From unforgettable debuts to headline-making fashion moments, Indian stars have carved a distinct presence at the Met Gala over the years. Be it Priyanka Chopra’s bold statements, Diljit Dosanjh’s distinctive flair, or Kiara Advani’s memorable pregnancy look—these icons have seamlessly blended heritage with high fashion, redefining red carpet glamour.
As we enter the month of May, we are just a couple of days away from NYC turning into a fashion runway with the 2026 Met Gala. Bollywood Bubble brings you 10 iconic Indian looks that defined style, grace, glamour and aura-farming at the fashion event of the year. Scroll down to check it out!
10 Indian Artists Who Redefined Elegance With Their Ethereal Met Gala Appearances
Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt’s 2024 Met Gala Look
Alia Bhatt
At Met Gala 2024, themed Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, Alia Bhatt delivered one of her most ethereal red carpet moments to date. Dressed in a dreamy, pastel saree-inspired ensemble adorned with delicate floral embroidery and a flowing train, she beautifully blended Indian craftsmanship with global couture, embodying grace, romance, and timeless elegance.
Priyanka Chopra
Priyanka Chopra’s 2017 & 2018 Met Gala Look
Priyanka Chopra
PeeCee has consistently delivered unforgettable moments at the Met Gala, and these two looks remain among her most iconic. At the 2017 Met Gala, themed Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garçons: Art of the In-Between, she made a striking debut in a dramatic trench coat gown with an exaggerated train, blending bold structure with high-fashion theatrics.
She returned in 2018 for Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination, turning heads in a regal, deep burgundy velvet gown paired with an ornate, jewel-encrusted hood, perfectly embodying the theme with a powerful, almost divine presence.
Mona Patel
Mona Patel’s 2025 Met Gala Look
Mona Patel
Ms Patel made a powerful impression at the Met Gala 2025, themed Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, with a sharply structured, menswear-inspired ensemble. Dressed in a black-and-white look featuring a sculpted corset, dramatic overcoat, and a statement hat, she channelled precision and authority. The highlight, however, was the striking, spine-like mechanical detailing along her back—adding a bold, futuristic twist that elevated the tailored aesthetic into an avant-garde fashion moment.
Diljit Dosanjh
Diljit Dosanjh’s 2025 Met Gala Look
Diljit Dosanjh
Our Punjabi Munda made a regal statement at the Met Gala 2025, themed Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, by reinterpreting classic tailoring through a distinctly Indian, royal lens. Dressed in an ivory sherwani layered with an intricately embroidered cape, he paired the look with a traditional turban adorned with jewels and a feather, along with layered necklaces and a ceremonial cane. Blending heritage craftsmanship with the essence of structured tailoring, Diljit’s look stood out as a powerful fusion of culture, elegance, and individuality.
Shah Rukh Khan
Shah Rukh Khan’s 2025 Met Gala Look
Shah Rukh Khan
SRK made a commanding debut at the Met Gala 2025, themed Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, in an all-black ensemble that exuded effortless charisma and edge. Opting for a sharply tailored long coat layered over a deep-neck silhouette, he elevated the look with stacked statement necklaces, including a bold ‘K’ pendant, rings, and tinted sunglasses. Completing the ensemble with a sleek cane, SRK brought his signature swagger to the carpet—blending classic tailoring with his unmistakable star power.
Kiara Advani
Kiara Advani’s 2025 Met Gala Look
Kiara Advani
Making her 2025 Met Gala debut, Kiara Advani stunned in a custom Gaurav Gupta ‘Bravehearts’ gown. Aligning with the Superfine theme, the black-and-white piece featured a signature sculptural gold breastplate symbolising the maternal bond. With its striking design and personal tribute to her pregnancy, the look offered a powerful statement on legacy, defiance, and motherhood.
Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone’s 2019 Met Gala Look
Deepika Padukone
At the 2019 Met Gala, themed Camp: Notes on Fashion, Deepika Padukone channelled a modern-day fairytale in a breathtaking, custom Zac Posen gown. The strapless, metallic pink dress featured dramatic, structural layers adorned with whimsical 3D-printed embellishments that shimmered under the lights. Styled with a high-volume bouffant, a jewelled headband, and bold berry-toned makeup, her look perfectly embraced the gala’s spirit of theatrical exaggeration, blending high-fashion glamour with playful, avant-garde intensity.
Natasha Poonawalla
Natasha Poonawalla’s 2022 Met Gala Look
Natasha Poonawalla
For the 2022 Met Gala, themed In America: An Anthology of Fashion, Natasha Poonawalla captivated by blending Indian heritage with avant-garde couture. She paired a custom Sabyasachi hand-embroidered saree with a structural, metallic Schiaparelli bustier and a dramatic headpiece. This bold fusion of traditional craftsmanship and surreal “Gilded Glamour” design created one of the evening’s most innovative and celebrated looks.
Sabyasachi Mukherjee
Sabyasachi Mukherjee’s 2025 Met Gala Look
Sabyasachi Mukherjee
At the 2025 Superfine-themed Met Gala, Sabyasachi Mukherjee showcased his signature fusion of traditional craftsmanship and refined tailoring. He wore a sophisticated, quilted cream overcoat paired with high-waisted black trousers and a structured hat, delivering an elegant look that perfectly captured the event’s focus on sartorial heritage and detail.
Mindy Kaling
Mindy Kaling’s 2024 Met Gala Look
Mindy Kaling
At the 2024 Sleeping Beauties-themed Met Gala, Mindy Kaling stunned in a custom Gaurav Gupta ‘Altar of Flowers’ gown. The beige architectural masterpiece featured dramatic, sculptural pleating designed to evoke a blooming flower, beautifully capturing the event’s focus on nature and reawakened fashion.
These 10 Met Gala looks show how beautifully Indian artists are making their mark on a global stage. Each outfit mixed culture, creativity, and personal style in a way that felt fresh and memorable. Together, they prove that Indian fashion talent truly stands out at one of the world’s biggest style events.
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Sonali Singh watches films like it’s a job (and honestly, it kind of is). Currently pursuing her Master’s in Communication and Journalism, she lives somewhere between deadlines and movie scenes. If it’s Bollywood, she’s already invested—films, drama, and all the gossip included. When she’s not writing, she’s either dancing her heart out like no one’s watching or trying to mimic people, proving that not all talents are meant to be discovered.




















