Months after selling out stadiums worldwide, Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh traded his concert stage for the Met Gala’s illustrious blue carpet, making a striking debut at the 2025 fashion charity event hosted by the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The singer-actor arrived on Monday night in an immaculate white ensemble that paid homage to the grandiosity of the Maharaja of Patiala.
Designed by acclaimed American-Nepalese couturier Prabal Gurung—who famously dressed Bollywood star Alia Bhatt at previous Galas—Dosanjh’s outfit married royal inspiration with cultural symbolism. He donned an ivory and gold sherwani paired with a matching tehmat and a turban encrusted with jewels, topped by a pristine white kalgi (plumed turban ornament). A lion-headed, gem-studded kirpan at his side underscored his Sikh heritage.
Elevating the look further, the performer wore a sweeping cape embroidered in gold thread with the silhouette of Punjab and passages in the Gurmukhi script. The intricate detailing paid tribute not only to his roots but also to the rich textile traditions of his homeland.
Ahead of the Gala, Dosanjh’s team shared a string of behind-the-scenes videos on Instagram. One clip showed the superstar descending a hotel staircase en route to the event, captioned simply “HISTORY,” while another captured him playfully twirling his signature moustache—an homage, one post declared, to “Legacy.”
Known for his chart-topping hits and charismatic film roles, including his recent performance in Amar Singh Chamkila, Dosanjh confirmed his Met Gala attendance via social media on Sunday, sparking excitement among fans and fashion insiders alike. His presence marks a milestone not only for his personal style evolution but also for broader South Asian representation on one of fashion’s most prominent stages.
As the evening unfolded, Dosanjh posed for photographers alongside global icons, seamlessly blending sartorial splendor with personal identity. In choosing elements steeped in tradition, he offered a modern-day tribute to royal Punjabi heritage—one that will surely be remembered as one of the Gala’s most talked-about moments.
