M. Pokora — watch collection

About M. Pokora’s watch collection

M. Pokora, born Matthieu Tota in 1985 in Strasbourg, France, is one of the most successful French-speaking pop and R&B artists of his generation. He rose to prominence in the early 2000s and has built a catalog of platinum-selling albums, arena tours, and television appearances that have made him a household name across France and the wider Francophone world. Beyond recording, he has established himself as a live performer and entertainer, maintaining consistent chart presence over two decades in an industry that rarely rewards longevity.

When it comes to watches, M. Pokora gravitates toward pieces with genuine horological weight rather than flashy novelty. The brand at the center of the M. Pokora watch collection so far is Audemars Piguet — specifically the Royal Oak, arguably the most influential sports-luxury watch design of the 20th century. He has been photographed wearing what appears to be the Royal Oak ref. 15202BA.OO.1240BA.01, the 39mm 'Jumbo' or 'Extra-Thin' variant in 18k yellow gold. This is not a casual purchase: the 15202 in yellow gold sits at the more serious end of the Royal Oak range, commanding significant market attention and representing a deliberate collector's choice over the far more accessible stainless steel references.

Choosing the yellow gold Jumbo says something specific about where Pokora's taste sits. The 15202 is the direct descendant of the original 1972 Gerald Genta-designed ref. 5402, retaining the ultra-thin calibre 2121 movement and the clean, uncluttered dial that defined the original. Collectors who seek out this reference typically prioritize proportion and movement quality over complication. For a performer known for precision and craft in his own work, the choice feels consistent.