5 min readNew DelhiUpdated: May 5, 2026 07:48 AM IST The Met Gala 2026, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, was centred around this year’s theme, ‘Costume Art.’ As always, the event brought together some of the biggest names from across film, fashion and global culture. Among them, several Indian celebrities attended the event, representing heritage, craftsmanship and contemporary design on a global platform. Karan Johar Filmmaker Karan Johar marked his Met Gala debut this year, becoming one of the prominent Indian directors to attend the event. He wore a custom creation by Manish Malhotra, inspired by the art of Raja Ravi Varma. The ensemble translated the painter’s visual language into couture, featuring flowing drapery, gold detailing and hand-painted elements. Speaking about the look, Johar said he wanted it to feel personal, noting that Ravi Varma’s work reflects “everything I’ve grown up seeing and feeling.”   Isha Ambani Businesswoman Isha Ambani once again spotlighted Indian design globally. She wore a custom Gaurav Gupta sari crafted with gold threads and intricate embroidery. The ensemble blended …