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Titan appoints Aamir Khan as its brand ambassador
MUMBAI: Titan, has appointed mega star Aamir Khan as its brand ambassador who will be endorsing the range of Titan watches. Titan Watches CEO Bijou Kurien expressed, “There is a perfect fit between Aamir Khan and Titan – their stature, timelessness, and the love and trust they both share with the people both nationally and internationally, makes this an ideal partnership. Moreover, Aamir has a universal appeal that extends to everyone across age groups, just as our watches do. We believe his endorsement of Titan will go a long way towards reinforcing the fact that a watch is not just a time keeping device but an accessory that helps in self-expression.”
“I have always felt that Titan watches are as good if not better than any in the world. Titan Watches have stood the test of time for their perfection, exclusivity, innovativeness and quality. It gives me great pleasure to be associated with an Indian brand that has made a mark and stands among the best in the world,” expressed the celebrated actor of international repute Aamir Khan.
“Incidentally, few people know that the first watch I ever bought with my own earnings was a Titan. This was way back in 1988,” adds the actor.
The association with Aamir Khan was mainly due to the brand values that both Titan and the actor are associated with. “We are both known for our commitment and obsession towards perfection, quality, innovativeness, setting new trends and our market leadership,” added Kurien.
With this tie up, Titan has launched a new concept to promote the latest trends in the industry and will focus on watches as an important accessory of style and fashion. This is Titan’s first initiative as a watch manufacturer towards educating its consumers on the different aspects both in terms of look and feel for time wear. Tackling the campaign in terms of extending style in the context of accessories that complete grooming, the campaign stresses on a watch no longer being only a time teller but a style statement.
As brand ambassador, the celebrated actor will play a key role in
brand and product communication on television, in print and outdoor media. Titan has sold more than 60 million watches in the last 17 years and retails out of more than 5000 multi-brand outlets and 175 exclusive World of Titan outlets.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
