The 2025 Met Gala, held at the Metropolitan Museum in New York, brought together stars from around the world. From Hollywood celebrities and Bollywood actors to Asian pop icons, the blue carpet sparkled with fashion and fame. But the person who stole the most attention wasn’t a Hollywood regular. Instead, it was a 28-year-old first-timer who overshadowed some of the biggest global names.
Lisa Becomes the Met Gala’s Most Talked-About Star
On Tuesday, The Hollywood Reporter published the official Power Rankings for the 2025 Met Gala. These rankings, based on data by Launchmetrics, reveal which celebrities and fashion brands created the most online buzz and media value.
Topping the list this year was Lisa, the Thai K-pop sensation from BLACKPINK, who generated an astonishing $21.3 million in Media Impact Value (MIV). This figure reflects how much her appearance earned through media coverage, particularly on social platforms. This made her the most popular star at this year’s gala.
Lisa Surpasses Zendaya and Rihanna
This was Lisa’s debut at the Met Gala, but she still managed to beat some of the most established names in fashion and entertainment. Zendaya, often a Met Gala favorite, earned $14.3 million in MIV, while Rihanna came in close behind with $13.5 million.
Interestingly, Kylie Jenner didn’t make it into the top five women this year. The second position went to Thai actress Sarocha Chankimha, also known as Freen, who earned $19.5 million in MIV. Jennie, Lisa’s BLACKPINK bandmate, secured the third spot among women with $17.6 million.
Shah Rukh Khan Leads Among Men
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who also made his first appearance at the Met Gala, topped the men’s category. He earned an impressive $19 million in MIV, placing him among the top three overall alongside Lisa and Freen.
Lisa’s Journey to Global Fame
Lisa began her rise to fame in 2016 with the launch of BLACKPINK. Over the years, she became a household name in the global music industry. This year, she gained more recognition in the West with her role in season 3 of HBO’s The White Lotus. Her appearance at the Met Gala marked another major step into the international spotlight.
Louis Vuitton Look Sparks Controversy
At the event, Lisa wore a custom outfit by Louis Vuitton. However, her look caused controversy after people noticed that her underwear featured an image of Rosa Parks, the American civil rights icon. The incident drew criticism online.
Lisa responded by saying sorry to her followers. “I apologize to my fans and anyone hurt by the outfit,” she said after the backlash. Despite the negative attention, the controversy made her trend on social media for a long time, which likely contributed to her topping the power rankings.
