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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Business Standard
BMW Excellence Club curates an exclusive experience at Cannes Film Festival 2025
VMPL Gurugram (Haryana) [India], May 24: BMW India organised an exclusive experience for select members of the BMW Excellence Club at the Cannes Film Festival 2025. From start to finish, the member's participation at the much-awaited Cannes Film Festival has been curated thoughtfully, giving a taste of distinct experiences whether it involves travel, stay, access to VIP events or even personal consultations on fashion and lifestyle. Mr. Vikram Pawah, President and CEO, BMW Group India said, "BMW Excellence Club is a gateway to some of the most bespoke experiences one can experience in a lifetime. Though its numerous luxurious and personalised engagements, it aims to build a story of cherished moments for BMW patrons. This year, BMW Excellence Club members will, once again, grace the red carpet at Cannes Film Festival. Every detail of this experience has been meticulously designed and reflects the essence of BMW. As a distinguished guest, their immersive journey to Cannes will capture cinema, its glamour and blend it with supreme sophistication and indulgence." As part of the program, guests enjoyed all transfers from the airport to the main venue and other places in flagship BMW cars. They stayed at the luxurious Hotel Martinez situated on the picturesque French Riviera. In addition to the film screenings and red carpet, BMW India guests also had access to the VIP afterparty where the creme-de-la-creme converge for entertainment and recreation. Members could also test drive their favourite BMW flagship cars in a curated way in Cannes. When it comes to the right looks, BMW Excellence Club members got personalised sessions with the top experts. Guests had the chance to indulge in a bespoke wardrobe consultation with The Bicester Collection, a global shopping destination that pairs expert style guidance with access to the world's most coveted luxury brands, all at an exceptional value. The ladies also enjoyed a bespoke hair and make-up session with L'Oreal. A dedicated photography team for BMW India guests ensured that the exquisite memories from Cannes Film Festival are preserved forever. Just 45 minutes from Cannes, BMW guests also have an opportunity to experience the legendary Formula 1 Grand Prix de Monaco. Through the BMW Excellence Club Concierge, they can unlock F1 Paddock Club access, complete with gourmet hospitality, flowing champagne, pit-lane entry, and an adrenaline-fueled spectacle like no other. BMW Excellence Club BMW Excellence Club is a members-only platform that curates tailored experiences and extends exclusive privileges across its key four pillars - Bespoke Travel, The High Life, The Grandstand and BMW Privileges to offer the best of travel, dining, retail, lifestyle, sports and more. Every experience is hand-picked to celebrate the pioneers of our culture and fulfil a desire for the extraordinary. With access to premium global events such as Cannes Film Festival or curated events such as Signature Soiree along with a dedicated concierge service, this exclusive platform extends unmatched luxury services to the first owners of a select few BMW cars. BMW Privileges: Step into a realm beyond driving pleasure. Bespoke Travel: Chase curiosity and discover hidden gems throughout the globe. The Highlife: Indulge the connoisseur in you and pamper the senses. The Grandstand: Uncover the best from the world of sport and adventure. If you have any queries, please contact: BMW Group India Richa Sharma, Press and Corporate Affairs Cell: +91 99100 22148; Email: Satchit Gayakwad, Press and Corporate Affairs Cell: +91 95607 25900; Email: Internet: Facebook: Twitter: YouTube: Instagram: #BMW #BMWIndia #SheerDrivingPleasure (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by VMPL. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
Stuff.tv
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Stuff.tv
TAG Heuer launches a trio of Monaco watches for the Monaco GP, and I'm having trouble choosing a favourite
In celebration of its historic new role as title sponsor of the Formula 1 Grand Prix de Monaco, TAG Heuer has unleashed not one, not two, but three new Monaco chronographs. Each one is loaded with motorsport heritage, technical brilliance and enough flair to leave any racing fan or watch geek in a cold sweat. And frankly, I'm stuck, because picking a favourite is like choosing your favourite child – if your kids were Swiss, square, and crafted in titanium. Let's start with the TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Stopwatch, arguably the most nostalgic of the bunch. Inspired by Heuer's handheld stopwatches from the '60s and '70s, this limited run of 970 pieces is a masterclass in retro-cool. There's a black circular display set into a silver dial, surrounded by a red minute track that looks ripped straight off a vintage stopwatch. The subdials, all crisp whites and blacks, are all gloriously retro, while the red chronograph hand delivers a satisfying visual pop. It even uses the vintage Heuer logo, which I love. The case is DLC-coated titanium – light, tough, and very modern – but the left-hand crown keeps things faithful to the Monaco lineage. Under the hood, it's packing the Calibre 11, the same movement that powered the original 1969 Monaco. Add a black perforated racing-style leather strap and bespoke packaging, and you've got a watch that feels like a time capsule. It's available now for $9850 in the US and £8600 in the UK, from TAG Heuer's website. So, that's the heritage pick. But if you like your icons with stripes and movie-star swagger, the TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph x Gulf is hard to beat. Another limited edition (971 pieces, nodding to the year Le Mans hit cinemas), this one celebrates Steve McQueen's connection to TAG Heuer and Gulf's legendary racing livery. Think iconic blue and orange racing stripes running straight down the dial – a direct callback to McQueen's racing suit and his Porsche 917K in Le Mans. Again, we get the Calibre 11 and the signature left-side crown, which isn't just quirky – it's historically accurate. But it's the dial that steals the show. With a finely grained silver base, a vintage Heuer logo, and the Gulf emblem at six o'clock. Again, available now on TAG Heuer's website, priced at $9550 in the US and £8300 in the UK. And then there's the wild card: the TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph. If the Stopwatch is a tribute to the past and the Gulf edition is a celebration of pop culture, this is rooted firmly in the future. Crafted entirely in a new form of titanium called TH-Titanium – developed in-house over four years – it's not just light (86 grams total), it's got a texture that looks like it's been struck by lightning. Each case is unique, shaped by a proprietary thermal process, making it look more like a science experiment than a watch. It's powered by the Calibre TH81-00, a hand-wound movement developed with Vaucher, also crafted in titanium. It's a rattrapante movement, which means it can time two events simultaneously – perfect if you're tracking lap times or just want to flex on your Daytona and El Primero-wearing friends. The skeleton dial and sapphire crystal caseback expose everything, right down to the lime green rattrapante hand that pops against the darkened movement. The TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph is available now, with the price available on request. So, which one wins? While I love all three for very different reasons, I think the Stopwatch takes it, but no matter which watch you choose, each is a love letter to the Monaco Grand Prix and to TAG Heuer's legacy. Liked this? My favourite Zenith watch has just been upgraded with a stunning stone dial
