
The appointment is the brand’s initial foray into celebrity endorsement within India, reflecting its strategy to deepen market penetration among affluent Indian consumers. By aligning with a high‑profile figure from the entertainment industry, Emporio Armani aims to boost visibility and desirability of its timepieces across major Indian metros.
Akhtar, who has previously endorsed several lifestyle and consumer brands, will feature in the label’s upcoming advertising campaigns and promotional events across the country. Industry observers expect the collaboration to enhance the brand’s positioning in the competitive Indian luxury watch segment.
The appointment is the brand’s initial foray into celebrity endorsement within India, reflecting its strategy to deepen market penetration among affluent Indian consumers. By aligning with a high‑profile figure from the entertainment industry, Emporio Armani aims to boost visibility and desirability of its timepieces across major Indian metros.
Akhtar, who has previously endorsed several lifestyle and consumer brands, will feature in the label’s upcoming advertising campaigns and promotional events across the country. Industry observers expect the collaboration to enhance the brand’s positioning in the competitive Indian luxury watch segment.