India to the World: Celebs Shine in Spectacular Looks at Met Gala 2025

📸 Historic Red Carpet Moments

For the first time, an Indian male Bollywood star—Shah Rukh Khan—graced the Met Gala steps, marking a cultural landmark. He was part of a strong Indian delegation alongside Kiara Advani, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Diljit Dosanjh, Isha Ambani, Natasha Poonawalla, and designer Manish Malhotra

Key Looks Breakdown

Shah Rukh Khan

• Debuted in a regal all-black sherwani by Sabyasachi, topped with layered gold chains, a custom “K” pendant, and a tiger-scepter—truly a kingly entrance

Kiara Advani

• Her Met Gala debut celebrated maternity chic—Gaurav Gupta’s sculptural black-and-gold gown with a flowing white cape, and a heart-plaque near her baby bump stole hearts

Priyanka Chopra Jonas

• Returned for her fifth gala in a vintage-inspired polka-dot Balmain suit, accessorized with a wide-brimmed hat and a stunning 241‑carat Magnus Emerald from Bulgari

Diljit Dosanjh

• Paid tribute to his Punjabi roots in a custom Prabal Gurung sherwani, ivory turban, cape inscribed in Gurmukhi, and a ceremonial sword—earning him “best dressed” acclaim

Isha Ambani & Manish Malhotra

• Isha stunned in an Anamika Khanna‑designed corset adorned with Gara embroidery and pearls—reportedly 15,000 hours in the making
• Designer Manish debuted too, in a sculptural sherwani cape with intricate beading and high jewellery brooches

Jewellery & Accessories

Jewellery took centre stage:

• Shah Rukh wore the “Dandy Stack” from Sabyasachi Fine Jewellery—18k gold & diamonds
• Priyanka dazzled in Bulgari’s 241‑carat emerald pendant and diamond earrings
• Diljit sported Cartier watches and bracelets, adding luxe flair

Social Media & Controversy

The event sparked conversations:

• SRK’s debut caused global fan frenzy, viral memes, and was hailed as a “cultural reset”
• Bollywood reactions varied—while many praised the glamour, some trolls coined the phrase “Chandivalification of MET”, implying provincialism. Janhvi Kapoor responded strongly in defense, applauding the cultural inclusivity