Lürssen’s 400-foot Kismet is finally following its cruising destiny.
The high-profile superyacht left the Dutch shipyard on May 7 to embark on its maiden voyage, after which it will head to the Mediterranean for its inaugural charter season.
Kismet was built for Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shahid Khan. The Pakistani American billionaire has commissioned three custom Lürssen yachts to date, one of which was a 312-footer also called Kismet. That vessel, now known as Whisper, was snapped up by another seafarer for a cool $160 million last September.
Designed by Italian firm Nuvolari Lenard, Kismet 2.0 is 88 feet longer than its predecessor and weighs twice as much. The behemoth has an interior volume of 5,500 GT, in fact. Even at such a size, Kismet showcases harmonious proportions and sleek, elegant lines. The mast and bow, for instance, were modeled after a leaping jaguar and to ensure a distinctive profile.
The foredeck.
Carl Groll
Khan once again enlisted U.K. studio Reymond Langton Design to bring the interior to life. The billionaire is known to have very specific and clearly quite lavish taste. He requested the interior of the original Kismet reflect a “Champagne and caviar” theme, for example. The second Kismet is equally extravagent. A two-level open-plan entrance area with sweeping video walls leads to stylish living quarters that span some six decks.
The layout includes between eight and nine cabins for up to 12 guests and cabins for 36 crew. In addition, the owner’s suite comprises a spacious stateroom, dual bathrooms, two dressing rooms, and a private terrace with a Jacuzzi. Above, the owner’s office offers panoramic views, a conference table for up to six, and a dedicated pantry.
The aft decks.
Carl Groll
Kismet has every conceivable amenity, too, such as two Jacuzzi, a pool with a swim-up bar, an outdoor cinema, an indoor cinema, and an underwater viewing lounge. Other highlights include a DJ station, a Champagne bar, a teppanyaki station, and a wine cellar. To top it off, Kismet has what Lürssen calls a “seven-star wellness area,” with a Balinese-inspired spa, a dedicated gym, a yoga studio with a juice bar, and two hair and beauty rooms. Kismet also sports a garage full of water toys and a basketball and pickleball court, naturally.
The aft decks.
Jonas Thelen
“The owner’s brief was challenging,” Peter Lürßen, managing director of Lürssen, said in a statement. “However, we believe that with our technical expertise, we have fulfilled the owner’s wish and vision for a yacht that will still be timeless and ahead of its time for many years to come.”
The best part? Kismet will be available for the 2024 charter season for €3 million (roughly $3.3 million) a week. Contact the Cecil Wright team for more information on availability, charter rates, and cruising locations.
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Cecil Wright
