Met Gala 2024 : A brief overview of the Indian attendees who have left their mark

Theme of Met Gala 2024, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” is sure to spark creativity, with guests asked to dress according to the theme of “The Garden of Time.

Fashion lovers everywhere are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the highly anticipated Met Gala 2024. With just a few days left until the first Monday in May, everyone is curious about which Indian celebrities will attend the event. Over the past few years, more and more Indian stars have been making appearances at the Met Gala, showcasing their unique style in unforgettable outfits. This year’s theme, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” is sure to spark creativity, with guests asked to dress according to the theme of “The Garden of Time.”

Indian stars who have made a lasting impression at the Met Gala

With excitement mounting about how attendees will interpret this theme, let’s reminisce about the Indian stars who have made a lasting impression at the Met Gala, the most sought-after fashion extravaganza of the year.

Starting from 2017 (Deepika Padukone)

In 2017, Deepika Padukone stepped onto the Met Gala red carpet for the first time, joining Priyanka Chopra in the limelight. She donned a satin gown by Tommy Hilfiger, embracing the theme of Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garçons: Art of the In-Between. Her outfit boasted a deep neckline and an open back design, complemented by elegant long earrings and floral diamond hair accessories.

Priyanka Chopra (2017)

In 2017, Priyanka Chopra also attended her first Met Gala, donning an outfit inspired by Ralph Lauren’s trench coat. Accompanied by her husband Nick Jonas, Chopra was among the early Bollywood figures to grace the event. It ended up sparking numerous memes on social media, solidifying its place as an iconic moment in pop culture.

Met Gala 2018 (Deepika Padukone)

With the theme Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination, Deepika Padukone chose Prabal Gurung to create her crimson sculptural gown for the 2018 Met Gala. The star accessorised her look with a bold red lip, sleek hair and simple sculptural diamond earrings.

Priyanka Chopra (2018)

At the 2018 Met Gala, Priyanka Chopra wore a stunning Madonna-inspired Ralph Lauren maroon velvet gown, embellished with an embroidered gold lacework headpiece made in India. Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination was the theme and Priyank nailed it. The star accessorised her look with a bold maroon lip and Cartier jewellery.

2019 Met Gala (Priyanka Chopra)

At the 2019 Met Gala, Priyanka Chopra wore a bold outfit created by Christian Dior, fitting the theme “Celebrating Camp: Notes on Fashion.” Inspired by the Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland, her daring ensemble featured a corseted grey tulle gown adorned with pastel feathers. The dress had a flowing cape and a high slit at the thigh. Chopra completed the look with a creative hairstyle featuring a tall crown, vibrant berry-colored lips, and white lashes resembling ice.

Deepika Padukone (2019)

Deepika Padukone dressed as the famous doll for the camp: Fashion theme, wearing a pink Zac Posen outfit long before Barbiecore became a thing. Padukone chose a bold maroon lip colour and a striking high ponytail to complement her head-turning look. The 400 pieces of three-dimensional embroidery on the strapless gown were made from Lurex jacquard.

Met Gala 2023 (Priyanka Chopra Jonas)

At the 2023 Met Gala, Priyanka Chopra Jonas chose a striking outfit from Maison Valentino. Her attire featured a sleek, strapless black gown with a bow detail and a high slit. Adding to her glamorous appearance were white leather gloves, a flowing black cape, and delicate white bows on the sleeves. Completing her ensemble were exquisite Bulgari jewelry pieces.

Alia Bhatt (2023)

Alia Bhatt marked her debut at the 2023 Met Gala in style. She wore a custom-made gown by Prabal Gurung, paying tribute to fashion legend Karl Lagerfeld. Inspired by Lagerfeld’s famous bridal design for Chanel in 1992, Bhatt‘s dress was a beautiful white creation adorned with pearls and intricate embroidery, radiating a classic charm.