The royal has arrived at the MET Gala 2025 – and the fans couldn’t be more stunned. Oh, the intricate, stacked ornaments, and the tiger cane – Shah Rukh Khan just created history on the red carpet with the iconic Fashion Designer, Sabya Sachi. The Met Gala 2025 was historic in many ways, with the biggest highlight being Shah Rukh Khan’s much-hyped debut on the legendary red carpet. Shah Rukh Khan was joined by other Indian celebrities like Kiara Advani and Diljit Dosanjh, who made their presence felt at the event too. Although his appearance was widely admired for its beauty and thematic appropriateness, it also generated polarised reactions from some quarters of the internet. What caught attention, though, were his flamboyant accessories: tiers of neck chains with a large ‘K’ pendant representing ‘King’, a collection of showy rings, and a stately walking stick adorned with the carved head of a Royal Bengal tiger—an unmistakable reference to his legendary status and heritage.
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King Khan with a Capital ‘K’
The classic SRK smirk and pose have been the most talked about on social media, but the diamond-studded ‘K’ has the ultimate gravitas that conquered the attention. The layered jewellery on Khan’s torso has been created by the brains of Sabyasachi Mukherjee.
With the diamonds that could cut a deep wound, the fans interpret that ‘K’ pendant symbolises ‘King Khan,’ giving a tribute to his undeniably legacy. Along with the ‘K,’ the ‘SRK’ necklace impressed the audience as well.
Sabya Sachi Mukherjee’s Vision for Shah Rukh Khan’s ensemble
According to Vogue, Sabya Sachi wanted to honour Khan’s global stature. He stated, “Shah Rukh Khan is one of the greatest superstars in the world. A cinematic hero, his blockbuster performances and leading-man charisma have created a legendary international fan following. My interpretation of the Black Dandy is demonstrating his super stardom on a global stage. Dressed in classic menswear with the maximalist flourish of Sabyasachi, Shah Rukh Khan is a magician, superstar and icon. Period.”
What did Shah Rukh Khan wear for the MET Gala?
Shah Rukh Khan always walks like royalty, and Sabyasachi Mukherjee paid tribute to that on biggest fashion night- MET Gala 2025. For the MET Gala, Shah Rukh Khan wore a black ensemble featuring a floor-length coat, tailored trousers, a sleek silk shirt, and a plated kamarbandh. He completed the look with black leather boots, a studded tiger-head cane, royal-style sunglasses, diamond accessories including rings, a watch, stacked necklaces, and perfectly styled hair. As he walked up the MET Gala steps, social media had one word for his look: “Perfect“.
On May 9, NIFT Mumbai graduate and fashion designer Utkarsh Upadhyay went one step further. Employing a combination of AI and his own personal design tastes, Upadhyay re-envisioned SRK’s Met Gala look into five lavish interpretations. Topping them as “Bombay art deco dandy, Parsi gara elegance, Pashmina royal, Bandhani drape fantasy, and Sabyasachi redux.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the Indian celebrities at the Met Gala 2025?
What did Shah Rukh Khan wear to the Met Gala?
Shah Rukh Khan made his Met Gala debut in a custom ensemble by Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee. His attire featured a floor-length Tasmanian wool coat with Japanese horn buttons, a black silk shirt, tailored trousers, and a satin kamarbandh. Accessories included layered talismanic chains, a crystal-studded ‘K’ pendant, a diamond star brooch, multiple rings, and an 18k gold cane adorned with precious stones. The look paid homage to both Indian and Black dandyism traditions.
What was Kiara Advani’s Met Gala outfit?
Kiara Advani, attending the Met Gala while expecting her first child, wore a custom creation by designer Gaurav Gupta. Her ensemble featured a sculptural gold breastplate symbolizing two hearts—mother and child—connected by an abstract umbilical cord, over an off-the-shoulder black gown. The design beautifully merged personal significance with high fashion.
How did Diljit Dosanjh stand out at the Met Gala?
Diljit Dosanjh made a striking debut in a Prabal Gurung-designed outfit inspired by the Maharaja of Patiala. His ivory ensemble featured a cape embroidered with the map of Punjab in Gurmukhi script. Diljit’s look resonated with audiences, earning him the top spot in Vogue’s Best Dressed poll, surpassing international celebrities like Zendaya and Rihanna.