Okay, hear us out: this year’s Met Gala wasn’t just a fashion event -it was a full-blown desi takeover.
Lights, camera, couture! The 2025 Met Gala wasn’t just a fashion event — it was a desi blockbuster premiere on the steps of the Met. With this year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” and the dress code “Tailored for You,” the red carpet became a runway for culture, history, and some very familiar Bollywood faces.
And guess what? Our desi squad didn’t just attend. They stole the spotlight.
SRK’s Debut = The Carpet Turned into Mannat
Shah Rukh Khan – yes, THE King Khan – finally made his Met Gala debut, and it was pure filmy finesse. Styled by Sabyasachi, he wore a sleek, regal black sherwani with golden detailing. Minimal. Magical. Majestic.
He didn’t need a mic – the outfit spoke volumes. With this moment, SRK officially became the first major Bollywood male actor to ever attend the Met Gala. A true king move.
Kiara Advani: Maternity, But Make It Met
Kiara came glowing like a full-on goddess. Rocking a black-and-white off-shoulder gown with a golden breastplate, she flaunted her baby bump like it was the crown jewel of the night.
It was her first Met Gala appearance, and she didn’t just show up — she served soft strength and full glam. Pregnant couture never looked this powerful.
Diljit Dosanjh Said “Pind Meets New York”
Make way: Diljit Dosanjh made his Met Gala debut, and it was historic. He showed up repping his roots hard – in a classic, clean black suit layered with a longline coat, accessorized with a black turban and that quiet confidence only Diljit paaji has.
He became the first Punjabi artist to attend the Met Gala, and his look was a full-on love letter to punjabiat. No gimmicks, no watering down – just pride in who he is, what he wears, and the language he speaks.
From singing in Punjabi on global stages to now owning the carpet in New York – Diljit’s moment was for every desi kid who grew up watching him mix swag with sabhyata.
Manish Malhotra Enters the Met Chat
He’s dressed every Bollywood bride and bombshell, and now Manish Malhotra took his magic global. Making his Met Gala designer debut, one of his stunning creations floated up the carpet, blending his trademark sparkle with serious fashion-forward finesse.
From Bandra to the Big Apple? Icon behavior.
Isha Ambani Was Basically Mother Nature in Couture
Isha wore a hand-embroidered sari gown by Rahul Mishra – but let’s be honest, it was less gown, more art exhibit. Called River of Life, it had butterflies, florals, and a sustainability story that took 10,000 hours to craft.
It wasn’t just a look – it was a love letter to Indian craftsmanship.
Natasha Poonawalla = Ghost of Couture’s Future
She never misses. In a sculptural Maison Margiela dress by John Galliano, Natasha looked like a gothic angel who’d just stepped out of a high-fashion fever dream. Black sheer. White curves. Drama for days.
No notes. Just bows.
Prabal Gurung: Designer, Dreamer, Disruptor
Nepali-American fashion king Prabal Gurung was back doing what he does best: dressing stars with stories. His Met 2025 designs embraced tailored rebellion with fluid silhouettes and fierce statements – repping South Asian pride on a global stage.
He’s not just a designer. He’s a movement.
So… What Was the Verdict?
Desi glam didn’t just make it to the Met – it rewrote the script. From Shah Rukh’s historic debut to Diljit’s cultural slay and Kiara’s graceful maternity moment, Bollywood didn’t just walk the carpet – it walked into fashion history.
Met Gala 2025 was about Black excellence, tailoring, and reimagining identity – and our stars showed how heritage and haute couture can walk hand-in-hand (in heels, no less).
