Diljit tops best dressed list at Met Gala; SRK, PC miss out

After dominating headlines in 2024 with his blockbuster Dil-Luminati world tour and a much-buzzed-about appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Diljit Dosanjh set the bar even higher in 2025 with a sensational debut at the MET Gala. Turning heads on fashion’s biggest night, the global icon didn’t just make an entrance—he stole the spotlight, topping Vogue’s Best Dressed poll and outshining Bollywood royalty Shah Rukh Khan, who also debuted this year, and red carpet regular Priyanka Chopra.

Diljit Claims the Number 1 Spot in Best Dressed PollAccording to Vogue, Diljit Dosanjh clinched the Number 1 spot in its Best Dressed poll, outshining 306 other contenders. As part of its annual style roundup, Vogue invited readers to vote for their favorite looks from the evening, with 307 outfits in the running. Leading the pack was the Punjabi actor-singer, who made a powerful statement by proudly showcasing his cultural roots in a custom Prabal Gurung sherwani.

Diljit was followed by S.Coups in BOSS, Zendaya in Louis Vuitton, Teyana Taylor in Ruth E. Carter, Rihanna in Marc Jacobs, Nicki Minaj in Thom Browne, Shakira in Prabal Gurung, Lewis Hamilton in Grace Wales Bonner, and both Lisa and Sabrina Carpenter in Louis Vuitton.This year also saw the MET Gala debut of mom-to-be Kiara Advani, though she too did not make it to the Best Dressed list.Diljit Dosanjh’s Bold Met Gala LookDiljit Dosanjh turned heads on the

Met Gala red carpet

in an Atelier Prabal Gurung cream matelassé tailored jacket, adorned with intricate rose gold floral crystal embroidery. He paired the striking piece with a leopard-print silk shirt, black leather pants, and his signature statement glasses—seamlessly blending tradition with contemporary flair.A Regal Tribute to Patiala’s HeritageDiljit complemented his ensemble with a multi-layered, jewel-studded necklace featuring a striking emerald centerpiece—an homage to the legendary Patiala Necklace, originally crafted by French luxury house Cartier nearly a century ago. Drawing inspiration from Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala, he elevated the look with a jewel-encrusted turban adorned with a feather, a lion-headed kirpan in hand, and a Cartier watch to complete the opulent tribute. The ensemble masterfully fused royal heritage with contemporary couture, making it one of the evening’s most memorable appearances.Masterpiece Crafted by Skilled ArtisansDiljit Dosanjh’s Met Gala look was a masterpiece, crafted by 50 skilled artisans over four days. The centerpiece of his ensemble was a stunning cape, intricately embroidered with the map of Punjab and Gurumukhi script, the written form of the Punjabi language. The map and script were meticulously hand-embroidered with gold threads, adding a layer of cultural significance and luxury to his already striking outfit.