Karan Johar She is said to debut at the 2026 Met Gala in May along with a strong Indian contingent. This year, the theme is “Costume Art” with a dress code called “Fashion Is Art”. The unique showcase will bring together around 200 garments alongside 200 art objects to explore fashion as an embodied art form.
Karan Johar to attend Met Gala 2026?
According to Variety India report, Karan Johar will team up with regular co-star and famous fashion designer Natasha Poonawalla. Manish Malhotra In an event scheduled for May 4, 2026, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in Manhattan.The filmmaker is expected to wear a custom outfit created by Malhotra for the star-studded event. However, an official announcement is still awaited.The report further stated, “It would be interesting to see KJo at the Met Gala as she is quite fashionable and never hesitates to experiment with her outfit choices.”Johar is no stranger to the conversation surrounding fashion’s biggest night. Known for her bold sartorial choices, she has long attended the Met Gala from afar, publicly praising Indian celebrities who have walked the Met’s iconic steps.Johar publicly praised the appearances of Shah Rukh Khan, Diljit Dosanjh and Kiara Advani in previous editions of the gala. The 2025 edition was a defining moment for the Indian delegation, with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan making his Met Gala debut in an all-black Sabyasachi creation.
Indian stars expected at Met Gala 2026
India’s presence at the 2026 gala will be significant. Apart from Karan Johar, Manish Malhotra and Isha Ambani are also expected to attend along with Natasha Poonawalla.
Met Gala 2026 hosts
The gala will be hosted by Beyoncé and Nicole Kidman along with legendary editor Anna Wintour. Tennis superstar Venus Williams and global sensation Lisa will also join the host committee.
