It might seem unusual to wear two watches—or sometimes even three!—when one usually does the job, but for Bollywood superstars Amitabh Bachchan and his son, Abhishek Bachchan, it’s become a signature style and a charming family tradition.
The story behind this unique habit is actually quite touching and practical. Abhishek Bachchan revealed that the custom originated with his mother, the veteran actress Jaya Bachchan. When Abhishek was a student at a boarding school in Europe, his mother wanted a simple way to always know what time it was for him and for her back in India.
The habit of wearing two watches started with a mother’s desire to effortlessly track the time difference while her child was studying abroad. This allowed her to keep track of both local and international time zones simultaneously.
Abhishek shared that his father, Amitabh Bachchan, later adopted this thoughtful practice, and over time, it became a beloved custom for the entire family. What began as a practical solution to stay connected across time zones has now evolved into a recognizable style statement.
While the practicality might have faded a bit, the look definitely makes an impact. Abhishek recently caught everyone’s eye at a promotional event in Mumbai when he sported a luxury timepiece on each wrist. And even the legendary “Big B” himself has commented on his own multi-watch look, admitting that he sometimes wears two or even three watches simply “for fun or when I wanted some change.”
For the Bachchans, wearing multiple watches isn’t just an unusual fashion choice; it’s a visible, unconventional family tradition that started with love and a mother’s way of staying close to her son, no matter the distance.
