MET Gala 2025: Gisele Bündchen, Rachel Zegler, Deepika Padukone Among Celebs Likely To Skip Fashion’s Biggest Night

May 3, 2025: As the grand staircase of the Metropolitan Museum of Art readies for the spectacle that is the MET Gala 2025, speculation grows around who will—and who won’t—grace the most iconic red carpet in fashion. While secrecy remains the signature of the invite list, insiders and eagle-eyed netizens believe that some familiar faces are set to skip this year’s edition.

Among the notable absentees is Gisele Bündchen, a MET Gala favorite known for her elegant appearances.

Having recently welcomed her first child with partner Joaquim Valente, the Brazilian supermodel is expected to spend the night with her family, reportedly watching the event from home.

Rachel Zegler, the rising star of Snow White, is also said to be missing the event due to rehearsals for the London staging of the musical Evita.

Former MET Gala regulars and fan favorites Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are also reportedly sitting this year out. The couple has not attended since 2022 and, while no official reason has been stated, sources hint at a deliberate decision to stay away amid ongoing personal matters.

From India, Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt—both of whom have made notable red carpet appearances in previous years—are also expected to skip. Deepika, embracing motherhood, is said to be focused on personal and professional commitments, while Alia will shift her red carpet presence to the Cannes Film Festival instead.

But all is not quiet from the Indian contingent. Actress Kiara Advani is set to make her MET Gala debut, reportedly wearing a custom couture piece by Gaurav Gupta. Additionally, singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh is rumored to attend, promising fresh energy from the subcontinent at the Gala.

As anticipation builds, the world awaits not just fashion statements but also surprises—because at the MET, absence can sometimes be as loud as appearance.