New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art is gearing up for its glitziest night, and this year, the MET Gala is set to make waves with a hefty dose of Indian star power. On May 5, 2025, Diljit Dosanjh, the Punjabi singer-actor who’s been lighting up global stages, will make his debut at the fashion world’s biggest bash. And he’s not just showing up—he’s snagging a seat at the table with pop royalty Shakira and Pussycat Dolls’ Nicole Scherzinger, alongside other heavyweights like Gayle King.
Dosanjh, known for his infectious bangers and roles in films like Udta Punjab, confirmed his attendance with a cheeky Instagram post on May 4. He shared a cryptic “First Time” message with an hourglass emoji, layering it over the track Met Gala by rapper Gunna. A follow-up post showed his outfit, shrouded in a white bag stamped with “Met Gala” in bold letters, hinting at the spectacle to come. The look, crafted by designer Prabal Gurung, is said to weave Punjabi flair with regal elegance, a nod to Dosanjh’s roots that’s bound to turn heads.
The seating arrangement, reported on May 5, places Dosanjh at Gurung’s table, rubbing shoulders with Shakira, who’s also making her MET Gala debut under Gurung’s styling. Scherzinger, a veteran of the gala’s dazzle, joins them, rounding out a lineup that’s as diverse as it is star-studded. The event, themed “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” will spotlight Black dandyism, with a dress code of “Tailored for You.” It’s a fitting backdrop for Dosanjh, whose bold fashion—think Balenciaga swagger mixed with traditional Punjabi cuts—has long been a talking point.
Dosanjh’s invite came with a side of humor. In a video posted to Instagram, he flashed his official MET Gala card, joking that it outshines the wedding invites piling up from relatives. He read out the no-phone policy and chuckled over the guest list, clearly relishing the moment. The gala, hosted by Vogue’s Anna Wintour with co-chairs Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, and A$AP Rocky, plus honorary chair LeBron James, expects around 450 guests. Other rumored attendees include Rihanna, Zendaya, and Blackpink’s Rosé.
This year’s MET Gala marks a historic moment for Indian representation. Alongside Dosanjh, Shah Rukh Khan and Kiara Advani are also set to debut, with Khan donning Sabyasachi and Advani in Gaurav Gupta. Priyanka Chopra, a gala regular, is expected to return for her fifth appearance. The event will be livestreamed on Vogue’s YouTube channel at 6:00 PM ET on May 5, with the exhibition running from May 10 to October 26, 2025.