Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan and actress Kiara Advani made waves this week with headline-grabbing appearances, each lighting up global conversations in their own right. While Khan left fans starstruck in New York City, Advani turned heads with her radiant presence at the 2025 Met Gala. Though the two did not appear together, their simultaneous outings mark a proud moment for Indian fashion and cinema on the global stage.
Shah Rukh Khan Makes Stunning Met Gala Debut
It’s a historic day for Indian representation as Shah Rukh Khan made his much-anticipated Met Gala debut. Dressed in an all-black Sabyasachi suit layered with gold chains and a bold ‘K’ pendant, Khan owned the red carpet with the regal aura that earned him the moniker “King Khan.” As he stepped out of his NYC hotel, a crowd of fans erupted in cheers, calling his look “out of this world.”
King Khan is here.. 🔥🔥
Shah Rukh Khan at the Met Gala 2025.#ShahRukhKhan #MetGala pic.twitter.com/mAA1NyVcOB— Celebeauty Official (@CeleBeautyHQ) May 5, 2025
Shah Rukh’s appearance marks one of India’s most prominent Met Gala showings, made even more special by the presence of fellow global icon Priyanka Chopra. Returning for her fifth Met Gala, Chopra dazzled in Balmain, complemented by Bulgari jewellery. While it’s still unclear whether Nick Jonas will accompany her, anticipation remains high.
Joining the Indian lineup was Kiara Advani, who made her own Met Gala debut in a black and white Gaurav Gupta gown. The actress, currently expecting her first child with husband Sidharth Malhotra, looked ethereal as she graced the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Marvel Move Could Mark Global Leap for SRK
Meanwhile, industry buzz hints that SRK may be in talks for a role in an upcoming Marvel film. While the project reportedly falls outside the core Avengers franchise, it could signal his long-awaited Hollywood debut. With Marvel’s increasing efforts to globalize its cinematic universe, SRK’s potential casting has ignited massive online excitement.
More Indian Stars Join the Met Gala Moment
Also expected on the red carpet are Indian fashion icon Natasha Poonawalla, philanthropist Mona Patel, and business heiress Isha Ambani last seen in a dramatic Rahul Mishra look in 2024. The theme for this year’s Met Gala is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” with a dress code of “Tailored For You,” promising tailored risks and cultural pride.
