For millions of Indians who watched the Shershaah star’s whirlwind romance with actor-husband Sidharth Malhotra, her pregnancy feels almost personal Kiara Advani. Now the soon-to-be mom is ready to stride into global fashion folklore—while carrying new life—under this year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” a celebration of Black design ingenuity. Kiara will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Shah Rukh Khan in bespoke Sabyasachi, Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh, and Met Gala veteran Priyanka Chopra Jonas in custom Balmain.
Beyond red-carpet glamour, Kiara’s debut marks a cultural milestone: India’s contemporary cinema queens and kings no longer wait for Western validation—they set their own agenda. Her appearance signals a broader shift toward inclusive, diaspora-powered storytelling in fashion. As anticipation builds toward 5 May, here’s everything you need to know about Kiara Advani’s Met Gala journey, the gown, and the growing Bollywood brigade ready to rewrite couture history.
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Kiara Advani Met Gala
Bollywood is gearing up for its most dazzling New York encore, and Kiara Advani is poised to steal the spotlight. Below, we unpack how her Met Gala debut—and baby-bump reveal—could redefine maternity style and South Asian representation on fashion’s grandest night.
Gupta’s atelier is famous for gravity-defying drapes and architectural silhouettes seen on Beyoncé, Cardi B and Deepika Padukone. For Kiara, he is reportedly crafting an ebony “molten-metal” gown that swirls around the bump like liquid armor. Expect patent-finish fabric, Gupta’s signature winged shoulder and possibly a detachable train to honor the night’s emphasis on superb tailoring.
“Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” charts 400 years of Black sartorial artistry—from Harlem Renaissance zoot suits to contemporary streetwear. While Gupta is not Black, his collaboration with Kiara reflects the gala’s widening lens: global designers supporting a historically Black narrative through impeccable technique, not cultural appropriation. Anticipate Kiara’s stylist to weave subtle nods—think embellished gloves reminiscent of ’50s jazz divas or a pearl-studded turban echoing the dapper dandies of Dakar.
• Shah Rukh Khan: Making his long-awaited gala bow in a hand-embroidered midnight sherwani-tux hybrid by Sabyasachi.
• Diljit Dosanjh: Rumored to arrive in a gender-fluid Thom Browne look spiked with Punjabi phulkari motifs.
• Priyanka Chopra Jonas: On her fifth outing, the actor-producer will dazzle in a custom Balmain column dress, crowned with Bulgari high jewelry.
Together with Kiara, they form the largest Indian contingent in Met Gala history, underscoring Bollywood’s growing soft-power clout.
Table 1: Indian Stars at Met Gala 2025
| Celebrity | Designer | Style Highlight | Met Gala Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiara Advani | Gaurav Gupta | Sculptural maternity gown | Debut |
| Shah Rukh Khan | Sabyasachi | Sherwani-tux crossover | Debut |
| Diljit Dosanjh | Thom Browne* | Gender-fluid suiting | Debut |
| Priyanka Chopra Jonas | Balmain | Bulgari gems, sleek column | 5th appearance |
Kiara’s Style Evolution: From Lakmé Runway to Met Steps
The actor’s fashion trajectory has moved from playful lehengas to red-carpet minimalism. Her last major appearance—Filmfare Awards 2024—featured a silver fringe gown that foreshadowed her affinity for sculpted shimmer. Gupta’s creation will likely continue that narrative while accommodating her new maternal silhouette.
Table 2: Kiara Advani Fashion Milestones
| Year | Event | Designer | Style Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Lakmé Finale | Manish Malhotra | Mirror-work lehenga |
| 2021 | Shershaah Premiere | Dolly J | Ivory sari-gown |
| 2023 | IIFA | Zuhair Murad | Emerald cape gown |
| 2024 | Filmfare Awards | Falguni Shane Peacock | Silver fringe dress |
| 2025 | Met Gala | Gaurav Gupta | Maternity debut |
Kiara’s public embrace of pregnancy on a global runway challenges the dated notion that motherhood sidelines stardom. Just as Rihanna’s 2023 Super Bowl bump headlined headlines, Kiara could ignite a South Asian conversation around joyful, empowered maternity fashion.
Social Buzz & Expected Virality
• #KiaraMetGala trended within 30 minutes of India Today’s scoop.
• Pinterest searches for “maternity red-carpet looks” spiked 47 % week-over-week.
• Fashion analysts forecast a “Gaurav Gupta Ripple,” with Google queries for the designer already doubling.
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FAQs
The Costume Institute’s theme is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” celebrating the craft, influence, and cultural legacy of Black fashion designers.
Gupta often incorporates recycled PET sequins and ethically sourced silk. While final details are under wraps, insiders hint the gown will include upcycled metallic fibers, aligning with the Met’s growing eco-conscious ethos.
