Showcasing an in-house flying tourbillon at 6 o’clock, the watch boasts a hand-painted marble dial adorned with intricate miniature artwork..
Amidst the overcast skies of Jaipur, Nebula by Titan revealed Jalsa — a remarkable timepiece that captures the soul of the Pink City’s vibrant heritage and royal legacy.
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A Cloudy Sky, a Royal Reveal: Titan Nebula Unveils Jalsa, a Homage to Jaipur’s Glorious Past
On a grey, overcast day in Jaipur, where history hangs in the air like monsoon mist, Nebula by Titan unveiled its latest masterpiece — Jalsa. Limited to just 10 pieces worldwide, this exceptional timepiece is not merely a watch, but a tribute to the cultural grandeur and architectural brilliance of the Pink City.
Drawing deep inspiration from the majestic Hawa Mahal — the iconic "Palace of Winds" — Jalsa celebrates 225 years of this architectural marvel with a dial unlike any other. Crafted from white marble, the dial becomes a miniature canvas where Indian heritage comes alive. At its center: a hand-painted depiction of Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh on elephant-back, set against the intricate backdrop of the Hawa Mahal itself.
Each dial is hand-painted by none other than Padma Shri Syed Shakir Ali, a legendary Indian artist renowned for his mastery in miniature painting. Using centuries-old techniques — from single-strand squirrel-hair brushes to organic pigments like indigo, turmeric, khadiya, lac, and more — Ali transforms the compact 37.5mm dial into a timeless celebration of Indian artistry.
“We always wanted to create something deeply rooted in India, but fused with haute horology,” explains Mahendra Chauhan, Head of Design at Titan. “As we explored the depth of Indian culture and design, Jaipur stood out — a true melting pot of colors, architecture, and craftsmanship.”
At the heart of Jalsa beats Titan’s second in-house flying tourbillon — a technical marvel positioned at 6 o’clock. Comprising 144 precision-engineered components and 14 jewels, the tourbillon is housed in a custom rotating cage shaped in the iconic ‘T’ of Titan. It follows the brand’s 40th anniversary milestone last year, which saw the launch of India’s first in-house flying tourbillon movement on a handcrafted guilloché dial.
True to the spirit of minimalism in service of art, the dial foregoes hour markers entirely. Instead, sword-shaped sapphire hands indicate the hours and seconds, while a magnifying sapphire circle sweeps across the dial as the minute hand — allowing wearers to admire every fine detail of the miniature painting, minute by minute.
The artistry continues beyond the dial. Jalsa is encased entirely in 18-karat rose gold, with a sandwich construction and a distinctive case-middle encircled by natural red agate — a stone deeply entwined with Jaipur’s aesthetic identity. The transparent exhibition caseback reveals Titan’s in-house calibre 7TH2 in all its glory. Decorated with nine distinct finishing techniques — from circular Côtes de Genève and perlage to satin finishes with anglage — the movement bridges are engraved in crisp white with “Titan” and “flying tourbillon,” overlaid on a surface of radiant red agate.
Speaking at the launch, C.K. Venkataraman, Managing Director of Titan Company Ltd, remarked:
“With Jalsa, we are not just launching a watch — we are presenting a cultural artefact. It is a rare fusion of India’s artistic magnificence and watchmaking mastery, brought to life by our teams with unrelenting passion.”
More than a limited edition, Jalsa is a landmark — not just for Titan, but for Indian watchmaking. It is also Titan’s second official entry into the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) 2025, a testament to the brand’s growing presence in the world of fine horology.
“As we present Jalsa to the world at GPHG,” adds Venkataraman, “we do so with pride — for India, for Titan, and for everything we carry within us.”
