The Met Gala 2025 dazzled once again with a spectacular red carpet that brought together global fashion, cinema, music, and art. This year's theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” called for bold silhouettes and personal expression, and the guests certainly delivered. Among them, several high-profile South Asian celebrities brought their unique flair to the night, blending tradition, innovation, and couture in compelling ways.
Shah Rukh Khan makes Met Gala debut
Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan made his long-awaited Met Gala debut, turning heads in a sleek black ensemble by Sabyasachi Mukherjee. The star's embellished jewelry and signature pose lit up the red carpet-his effortless charm winning over the international media.
Kiara Advani glows in sculptural couture
Actress Kiara Advani debuted her pregnancy on the red carpet with elegance and impact. Dressed in a custom Gaurav Gupta gown titled Bravehearts, she symbolized motherhood and transformation through a sculptural gold ensemble featuring ghungroos, crystals, and linked heart motifs.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas channels vintage hollywood
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Priyanka Chopra returned to the Met in a Balmain tuxedo-style dress paired with a black hat, evoking classic Hollywood glamour. With husband Nick Jonas in a monochrome look beside her, the couple added charm and chemistry to the night's proceedings.
Diljit Dosanjh brings regal energy
Global music star Diljit Dosanjh stood out in an ivory-gold sherwani-style creation by Prabal Gurung, complete with a cape that featured the Gurmukhi script inside a map of Punjab. His look paid homage to cultural roots while embracing modern craftsmanship.
Natasha Poonawalla stuns in handcrafted detailing
Philanthropist and fashion regular Natasha Poonawalla impressed with a Manish Malhotra gown featuring heavy Parsi Gara embroidery-a tribute to artisanal finesse and contemporary structure.
Manish Malhotra joins the Gala in style
Fashion designer Manish Malhotra made his red carpet debut in a dramatic gold-embroidered black overcoat over a crisp white shirt with bishop sleeves. His tailored look was in line with the night's celebration of dandyism and statement tailoring.
Sabyasachi Mukherjee keeps it sharp
Designer Sabyasachi, attending his second Met Gala, wore a clean and layered look: high-waisted black trousers, a cream shirt, and a white long coat, tied together with glossy shoes and a brooch-accented headgear — balancing minimalism with personality.
Isha Ambani wears history
Businesswoman Isha Ambani chose a refined three-piece Anamika Khanna outfit — but the centerpiece was her necklace, a Cartier design once owned by the Maharaja of Nawanagar and featured in the film Ocean's 8.
Mona Patel brings tech to couture
Indian-American entrepreneur Mona Patel brought an edge of tech-meets-couture in a futuristic cape and corseted outfit by Thom Browne, incorporating AI-inspired detailing into her statement look.
(With help of agencies)
