What is the Met Gala?
The Met Gala is an annual fundraising gala for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute in New York City, widely regarded as the world’s most prestigious and glamorous fashion event. Each year, it marks the opening of the Costume Institute’s fashion exhibition, and guests are expected to dress according to a specific theme. It takes place on the first Monday of May every year.
For 2025, the theme was “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style“, celebrating Black style, tailoring, and the history of Black dandyism. The official dress code was “Tailored for You“.
Debuts and Major Appearance
Shah Rukh Khan (Debut)
- Designer: Sabyasachi Mukherjee
- Look: Regal all-black ensemble with a Tasmanian superfine wool coat (wide lapels, horn buttons), silk shirt, tailored trousers, and a pleated satin waistbelt. Accessories included layered chains, a crystal-studded ‘K’ pendant, diamond star brooch, and an 18k gold cane-blending Mughal-inspired tailoring with modern glamour.
Diljit Dosanjh (Debut)
- Designer: Prabal Gurung
- Look: Ivory and gold sherwani, bejeweled turban with feather, lion-headed kirpan, and a cape embroidered with the Punjabi alphabet. Jewellery included a multi-layered necklace by Golecha Jewels (Patiala Necklace-inspired, 130-carat emerald centerpiece) and Cartier pieces-celebrating Sikh heritage and royal swagger.
Kiara Advani (Debut)
- Designer: Gaurav Gupta
- Look: Black sculptural gown titled “Bravehearts” with an antique gold breastplate, crystals, droplets, and a dramatic double-paneled cape. The outfit visually narrated motherhood, blending Indian craftsmanship with global symbolism.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas
- Designer: Balmain
- Look: White polka-dotted gown, massive black hat, and a 241-carat Bvlgari emerald necklace (the largest ever set by Bulgari)-a statement of vintage glamour and bold sophistication.
Natasha Poonawala
- Designer: Manish Malhotra
- Look: Pearl-encrusted bralette, peplum bodice, skirt, and caped jacket with a long train. The centerpiece was a sculpted fishtail skirt crafted from two vintage Gara saris, paired with a corset-cummerbund and French lace bralette adorned with cascading pearls-a tribute to Parsi heritage and Indian opulence.
Isha Ambani
- Designer: Anamika Khanna
- Look: Ornate cape-jacket made from handwoven checked textile, lavish gold embroidery, semi-precious stones, and traditional pearls-offering a regal, androgynous Indian interpretation of dandyism.
Manish Malhotra dazzled in an intricately embroidered sherwani cape, showcasing Indian couture, while Sabyasachi Mukherjee appeared in his signature luxurious style. Mona Patel impressed with a tech-inspired Thom Browne suit paired with a robotic dog, and Diya Mehta Jatia wore a sharp white Bloni Atelier suit adorned with hand-embroidered quartz and polki jewellery.
Indian celebrities and designers dominated the Met Gala 2025, blending traditional craftsmanship, heritage textiles, and modern tailoring with global fashion trends. Their looks celebrated Indian artistry and cultural pride, making a powerful statement on the world’s most-watched red carpet.
