The Met Gala is set to take place on May 5 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City. For Indian audiences, the event will be from 3:00 AM on Tuesday, May 6. Known as the biggest night in fashion, the event will feature bold fashion, big names, and a powerful message. Want to know more about the theme, dress code, the Indian biggies attending the event, and when and where to watch it? Read on.
THEME
This year’s Met Gala theme is ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’. The focus of this year’s theme is Black Dandyism – a fashion movement where Black people have used elegant dressing to express identity, pride, and resistance.
The exhibition is inspired by Monica L. Miller’s book ‘Slaves to Fashion’, and it will be open to the public from May 10 to October 26 at the museum.
DRESS CODE
The dress code for the evening is titled ‘Tailored for You’. Guests are encouraged to wear outfits that embrace elements of history, heritage, and modern creativity while adding a personal style to their look.
GUESTLIST
While the official guest list is not yet revealed, Simone Biles, Usher, Ayo Edebiri, Janelle Mone, and Dapper Dan are expected, as per reports. A major highlight for Indian viewers is the expected debut of actor Shah Rukh Khan. He is likely to wear a custom Sabyasachi design. Other names linked to the event include Kiara Advani and Diljit Dosanjh, adding to India’s growing visibility on global platforms.
WHEN AND WHERE TO WATCH
Fans around the world can tune in to the official red carpet livestream on Vogue’s official website, as well as their YouTube channel. In India, the livestream begins at 3:30 a.m. IST on Tuesday, May 6.
OTHER DETAILS
The event will be co-chaired by Pharrell Williams, ASAP Rocky, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, and Anna Wintour. LeBron James joins as the honorary chair. The event will be hosted by singer Teyana Taylor, actor La La Anthony, and comedian Ego Nwodim for the livestream.
With a bold theme, a powerful message, and an exciting guest list, Met Gala 2025 promises to be a night to remember. The event celebrates not just fashion, but identity, history, and culture on the most anticipated red carpet.