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News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Fahadh Faasil's Viral ‘Nokia 3310-Like' Phone Is ‘Handmade With Sapphire', Can Cost Up To Rs 70L
Last Updated: Mollywood actor Fahadh Faasil was spotted using a simple keypad phone and many are now curious about its brand, price and features. Faasil is one of the rare actors who avoid social media and do not use smartphones. He rarely appears at public events, too, but a new video of him using a phone has caught a lot of attention. But this wasn't a usual phone with a touchscreen. Instead, Fahadh was seen using a simple keypad phone during the puja ceremony of director Abhinav Sunder's Mollywood Times. Why is it Expensive? What made it special was that the phone was a luxury model, as its price could exceed Rs 1 Lakh. This rare phone is different from the modern phones we see today. Many are now curious about its brand, price and features. We have gathered all the details to help you learn more about this rare and expensive phone that Fahadh still uses today. Features A video shared by content creator Effin M, who often posts about gadgets used by celebrities, revealed that the phone Fahadh Faasil was using is the Vertu Ascent Ti. The luxury device was first announced in 2007 and launched in 2008. The phone is made from strong titanium, has sapphire crystal screen protection and features hand-stitched leather on the body. Although it is now discontinued, the content creator shared that the phone can still be found on some pre-owned product websites. But after closely watching the video, the phone seen in the actor's hand looks very similar to the Ascent Retro Classic Keypad Phone – Grey, listed on Vertu's UK website. The design on the back, especially the texture and finish, matches the model shown on the site. While Effin M mentioned it was the Ascent Ti, the visual details hint that it could be the Retro Classic version instead. Price At the time of its release, Vertu Ascent Ti was priced at a whopping Rs 5.54 Lakh. In comparison, the Ascent Retro Classic Keypad Phone is currently listed at $11,920 (approximately Rs 10 lakh). According to Onmanorama, Vertu offers a range of models priced from ₹1 lakh, with premium options going up to ₹70 lakhs. How to Know if a Vertu Phone is Real or Fake Genuine Vertu phones are known for high-quality materials like sapphire crystal screens and premium leathers, meticulous craftsmanship, and a unique concierge service. You can verify the IMEI through Vertu's official website, which will provide details about the phone's specifications and potentially its warranty status. After having a successful 2024 with films like Aavesham, Vettaiyan, Bougainvillaea and Pushpa 2: The Rule, Fahadh Faasil is now ready for his first release of 2025, Maareesan. The film brings him back on screen with actor Vadivelu, his co-star from Maamannan. The movie will release in cinemas on July 25. view comments First Published: News viral Fahadh Faasil's Viral 'Nokia 3310-Like' Phone Is 'Handmade With Sapphire', Can Cost Up To Rs 70L Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Fahadh Faasil uses a 17 year old non-smartphone that cost at least Rs 5 lakh when it was launched, no longer in production. Watch
It's no secret that Fahadh Faasil likes to stay away from social media, and does not own a smartphone. Both he and his colleagues have often spoken about his tenuous relationship with technology. In fact, actor Vinay Forrt recently revealed that Fahadh uses a 'basic phone that is not sophisticated at all.' Now, a video has gone viral showing Fahadh using his mobile phone, and just as Vinay said, it's far from 'smart'; but perhaps even more fascinating. While attending the puja ceremony of director Abhinav Sunder's Naslen-starrer Mollywood Times, Fahadh was spotted speaking on a phone — a rare sight that immediately drew the attention of media persons present. As the clip surfaced online, eagle-eyed and tech-savvy fans were stunned to see that Fahadh was using a keypad phone. And it wasn't just any ordinary feature phone. It was an ultra-luxury device that reportedly cost around Rs 5 lakh when it was first released nearly two decades ago. A post shared by Effin M (@chronograph_2022) According to a clip posted on his Instagram handle by content creator Effin M, known for doing videos about the gadgets and apparel used by celebrities, the phone Fahadh uses is a Vertu Ascent Ti. First announced in 2007 and released in 2008, the model is no longer in production. One of its standout features is its premium construction. The phone is crafted using titanium, sapphire crystals and hand-stitched leather. At the time of its launch, it was priced at Rs 5.54 lakh. While it's since been discontinued, Effin said that the device may still be found on pre-owned websites for Rs 1–1.5 lakh. Meanwhile, a report by Hindustan Times speculated that Fahadh may have been using the Vertu Ascent Retro Classic Keypad Phone, which costs $11,920 (around Rs 10.2 lakh). It is currently listed as out of stock on Vertu's official website. Known for living off the radar, Fahadh Faasil is widely regarded as one of the finest actors in India today. Following a stellar 2024 during which he delivered notable movies like Aavesham, Vettaiyan, Bougainvillea and Pushpa 2: The Rule, Fahadh is now gearing up for his first release of 2025, Maareesan, in which he reunites with his Maamannan (2023) co-star Vadivelu. The movie is scheduled to hit screens on July 25.
