JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL
MET Gala 2025 spokesperson BREAKS SILENCE on Shah Rukh Khan, Diljit Dosanjh facing bias: ‘It was certainly…’
Shah Rukh Khan and Diljit Dosanjh's Met Gala 2025 debut sparked fan outrage over limited coverage; the spokesperson has now clarified it was not intentional.
At the 2025 Met Gala, Bollywood icons Shah Rukh Khan and Diljit Dosanjh made their much-anticipated debut, marking a proud moment for South Asian representation on one of fashion’s biggest global stages. However, what should have been a celebratory appearance sparked controversy online.
Fans were quick to notice how the stars received little screen time and attention during Vogue’s red carpet livestream. Responding to the backlash, a Vogue spokesperson told The New York Times that the coverage “was certainly not intentional” in cutting away from Diljit so quickly. They also clarified that host Ego Nwodim had acknowledged Shah Rukh as the first male Bollywood actor to walk the Met red carpet, contrary to claims that his presence was overlooked.
The theme for this year’s Met Gala was Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, drawing inspiration from the artistry and innovation of Black fashion. Though the theme didn’t directly focus on South Asian culture, the presence of Indian celebrities like Shah Rukh, Diljit Dosanjh, Priyanka Chopra, and Kiara Advani was seen as a significant step toward broader global inclusivity at the event. But the execution of coverage left many disappointed.
Social media users expressed frustration, pointing out how Diljit appeared on camera for just a few seconds before the stream cut to another celebrity. Meanwhile, Shah Rukh’s moment on the carpet seemed to pass without proper acknowledgment, until designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee stepped in and educated the hosts on his decades-long influence in Indian cinema and his global fanbase.
Despite the media oversight, the actors made powerful fashion statements. Shah Rukh wore an elegant black ensemble by Sabyasachi, featuring a floor-length Tasmanian superfine wool coat, monogrammed Japanese horn buttons, a silk crepe de chine shirt, and tailored trousers. His look was elevated with layered jewelry, and even Khloé Kardashian reportedly admired his style.
Diljit brought royalty to the red carpet in an ivory outfit by Prabal Gurung. The ensemble, inspired by the Maharaja of Patiala, featured a striking cape embroidered with the map of Punjab in Gurmukhi script. His look was widely praised for blending culture and couture and went on to win him Vogue’s Best Dressed poll, beating heavyweights like Zendaya and Rihanna.
ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan’s MET Gala 2025 debut look is Alia Bhatt approved, and we couldn’t agree more
Latest Articles
