Maharaja Sir Bhupinder Singh of Patiala, a symbol of opulence and excess, ruled during the twilight of the Indian princely states. Known for his extravagant lifestyle, he had ten wives, 350 concubines, and fathered 88 children. His love for luxury extended to his collection of 44 Rolls Royce cars and elaborate jewelry. Despite controversy, his legacy includes significant contributions to sports and Patiala's cultural heritage, embodying the complexities of royalty and the transition to modernity.