These celebrities surely did make heads turn at the fashion gala in the years that have gone by. (Images: Instagram)
Indian celebrities have always dished out and served some stellar looks at the prestigious Met Gala event
The Met Gala, a pinnacle of fashion extravagance and elegance, is a beacon for style enthusiasts worldwide. As the buzz surrounding the forthcoming Met Gala 2024 reaches its peak, fashion enthusiasts eagerly await the appearances of Indian celebrities. In recent years, Indian representation at this prestigious event has burgeoned, with celebrities from the country and its diaspora-making marks with their awe-inspiring ensembles. The theme for this year’s gala, ‘Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,’ asks participants to interpret it creatively, with the dress code themed around ‘The Garden of Time’. The anticipation of how attendees will embody this theme adds to the excitement surrounding the event.
As we eagerly anticipate this year’s event, let’s take a nostalgic journey through the past appearances of Indian celebrities who have graced the Met Gala, leaving an indelible mark on the world of fashion.
Alia Bhatt (2023)
Alia Bhatt made her highly anticipated Met Gala debut in 2023, dazzling onlookers in a bespoke gown by renowned designer Prabal Gurung. Her attire paid homage to fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld, drawing inspiration from Lagerfeld’s iconic bridal look for Chanel’s autumn/winter 1992 collection. Adorned with delicate pearls and intricate embroidery, Bhatt’s gown radiated timeless elegance.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas (2017-2023)
Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been a recurring presence at the Met Gala, making stunning appearances from 2017 to 2023. Each year, she has captivated the audience with her choice of ensembles, ranging from a Madonna-inspired gown to a Maison Valentino creation, showcasing her impeccable style and flair for fashion.
Deepika Padukone (2017-2019)
Deepika Padukone’s Met Gala appearances have been nothing short of spectacular. From dressing as the famous doll for the Camp: Fashion theme in 2019 to donning a crimson sculptural gown by Prabal Gurung for the Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination theme in 2018, Padukone has consistently wowed fashion critics and enthusiasts alike.
Natasha Poonawalla (2018-2023)
Entrepreneur and style icon Natasha Poonawalla has consistently pushed fashion boundaries with her avant-garde ensembles at the Met Gala. From a Schiaparelli gown with sharp edges framing her face to a Sabyasachi sari and Schiaparelli gold corset, Poonawalla’s fashion choices have been bold, daring, and utterly stylish.
Diya Mehta Jatia (2023)
Fashion Consultant Diya Mehta Jatia made a memorable appearance at the Met Gala in 2023, exuding elegance in a Prabal Gurung creation. Her ensemble, consisting of a flowing emerald green skirt and a black bodice, paired with exquisite Ashoka by William Goldberg earrings, paid tribute to her Indian heritage with an embroidered temple design headpiece.
All of us are eagerly waiting for the upcoming Met Gala 2024 and the dazzling appearances of Indian celebrities on the red carpet. Meanwhile, among the previous attendees, which celebrity’s outfit stole the show for you?
