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Karan Johar's Met Gala Debut Rumored
30 Apr
Summary
- Filmmaker Karan Johar may debut at the Met Gala on May 4, 2026.
- He is expected to wear a Manish Malhotra creation.
- The 2026 theme is 'Costume Art' with a 'Fashion Is Art' dress code.

Filmmaker Karan Johar is rumored to be making his debut at the 2026 Met Gala, scheduled for May 4. If confirmed, he will join fellow Indian attendees like Natasha Poonawalla and designer Manish Malhotra. Johar is expected to wear an ensemble designed by Malhotra for the prestigious event.
The 2026 Met Gala, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, will embrace the theme "Costume Art," with a dress code of "Fashion Is Art." This theme will be explored through an exhibition featuring garments and art objects.
Other notable Indian personalities expected to grace the red carpet include Isha Ambani and Natasha Poonawalla. The 2025 Met Gala saw notable Indian debuts from Shah Rukh Khan and Diljit Dosanjh.
The event will be co-chaired by Beyonce, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour, with Lisa also on the host committee. Official confirmation of Karan Johar's attendance is still pending.