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Venu Gopalakrishnan has become the first Indian to own the ultra-luxurious Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II Black Badge.
The Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II Black Badge costs Rs 16 crore. (Photo Source: Instagram)
Venu Gopalakrishnan, founder and CEO of Litmus7 Systems Consulting Pvt Ltd, has added a rare jewel to his car collection. In May, he became the first Indian to own the Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II Black Badge. The ultra-luxury sedan, considered one of the most advanced cars in the brand’s history, comes with a staggering on-road price of around Rs 16 crore.
The car was delivered through Rolls-Royce’s Chennai dealer, KUN Exclusive, at a private event in Kochi. Gopalakrishnan, accompanied by his family, proudly unveiled the car, which has already made waves in India’s automotive circles.
Known for his taste in luxury cars, this latest purchase cements his reputation as one of the most high-profile car enthusiasts in the country.
His net worth allows him to indulge in rare luxury cars
As the managing director of Litmus7, Gopalakrishnan has built a successful career in IT consulting, which has enabled him to pursue such extraordinary passions.
While his exact net worth isn’t publicly disclosed, his recent string of luxury purchases makes it clear he belongs to India’s growing league of ultra-wealthy entrepreneurs.
Earlier this year, he made headlines after bidding a record Rs 45.99 lakh for the VIP number plate “KL 07 DG 0007″ for his Lamborghini Urus Performante. It became the most expensive registration plate ever bought in Kerala, showing that for him, even the details of his cars must stand out.
The Ghost Series II Black Badge comes with extreme power and design
The Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II Black Badge is powered by a 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 engine that produces 592 bhp and 900 Nm of torque. It also features all-wheel drive, all-wheel steering, and Rolls-Royce’s advanced Black Badge Planar Suspension System, making it both powerful and smooth to drive.
His model stands out with a dual-tone exterior in Black Diamond and Gunmetal Grey, finished with a hand-painted copper coachline.
Inside, the car reflects pure luxury with a Phoenix Red and Black interior, hand-woven carbon fibre panels, and a black-chrome clock cabinet. Every detail speaks of bespoke craftsmanship meant to showcase exclusivity.
His story reflects both success and changing luxury trends in India
Gopalakrishnan’s purchase highlights not only his personal success but also the growing appetite for ultra-luxury automobiles in India.
As Rolls-Royce continues expanding in the country, such high-profile acquisitions show how Indian entrepreneurs are increasingly embracing global luxury trends.
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