London, Mar 14 (PTI) An Indian-origin cinema-owner-turned jeweller plans a significant expansion in the UK market, with intentions to use London as a springboard into the European market.
Anil Dhanak, founder of Kanz Jewels which houses the world’s largest gold ring or Najmat Taiba in a Dubai souk, has decided to launch the next phase of his business expansion with high-end boutiques across the UK and then other parts of Europe in the coming months by seeking inspiration from his cinematic hero Amitabh Bachchan.
The Dubai-headquartered luxury jewellery brand’s ‘Najmat Taiba’ holds the ‘Guinness World Records’ distinction of being the largest and heaviest gold ring, weighing roughly 64 kilograms.
“Our goal is to bring the elegance and heritage of Kanz Jewels to a global audience. Just like great cinema, true craftsmanship stands the test of time,” said Dhanak.
Dhanak recently presented a specially commissioned canvas depicting Bachchan’s iconic “angry young man” look from the 1975 Bollywood classic ‘Deewaar’, bringing his life’s journey full circle from when he screened the film at his little theatre in Bagasara, Gujarat.
“To go from screening his films in a small-town theatre to sitting with him at his home decades later is something I never imagined,” said Dhanak. “Life sometimes creates moments that feel like miracles, and almost cinematic. It marks an important milestone for me as we plan the next phase for Kanz Jewels,” he said.
The ‘Deewaar’ canvas, now signed by Big B, has been added to his collection as the “most precious jewel.”
“In my business, we deal with some of the most precious jewels in the world. But inspirational moments like this are priceless,” he added.