Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan made a powerful global fashion statement at the Met Gala 2025, marking his much-anticipated debut at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. As the first Indian male actor to walk the Met Gala red carpet, Khan captivated audiences with a regal ensemble by celebrated designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Iconic Debut at Met Gala 2025
The buzz around Shah Rukh Khan Met Gala 2025 began in April when fashion page Diet Sabya hinted at a collaboration between a top Bollywood star and Sabyasachi. The speculation was confirmed when Khan’s manager, Pooja Dadlani, reacted to the rumors, leading to a social media frenzy.
Arriving in New York on May 3, Shah Rukh was greeted by an ecstatic crowd at JFK Airport. His red carpet appearance on May 5 featured his iconic wide-arm pose, generating viral moments online. He introduced himself to unfamiliar Western media by simply saying, “I am Shah Rukh,” winning admiration for his humble charm.
Sabyasachi’s Design: Shah Rukh Khan’s Met Gala 2025 Look
Shah Rukh Khan’s Sabyasachi Met Gala outfit was a bold interpretation of the 2025 theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.”
SRK Met Gala Outfit Details:
- Attire: A black trench coat in superfine Tasmanian wool with Japanese horn buttons, worn shirtless under a waistcoat.
- Jewelry: A diamond-encrusted “K” pendant, SRK choker, and layered gold chains highlighted his “King Khan” persona.
- Accessories: An 18k gold Bengal Tiger Head Cane encrusted with diamonds and sapphires echoed Indian heritage.
- Styling: Tousled hair and black sunglasses completed the look described as “Shah Rukh Khan being Shah Rukh Khan.”
While fans hailed the look as “iconic” and “royal,” some Reddit users called it “forgettable.” Critics on Bollywood Fashion forums felt the jacket lacked grandeur and the jewelry was “tacky.”
Still, international media like Vogue, BBC, and New York Times spotlighted Khan among the best-dressed Met Gala 2025 celebrities, lauding the representation of Indian fashion at a global event.
Met Gala 2025 Theme: Celebrating Black Dandyism
The theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” was inspired by Monica L. Miller’s book Slaves to Fashion, curated by Andrew Bolton and Miller. The theme emphasized Black menswear, suiting, and personal tailoring, reflected in the official dress code “Tailored for You.”
Indian Celebrities at Met Gala 2025
Shah Rukh Khan wasn’t the only Indian making headlines. Other stars who attended the Met Gala 2025 included:
- Kiara Advani, glowing in Gaurav Gupta, debuting with a baby bump.
- Diljit Dosanjh, styled by Prabal Gurung with royal Punjabi elements.
- Priyanka Chopra, Isha Ambani, and Natasha Poonawalla also turned heads in designer couture.
Met Gala 2025 Guest List and Absences
The star-studded Met Gala featured Zendaya, Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, Kylie Jenner, and Gigi Hadid, among others. However, fans noted the absence of Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Zayn Malik. Co-chairs included Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, and Anna Wintour.
The event was livestreamed by Vogue, with coverage beginning at 6:00 p.m. ET (3:30 a.m. IST). Hosted by Teyana Taylor and Emma Chamberlain, the stream featured interviews, including Shah Rukh’s interaction where he credited Sabyasachi for convincing him to attend.
Platforms like X (formerly Twitter) saw trends such as #SRKMetGala and #KingKhan, with fan accounts like SRKUniverse posting, “There’s elegance, then there’s Shah Rukh Khan.”
Shah Rukh Khan’s Met Gala debut is being hailed as a milestone for cinema and fashion, bringing Sabyasachi’s craftsmanship into global spotlight. His appearance not only elevated South Asian representation but also aligned with the event’s deeper themes of identity, masculinity, and style.
