The world was left agog as world stars from movie, music, and fashion flocked to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 6 for the Met Gala 2025, the most stylish night in fashion. Though the event has long been a draw for iconic appearances, this year was particularly significant for India, with several Indian celebrities making history and leaving an unforgettable impact on the blue carpet.
Shah Rukh Khan Makes Historic Debut
The evening’s spotlight went to Bollywood’s popular superstar Shah Rukh Khan. Making his highly anticipated Met Gala debut, Khan was the first Indian male actor to ever grace the event. Styled in a bespoke black outfit by Sabyasachi Mukherjee, SRK appeared regal and effortlessly chic. He complemented the look with gold accessories, a brooch, and a bold pendant in the shape of the letter “K” a reference to his moniker, King Khan. A shiny walking cane with a tiger-head grip added to the theatrics. Sabyasachi accompanied Khan on the carpet, further heightening the moment’s importance for Indian fashion.
Priyanka Chopra Returns in Style
Seasoned Met Gala visitor Priyanka Chopra Jonas attended the event for the fifth time, drawing attention in a statement polka dot suit dress created by Olivier Rousteing for Balmain. Famous for her acerbic fashion instincts, Chopra finished the outfit with sparkling Bvlgari high jewellery. Global superstar Chopra was joined by husband and musician Nick Jonas, following in their tradition of Met Gala power couple moments.
Kiara Advani Glows in Motherhood-Inspired Ensemble
Kiara Advani, debuting at the Met Gala, shocked in a white, gold, and black dress that exuded warmth and grace. Pregnant with her first child, Kiara took on the theme by incorporating a heart-shaped detail to represent her baby, stitched onto the train of the dress. Her look was a celebration of womanhood, motherhood, and Indian fashion elegance.
Diljit Dosanjh Brings Punjabi Pride
Waving his way into the Met Gala, singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh was beaming with pride as he wore his Punjabi heritage on his sleeve in a regal traditional ensemble designed by Prabal Gurung. The look beautifully combined cultural identity with this year’s dress code, “Tailored To You.”
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Celebrating Diversity Through Fashion
This year’s Met Gala theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” taken from Monica L. Miller’s Slaves to Fashion, honored Black and diasporic identity through customized expression. As Indian stars walked into the global limelight, the 2025 Met Gala was a milestone event embracing both cultural uniqueness and global harmony through fashion.
